Maintenance Technician; Post-Press

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Join the Leader in Trading Card Manufacturing

At Millennium Print Group (MPG), a proud subsidiary of The Pokémon Company International, we’re on a mission to be the world’s leading manufacturer of trading card games and collectibles. Based in North Carolina’s vibrant Research Triangle Park and Piedmont Triad regions, we’re at the heart of innovation in this fast‑growing industry.

Since our founding in 2014, our dedicated team has built a world‑class operation known for exceptional quality, customer focus, and market agility. Specializing in trading and collectible cards, we offer a unique range of services that set us apart.

Our commitment to excellence has fueled rapid growth — we’ve nearly tripled in size since 2019 — and we’re just getting started. Come be part of a forward‑thinking, high‑performing team that’s shaping the future of collectible printing. At MPG, your work makes an impact.

Durham, NC.

$46,093.00 – $50,836.00 annually.

• Perform preventive and general maintenance on print finishing, post‑press, and packaging machinery.
• Troubleshoot, adjust, and repair mechanical and electrical components to ensure operational uptime.
• Maintain and service post‑press equipment including binding machines, cutting systems, folding equipment, collating machinery, laminating units, and finishing systems; ensure proper calibration and alignment.
• Diagnose technical issues and install or calibrate parts to maximize equipment performance, quality, and production output; use manuals and manufacturer instructions.
• Operate a variety of tools including electrical, pneumatic, and hand tools; use the CMMS to document maintenance activities.
• Install and service systems such as motors, switches, pumps, relays, transformers, and circuit‑breaker panels; work with schematics, blueprints, and wiring diagrams.
• Maintain effective communication with production teams, management, and external vendors to address equipment issues, status updates, and resolution timelines.
• Follow all SOPs, safety guidelines, lock‑out/tag‑out procedures, and housekeeping protocols to ensure a safe and compliant work environment.
• Support team operations by contributing to production goals and assisting in other duties as needed to ensure efficient functioning of the maintenance unit.

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 5 experience, preferably within the printing or manufacturing industry; experience with post‑press operations and finishing equipment is highly desirable.
• Hands‑on experience with electrical controls, pneumatic systems, sensors, labeling and inkjet printers, vision inspection systems, and load/scales systems; familiarity with PLC ladder logic is a plus.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, industrial safety standards (ANSI, IEEE, UL), tolerance‑based measurements, and post‑press workflow requirements.
• Excellent troubleshooting, diagnostic, and mechanical skills; ability to read technical documentation and interpret schematics and blueprints.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams.
• Willingness to work a 2‑2‑3‑2 rotating schedule (7 am–7 pm for day shift or 7 pm–7 am for night shift) following a training period of 4–12 weeks (Monday–Friday, 7 am–4 pm).

• Communicates effectively and relays job requirements to ensure smooth operations.
• Proactively addresses challenges to avoid production delays.
• Works closely with Press Operators and warehouse staff to maintain consistent quality and efficiency.
• Ensures 100% accuracy in product setup, material handling, and press operations.
• Looks for opportunities to streamline press setup and printing processes, contributing to continuous improvement.

• Frequent walking, bending, kneeling, and crawling in tight spaces; must be able to push, pull, lift, or carry up to 60 pounds occasionally.
• Work performed in a production environment with noise, machinery, and varying temperatures;…