Keep Our Operations Running. Build Your Career.
Novamet Specialty Products is seeking a skilled and motivated Plant Maintenance Technician to join our growing team in Lebanon, Tennessee. If you enjoy troubleshooting equipment, solving mechanical challenges, and keeping manufacturing operations running at peak performance, this is an excellent opportunity to build a rewarding career with a stable, growing company.
At Novamet, you'll work alongside a dedicated team that values safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement while enjoying competitive pay, outstanding benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.
Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on manufacturing equipment, machinery, and facility systems.
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to minimize downtime.
Diagnose equipment issues and implement effective corrective actions.
Perform welding, fabrication, machining, and equipment modifications as needed.
Install, maintain, and improve manufacturing equipment and plant infrastructure.
Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Collaborate with Production to maximize equipment reliability and plant efficiency.
Maintain accurate maintenance records using company documentation procedures.
Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, safety, and preventive maintenance programs.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while following all company safety policies and procedures.
High school diploma or GED required; technical training or maintenance certification preferred.
Previous industrial, manufacturing, or plant maintenance experience preferred.
Strong mechanical aptitude with troubleshooting experience.
Working knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
Welding and fabrication experience required.
Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals is preferred.
Forklift, scissor lift, or aerial lift experience is a plus.
Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Supervisory or leadership experience is a plus.
Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Ability to lift up to 60 pounds.
Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and work in varying plant environments.
Ability to safely operate maintenance tools and equipment.
Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Compensation
$20.00–$30.00 per hour, based on qualifications and experience.
Performance- and profit-based bonus opportunities.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family.
401(k) with up to a 4.5% company match
100% employer-paid dental insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions
1 week after Year 1
2 weeks after Year 2
3 weeks after Year 3
10 paid holidays annually
Monday – Thursday: 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Friday: 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Occasional overtime may be required based on production and maintenance needs.
Employee Perks
Quarterly employee appreciation events
Ongoing technical training and career development opportunities
Stable, team-oriented work environment
For over 50 years, Novamet Specialty Products has been an industry leader in the development and manufacturing of advanced metal powders and specialty materials. We believe our employees are the foundation of our success, and we're committed to providing a workplace where people can grow, contribute, and build long-term careers.
If you're ready to put your maintenance skills to work with a company that values your contributions, we encourage you to apply today.
Novamet Specialty Products Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with dignity, fairness, and respect.
At Novamet, our mission is to develop, produce, and distribute metal powders and advanced materials that meet or exceed the most exacting specifications. We are dedicated to operational excellence, technological growth, environmental stewardship, and fostering strong relationships with our communities, employees, customers, and suppliers. Through collaborative partnerships, we aim to provide the materials that empower our customers to create durable, high performing and environmentally conscious products that improve lives and the world in which we live.
