Maintenance Packaging Technician

Maintenance Packaging Technician

Position Type: Regular - Full-Time

Requisition : 39671

In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and interested in helping each other create good work experiences. We think about the customer and make doing business with McCain easy. Our Maintenance Technicians perform maintenance procedures on all plant equipment including lubrication, line inspections, and preventative maintenance procedures from a checklist. Minor mechanical adjustments and equipment/part replacement are also performed. Our plant operates 24/7;
Maintenance Techs work 12‑hour rotating schedules from 6 pm to 6 am.

• Utilizing SAP computer maintenance system.
• Report all equipment failures to appropriate supervisors in writing and verbally.
• Prepare, read, write, and understand reports and correspondence.
• Strictly adhere to company and plant policies concerning safety, performing proper lock‑out/tag‑out procedures, using proper lifting technique, and wearing proper protective equipment related to duties.
• Adhere to all company and plant policies related to GMP’s.
• Perform maintenance using hand tools, power tools, and fabricating equipment.
• Perform general lubrication of bearings, chains, gearboxes, etc.
• Perform general building maintenance duties including miscellaneous plumbing, painting and repairs.
• Perform preventative maintenance per standard procedures.
• Perform basic electrical troubleshooting, with the use of appropriate electrical measuring instruments and electrical schematics.
• Perform basic electronic troubleshooting of HMI equipment.
• Perform basic hydraulic troubleshooting, including aggressive leak control, piping selection, and valve and motor operations.
• Perform basic pneumatic troubleshooting, including aggressive leak control, and appropriate usage of compressed air versus low‑pressure air.
• Perform basic fabrication procedures including braking and shearing.
• Perform basic machining procedures including lathe set‑up and milling machine set‑up.
• Perform rebuild of Hayssen Jaws.
• Perform spanning of scale procedure to Yamato and Ishida scaled.
• Perform basic fabrication.

• High school diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education and related experience. Certification and/or Associate Degree in Mechanical field highly preferred.
• Employee must frequently lift, push, and pull up to 35 lbs.
• Must be able to wear and follow GMP gear (smock, gloves, hairnet, sleeves, waterproof suit, ear plugs, protective toe shoes, and goggles – when needed).

• Must have the ability to read and interpret company policy and procedure, safety rules, equipment operation, and maintenance instructions.
• Must have the ability to prepare and write routine reports and correspondence.
• Must demonstrate prior knowledge of refrigeration, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, and troubleshooting techniques.

At McCain, we’re feeding the world: from French fries to cakes, we contribute to the important role food plays in people's lives. That’s why we’re dedicated to ensuring our core values—Family, Authentic, Trusted, and Quality—shine through every day.

Starting at $33.78 – $39.21 USD hourly + bonus eligibility + hourly pay differential for applicable shifts.

Benefits include health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription drug), retirement savings benefits, and leave support including medical, family and bereavement. Well‑being programs include vacation and holidays, company‑supported volunteering time, and mental health resources.

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to find appropriate solutions.

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United States of America :
Nebraska :
Grand Island

McCain Foods USA, Inc.