HGS Bioscience is a fast-growing, agriculture-based manufacturing team. Our people are at the center of our success, and we are committed to building a supportive, growth-orientated workplace
The Maintenance Tech is a hands-on leadership role responsible for supporting daily production operations, equipment reliability, and plant safety within a biologicals manufacturing environment focused on humic and fulvic-based products. This blended role combines production shift leadership with advanced maintenance and troubleshooting responsibilities to ensure safe, efficient, and continuous plant operations.
This individual will lead day-to-day shift activities, support operators, troubleshoot equipment and process issues, perform advanced maintenance repairs, and help maintain a clean, organized, and compliant manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, safety-focused, capable of leading teams on the floor, and comfortable working in a fast-paced industrial production setting.
Roles & Responsibilities
Production & Shift Leadership
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Lead daily shift operations and support production activities across the manufacturing plant.
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Provide floor leadership and direction to production employees during assigned shifts.
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Cover employee absences and assist in maintaining production continuity.
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Communicate shift updates, operational concerns, and production status to plant leadership.
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Verify production log sheets, batch documentation, and operational records are completed accurately.
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Ensure production processes and work instructions are followed consistently.
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Perform pre-operational equipment inspections and verify readiness for production.
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Review raw materials and finished products for quality and operational concerns.
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Troubleshoot operational and process issues to minimize downtime and disruptions.
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Support employee coaching, conflict resolution, and overall team accountability in partnership with plant leadership.
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Maintain a clean, safe, and organized manufacturing environment.
Maintenance & Equipment Reliability
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Perform advanced troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and plumbing systems.
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Diagnose equipment failures and conduct root cause analysis to reduce recurring downtime.
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Repair and maintain motors, pumps, conveyors, gearboxes, valves, mixers, and other production equipment.
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Troubleshoot electrical systems including 220V/480V systems, motor controls, relays, panels, and contactors.
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Install, align, and commission new or relocated equipment as needed.
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Perform welding and fabrication work to repair or modify equipment and structural components.
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Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
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Respond to maintenance work orders and emergency repairs during production operations.
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Assist with maintaining maintenance logs, repair records, and parts inventory.
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Submit purchase requests for replacement parts and operational supplies as directed.
Safety & Compliance
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Operate equipment and machinery in accordance with company safety policies and OSHA standards.
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Promote a strong safety culture and ensure proper PPE usage at all times.
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Identify and communicate potential safety hazards or operational risks.
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Support plant housekeeping, sanitation, and environmental compliance efforts.
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Participate in on-call rotations, overtime, weekends, or extended shifts as operational needs require.
Qualifications
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Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills in an industrial manufacturing environment.
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Working knowledge of 220V/480V electrical systems preferred.
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Ability to operate and troubleshoot manufacturing equipment safely and effectively.
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Ability to read and interpret technical documents, schematics, and work instructions.
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Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
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Ability to work independently with limited oversight while supporting team operations.
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High attention to detail with strong problem-solving abilities.
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Basic computer skills for production and maintenance documentation.
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Commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement.
Education & Experience
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High school diploma or equivalent required.
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5+ years of manufacturing, industrial maintenance, or production leadership experience preferred.
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Experience within chemical, agriculture, biologicals, liquid processing, or industrial manufacturing environments strongly preferred.
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Technical or vocational training in industrial maintenance, manufacturing technology, or related field is a plus.
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Welding and fabrication experience preferred.
Physical Requirements
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Ability to regularly lift 50+ pounds.
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Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing ladders, and reaching overhead.
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Ability to work in dusty, hot, cold, noisy, and industrial manufacturing environments.
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Ability to work around moving mechanical equipment and industrial machinery.
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Ability to wear required PPE and work safely in production environments.
Work Environment
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Industrial manufacturing and production plant environment focused on humic and fulvic biological products.
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Exposure to dust, raw materials, machinery, and varying plant temperatures.
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Fast-paced operational environment requiring flexibility and responsiveness.
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May require overtime, weekend, evening, or on-call support based on production demands.
What We Offer
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Collaborative, people-first culture
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Competitive compensation and benefits packages
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Savings and retirement plan with employer match
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Paid time off, starting at 3 weeks
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Career pathing and developmental opportunities
