Maintenance & Reliability Technician
Magnum Venus Products (MVP) is a global manufacturer of fluid movement and production solutions for industrial applications in composites and adhesives markets. MVP collaborates with its customers to offer tailored production solutions to meter, mix, dispense, and apply materials. For over 80 years, MVP has been a leading equipment provider for the marine, infrastructure, pool and bath, oil & gas, transportation, aerospace, and wind industries.
As a family-owned business, MVP serves its customers and communities with integrity and respect to create a better experience. Our same core values with which the company was founded on 80 years ago continue to guide us today as we create a better experience for our employees, customers, and communities.
MVP proudly offers a competitive medical (partially Company-paid), dental, vision, life and disability plan; 401k retirement plan with a 3% match; Paid Time Off (starting at 13 days per year); 9 Company-paid holidays; 2 Floating holidays.
Work Description:
The Maintenance & Reliability Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing machine shop and fabrication equipment to ensure reliable and efficient production operations. This role supports the machine shop by diagnosing equipment issues, performing repairs, and minimizing downtime on critical manufacturing equipment such as mills, lathes, and fabrication machinery.
In addition to equipment repair, this position plays a key role in developing and implementing a structured preventive maintenance program to improve equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and extend machine life across the facility.
Key Responsibilities:
Equipment Maintenance & Repair
Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain machine shop equipment including CNC and manual mills, lathes, and fabrication equipment
Diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic system issues
Perform emergency repairs to restore production equipment and minimize downtime
Replace worn or failed components such as bearings, motors, belts, sensors, drive components, and mechanical assemblies
Work closely with machinists and production personnel to identify and resolve equipment issues quickly
Coordinate with external service providers or equipment manufacturers when specialized repairs are required
Preventive Maintenance & Reliability
Assist in establishing and implementing a structured preventive maintenance program for all production equipment
Develop maintenance schedules for mills, lathes, fabrication equipment, compressors, and facility systems
Perform scheduled preventive maintenance tasks including inspections, lubrication, adjustments, and part replacements
Maintain maintenance logs and equipment service history
Identify opportunities to improve machine reliability and reduce breakdowns
Equipment Installation & Continuous Improvement
Assist with installation, setup, and commissioning of new equipment
Support machine upgrades and equipment modifications
Identify root causes of equipment failures and implement corrective actions
Recommend improvements to improve machine uptime and reliability
Facility Maintenance Support
Assist with general facility maintenance when needed including shop infrastructure and utilities
Support maintenance of compressed air systems, power distribution, and shop equipment
Safety & Compliance
Follow all safety procedures including lockout/tagout and machine safety protocols
Maintain a clean and organized maintenance workspace
Ensure all maintenance activities comply with company safety and regulatory requirements
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
3+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing or machine shop environment
Demonstrated experience repairing machine shop equipment such as mills, lathes, and fabrication equipment
Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills
Experience with electrical systems, motors, and controls preferred
Knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems
Ability to read mechanical drawings, equipment manuals, and basic electrical schematics
Basic welding and fabrication skills preferred
Ability to work independently and respond quickly to equipment issues
Core Competencies
Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on repair ability
Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Ability to prioritize maintenance tasks in a production environment
Attention to detail and strong documentation habits
Ability to communicate effectively with maintenance, production, and management teams
Success Metrics
Reduction in machine downtime and equipment failures
Implementation and adherence to preventive maintenance schedules
Improved equipment reliability and machine uptime
Timely response and resolution of equipment breakdowns
Proper documentation of maintenance work and equipment history
Physical Demands:
Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
Frequently stand, walk, bend, and kneel while performing maintenance tasks.
Magnum Venus Products, Inc. is committed to compliance with its obligations under all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination. In keeping with this commitment, it attempts to reasonably accommodate applicants and employees in accordance with the requirements of the disability discrimination laws. It also invites individuals with disabilities to participate in a good faith, interactive process to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made without imposing an undue hardship.

Maintenance & Reliability Technician
Magnum Venus Products Inc · Knoxville, TN, USA ·
- Job type:
- Full Time