Maintenance Tech - Food MFG

Overview

Permanent Maintenance Tech needed. High pay, great benefits. Ideally looking for candidates with mechanical, electrical and automated troubleshooting skills.

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Job Title:

Maintenance Technician

Department:
Maintenance

Reports To:

Maintenance Manager

Salary: $30 - $40 per hour

Location:

Not specified

The Maintenance Technician II plays a key role in supporting equipment uptime and facility functionality by performing a range of technical tasks related to troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance. The role involves ensuring that production and facility equipment operate safely and reliably in accordance with maintenance standards, safety protocols, and production demands.

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and facility-related issues across the production environment.
• Carry out preventive maintenance on machinery, utilities, and building systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and industry best practices.
• Follow all hygiene and sanitation guidelines as applicable to a regulated production setting.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure equipment reliability and resolve urgent maintenance issues.
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation of all maintenance activities.
• Respond to work orders, radio calls, and unplanned equipment issues in a timely and organized manner.
• Use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required and report any safety concerns to supervisory staff.
• Clean, organize, and maintain assigned areas and tools to support workplace safety and efficiency.
• Communicate equipment status and shift activity with incoming and outgoing technicians.
• Support production activities through equipment changeovers, setups, and teardown procedures.
• Remain actively engaged on the production floor, focusing on maintenance tasks, equipment monitoring, and improvements when not responding to immediate repair needs.

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Basic troubleshooting experience with production and packaging equipment.
• Familiarity with industrial automation systems such as PLCs, HMIs, and VFDs.
• Experience with shop tools and equipment such as mills, presses, and brakes.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Knowledge of maintenance software or CMMS for tracking and managing tasks.
• Willingness to work overtime based on production or staffing needs.
• Exposure to continuous improvement methods such as 5S and Lean Manufacturing principles.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous experience in general maintenance roles, with exposure to mechanical, plumbing, or electrical systems.
• Preferred:
  Formal training or certification in any of the mechanical, electrical, or plumbing trades.
• Experience working in a manufacturing setting, particularly with regulated processes or equipment.

• Frequently required to walk, climb, and stand for prolonged periods.
• Occasionally required to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Able to work on or near moving conveyors and machinery.
• Must be capable of remaining on their feet for full shifts.

• Work is performed in proximity to active machinery and equipment.
• May be exposed to varying temperatures, humidity, airborne particles, and moderate to high noise levels.
• Occasional outdoor exposure may be required when maintaining facility grounds or systems.

• Report any equipment malfunctions, unsafe conditions, or food/product quality concerns to management immediately.
• Support a culture of safety and product integrity by following all policies and procedures.
• Maintain vigilance for out-of-spec conditions, potential contamination risks, or packaging/material issues, and report findings without delay.

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