Join us as a Maintenance Mechanic at our Byhalia, MS manufacturing facility (4594 Cayce Road), working from 7AM-7PM on a 2-2-3 rotating schedule.
At ROCKWOOL, you'll join a safety-first maintenance team where your expertise keeps our factory running reliably and reduces costly downtime. Your work directly supports consistent production and equipment reliability while you enjoy competitive pay, excellent benefits, and genuine opportunities to build a lasting career with a global manufacturer. Together, we're creating innovative solutions that make buildings safer, more energy efficient, and more sustainable for future generations.
Join us and make a difference!
Your Future Team
You'll be part of a team dedicated to operational excellence. Working in our maintenance function, you'll keep stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment operating safely and reliably. You'll collaborate closely with the Maintenance Electrician and contractors as needed, while communicating across departments to ensure coordinated, efficient operations. By resolving equipment issues quickly and maintaining dependable plant operations, you directly reduce downtime and support consistent production that keeps our facility running at peak performance.
Compensation
$32 per hour
What We Offer
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
401k match up to 6%
Paid Time Off, 12 paid holidays, and paid parental leave
100% company-paid life insurance
Fitness reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Educational assistance and career development opportunities
Company-provided PPE, annual safety shoe reimbursement, and comprehensive safety programs
What You Bring
High school diploma or equivalent
At least 3 years of experience maintaining mechanical equipment in an industrial manufacturing environment
Welding and burning skills, including MIG welding at a minimum
Ability to troubleshoot mechanical equipment in an industrial setting
Ability to use a computer and communicate clearly in English with teams across departments
What You'll Do
Install, align, dismantle, and move stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment, including pumps, fans, tanks, conveyors, furnaces, and generators
Inspect machinery and equipment, identify irregularities or malfunctions, and troubleshoot mechanical issues
Install, maintain, and repair power transmission, vacuum, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
Adjust machinery and repair or replace defective parts, including fabricating parts with lathes and grinders when needed
Operate cranes, jacks, tractors, and other lifting devices to position machinery and parts during installation, setup, and repair work
Who We Are
ROCKWOOL is the world leader in stone wool solutions. Founded in Denmark in 1937, we transform volcanic rock into innovative products that help create safer, healthier, and more sustainable buildings and industries. With ~11,800 dedicated colleagues across 37 countries and sales in more than 120, we share one common purpose: to release the natural power of stone to enrich modern living.
Our Culture and Values
At ROCKWOOL, you'll be part of a welcoming, safety-first team built on "The ROCKWOOL Way"—our core values of Ambition, Responsibility, Integrity, and Efficiency . We champion diversity and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and heard.
In our manufacturing operations, we prioritize safety above all else—every colleague deserves to go home safe every day. We foster a collaborative environment where teams work together to solve problems, drive continuous improvement, and take pride in producing world-class stone wool products. We encourage initiative, innovation, and a shared commitment to operational excellence. Whether optimizing production lines, reducing waste, or supporting colleagues, you'll be part of a purpose-driven culture where your contributions directly impact our mission and our communities.
ROCKWOOL is proud to be an Equal…