Job Description

Carrier Processing Equipment Group (CPEG) offers customers a comprehensive line of large industrial processing equipment for a wide variety of industries. By combining engineering expertise including high tolerance fabrication and assembly, we design and manufacture custom bulk processing equipment and custom fluid solutions. Please visit us at https://www.cpeg.com/ to see the full scale of our product lines and solutions including the diverse family of brands who make up our portfolio.

We are looking for a Maintenance Technician at our Mathiston, MS location to support the Sly division. This onsite position is responsible for the repair and maintenance of all equipment at the facility along with building repairs as necessary. The role also includes executing preventative maintenance programs and installing new equipment, and is responsible for regular safety checks of cranes, forklifts, and other equipment as required. Please visit https://www.slyinc.com/ to see the products and capabilities of Sly.

Schedule

Monday-Thursday, 5 a.m.- 3:30 p.m.

Responsibilities

• Conduct all business in accordance with all company policies and safety practices.
• Repair and maintain all equipment in the Mississippi facility (presses, shears, welding equipment, torch, etc.).
• Maintains all of the Mississippi plant facility.
• Complete the documentation required by the maintenance procedures.

Peripheral Responsibilities

• Establish and implement preventative maintenance programs and record results of program.
• Document Lockout / Tag out procedures for all electrical equipment when maintaining equipment.

Requirements

• Able to lift 50 lbs.
• Able to stand and/or walk around the plant for up to 7 hours a day.
• Maintain regular attendance.
• Able to work varied hours and shifts if required.
• Follow company policies and procedures.
• Able understand and adhere to safety policies and procedures.
• Able to wearing Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE), Operate equipment in a safe manner as trained.
• Be committed to working safely being mindful of one’s own safety and the safety of co-works.
• Able to understand and follow directions.
• Excellent team player.
• Able to read a tape measure and/or ruler in increments of 1/32”.
• Understand and perform simple math.
• Must be dedicated to customer satisfaction.
• Maintain a high standard of quality of work.
• Understand and able to use and read a framing, square, tri square, and combination square.
• Able to read or learn to read mechanical prints and drawings.
• Must have knowledge of electricity to include 220/440/3phase.
• Must be able to work on all types of mechanical equipment.
• Able to read electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic prints and drawings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of High School diploma or G.E.D.
• A minimum of 3-5 years of plant manufacturing experience.

Competencies & Skills

• Integrity and Trust
• Results orientation
• Mechanical Aptitude (Electrical, Hydraulic, Pneumatic)
• Peer Relationships
• Decision Quality
• Problem Solving
• Accountability
• Drive for Results

Competitive Benefits

• 40 Hours of PTO after 90 Days, and generous paid time off, as well as 80 hours of holiday pay each year.
• Four-Day Workweek.
• Overtime Opportunities.
• Ability to become an Employee Owner. This benefit is fully funded by the company —no employee contribution required —and builds value for you over time based on the company's performance. While results vary from year to year, the ESOP consistently delivers retirement benefits that exceed those of a typical 401(k) match.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance. We provide a company contribution with Health Savings Account (HSA) participation. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) are also available for healthcare and dependent care expenses, regardless of whether you are enrolled in a company medical plan.
• Company paid Basic Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), and Long-Term Disability coverage, along with supplemental Short-Term Disability coverage (company pays 50% of premium).
• Voluntary coverages such as additional life insurance, accident insurance and more.
• Employee Assistance Program. Our EAP offers free, confidential support including legal and financial consultations, counseling services, estate planning, travel assistance, and work-life resources such as childcare, eldercare, and health advocacy.
• Employee Referral Program bonus.
• Educational Assistance.
• Career Advancement. CPEG is 100% employee-owned and led by a dynamic executive team of talented individuals who have risen through the management structure.
• Option to contribute to a 401(k) plan with flexible loan feature —invest in your future while keeping access to your funds if you need them.
• Cash Balance Pension Plan. We contribute to this retirement savings on your behalf—no employee contribution required. Combined with a guaranteed 4% rate of return, this means you receive a consistent and valuable retirement benefit every year.