Maintenance Technician – Food Manufacturing
Overview
You will own preventative and reactive maintenance for production and packaging equipment in a food manufacturing facility. 2nd Shift role at $34.00–$36.00/hour plus differential. You'll troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. The team supports high-speed production with minimal downtime. This role stands out with full benefits (100% medical, dental, vision) and overtime availability.
What You'll Do10
- 1Perform preventative maintenance on production equipment to reduce unplanned downtime.
- 2Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
- 3Diagnose faults, replace components, and test equipment performance.
- 4Maintain records of repairs, parts usage, and equipment changes.
- 5Support equipment changeovers, setups, and line adjustments.
- 6Execute emergency repairs to minimize production interruptions.
- 7Read and interpret equipment manuals, schematics, and work orders.
- 8Maintain tools, equipment, and shop organization.
- 9Handle basic facility maintenance: plumbing, electrical, and carpentry tasks.
- 10Use hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment.
Requirements9
- 12–3 years proven experience as a Maintenance Technician or Industrial Mechanic.
- 2Experience in food manufacturing or high-speed production environments preferred.
- 3Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills.
- 4Ability to read electrical prints and work across multiple voltages.
- 5Hands-on experience with hydraulics and pneumatics.
- 6Knowledge of GMP and food safety standards.
- 7Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
- 8Ability to work independently and in a team.
- 9High attention to detail and ability to work in fast-paced environments.
Salary Insight
$71 - $75k per year
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