Job Description
Job#: 3032163 Job Description: Apex Systems is looking to hire an ONSITE Equipment Manufacturing Engineer for our client based out of Grover, NC. This will also have a first shift Monday-Friday schedule. Responsibilities: Drive improvements in production equipment reliability, availability, and maintainability by reducing failure frequency and repair duration. Lead root‑cause analysis efforts for equipment downtime, quality issues, or performance deviations using structured problem‑solving techniques (e.g., 5‑Why, Fishbone). Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions, using data to prioritize focus areas and validate results. Promote and apply principles of design for reliability and design for maintainability during new equipment design, installation, and commissioning. Support new equipment deployments by ensuring maintenance readiness, including spare parts planning, preventive maintenance strategies, technical documentation, and training. Develop proactive maintenance strategies to minimize unplanned downtime, incorporating preventive, predictive, and operator‑driven (autonomous) maintenance approaches. Create detailed job plans for routine, complex, and proactive maintenance activities, specifying tasks, tools, resources, spare parts, and time estimates. Identify opportunities for equipment or process design improvements and collaborate with engineering teams to implement changes. Measure and track reliability improvements using data and performance metrics. Reduce maintenance and operational costs through optimization of maintenance activities and reliability enhancements. Provide technical support to maintenance technicians and operations teams as needed. Experience: Experience in maintenance engineering, reliability engineering, or manufacturing equipment support. Strong background in root‑cause analysis, preventive and predictive maintenance methodologies, and equipment reliability principles. Ability to work independently with general supervision while influencing others through technical expertise and data‑based recommendations. Experience collaborating with cross‑functional teams including engineering, operations, and maintenance. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to manage moderately complex technical issues. Effective communication skills for working with technical and non‑technical stakeholders. Why Work for Apex Systems: We offer weekly pay, direct deposit, competitive pay rates Health/Medical benefits, Life Insurance, 401k, Employee Stock Purchase Program Discounts to most major certification programs, access to multiple technical training platforms and programs About Apex Systems: At Apex Systems, we value integrity, respect, and excellence, and we are committed to providing exceptional service to our clients and consultants alike. We pride ourselves on our ability to match the right people with the right opportunities, and we offer our consultants competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects in a supportive and collaborative environment. Whether you are a seasoned professional looking for your next career challenge, or a recent graduate seeking to build your skills and gain valuable experience, Apex Systems has the resources and expertise to help you achieve your goals. We are committed to building long-term relationships with our consultants, and we are passionate about helping them succeed in their careers. Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also of