Press Maintenance Technician (Millwright/Electrician)
Magna · Piedmont, SC
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Degree
- Required (or equivalent experience)
- Industry
- Automotive
- Posted
- 23 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Magna (automotive) in Piedmont, SC. Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and non-production equipment in a manufacturing environment.
- They ask for
- degree required (or equivalent experience)
- Tools it names
- Root cause, PLC, Robotics, Automation, Machining, Stamping
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $58k–$84k.
Median of the low and high ends of 37 live postings that list pay, out of 1616 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
South Carolina plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 42 other live reliability postings in South Carolina.
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 56%
- ✓ PLC 33%
- ✓ Welding 28%
- ✓ Tooling 23%
- EHS / safety 23%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Root cause, Stamping, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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This plant: Magna in Piedmont
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responsibilities
as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
Essential functions of the positions
- ◆Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and non-production equipment in a manufacturing environment.
- ◆Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and automation-related issues.
- ◆Respond to equipment breakdowns and production calls to minimize downtime and quality concerns.
- ◆Perform routine inspections, preventative maintenance (PM), and scheduled maintenance activities.
- ◆Conduct major equipment repairs, rebuilds, and overhauls as required.
- ◆Maintain equipment in a safe, clean, and reliable operating condition.
- ◆Analyze equipment failures and quality issues to determine root causes and implement corrective actions.
- ◆Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and equipment reliability.
- ◆Assist with installation, startup, optimization, and troubleshooting of new equipment and tooling.
- ◆Troubleshoot and maintain PLCs, drives, servo systems, robots, and other industrial control systems.
- ◆Support press automation systems and production dies, including electrical component maintenance and installation.
- ◆Optimize equipment performance and cycle times through process improvements.
- ◆Fabricate, modify, and repair machine components using shop equipment such as lathes, drill presses, cutting tools, welders, and torches.
- ◆Utilize SAP or computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) to manage work orders, maintenance notifications, and repair documentation.
- ◆Maintain compliance with all safety policies, including Lockout/Tagout procedures.
- ◆Participate in special maintenance projects and perform additional duties as assigned.
Education
- ✓Associate degree, technical diploma, apprenticeship, or equivalent combination of education and relevant industrial maintenance experience.
Required
- ✓Associate degree, technical diploma, apprenticeship, or equivalent combination of education and relevant industrial maintenance experience.
- ✓Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.
- ✓Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- ✓Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and electrical diagrams.
- ✓Welding, cutting torch, fabrication, and machining experience.
- ✓Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
- ✓Basic computer skills and experience using maintenance software systems.
- ✓Ability to use metric and standard measurement systems.
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What we offer
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied
Group Summary
Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.
Job
Preferred
- +Experience with automotive manufacturing equipment, stamping presses, or automated production systems.
- +Knowledge of Siemens S5/S7 PLCs, Beckhoff controls, or similar automation platforms.
- +Experience troubleshooting industrial robots, servo drives, and motion control systems.
- +Journeyman Electrician certification, Industrial Electrical/Electronic certification, or equivalent technical training.
- +Experience with Fanuc, Pilz, Beckhoff TwinCAT, or similar automation technologies.
Skills and Competencies
- •Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
- •Excellent mechanical and electrical aptitude.
- •Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- •Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- •Root cause analysis and continuous improvement mindset.
- •Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
- •Ability to work collaboratively with production, engineering, and maintenance teams.
WHY WORK HERE?
- •Health Insurance (includes telemedicine, FSA, HSA, and other benefits)
- •Dental Insurance
- •Vision Insurance
- •401(k) with match
- •Employee Profit Sharing Plan
- •Employee Assistance Program
- •Tuition Reimbursement
- •Referral Program - Up to $1,000 per hired referral
- •Onsite cafeteria with multiple fresh-cooked options and salad bar, and fully stocked breakrooms throughout plant
- •Annual events (Summer cookout, Christmas party, etc.)
- •Onsite Nurses' office
- •Onsite Mother's room
Pay range: $30.10 - $39.76 per hour