Job description:
Join the Briess Team
Since 1876, Briess Industries has been a proud, family‑owned leader in malted barley and natural specialty food ingredients. Our culture is built on teamwork, respect, and genuine care for the people who make our success possible. If you’re ready for a stable career, hands‑on work, and a place that invests in your success — this is your opportunity.
JOB TITLE: Senior Maintenance Technician
This position at our Waterloo grain roasting facility is a single maintenance position at the site. We are flexible with hours and/or days of the week. The position can be Full-Time, Part-Time, or with Flexible hours. This individual will be responsible for the maintenance of the entire facility.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Senior Maintenance Technician is a hands-on leadership role responsible for coordinating daily maintenance activities while performing advanced troubleshooting and repairs in our roasting manufacturing facility. This position serves as the technical expert for equipment reliability, and ensures safe, efficient operations while maintaining compliance with food safety and regulatory standards.
TYPICAL JOB DUTIES:
Leadership & Work Coordination
· Lead, assign, and prioritize daily maintenance tasks and work orders
Equipment Maintenance & Troubleshooting
· Perform complex troubleshooting and repair of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
· Respond to equipment breakdowns and minimize production downtime
· Support installation, startup, and commissioning of new equipment
Preventive Maintenance
· Lead execution of preventive maintenance (PM) programs to maximize equipment uptime
· Ensure PM tasks are completed accurately and on schedule
· Assist in developing and refining maintenance procedures and schedules
· Support predictive maintenance practices where applicable
Safety, Food Safety & Compliance
· Enforce adherence to safety standards including OSHA and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures
· Maintain sanitary conditions during maintenance work to prevent contamination
· Participate in and support internal/external audits and inspections
Documentation & Systems
· Ensure accurate and timely completion of work orders in the CMMS system
· Track maintenance activities, equipment history, and parts usage
· Assist with spare parts inventory management and ordering
Continuous Improvement
· Lead root cause analysis efforts for recurring equipment failures
· Identify and implement improvements to increase reliability and efficiency
· Support Lean, TPM, and other operational excellence initiatives
Other
· Adhere to all government and company safety, sanitation and GMP policies and regulations. Adhere to Food Safety, Quality and SQF Codes.
· Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
REQUIREMENTS:
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or GED required; technical degree or certification preferred
- 5+ years of maintenance experience in manufacturing (food or regulated industry preferred)
Technical Skills
- Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting abilities
- Experience with PLCs, sensors, motors, and automation systems preferred
- Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and manuals
- Welding, fabrication, and machining experience a plus
Skills & Competencies
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability
Your Benefits
Briess offers a generous, comprehensive benefits package, including:
Health Insurance
· Effective the 1st of the month after 60 days
· PPO plan with low deductibles: $250 single / $500 family
· Weekly cost: Single $30 Limited Family $45 Family $52
Dental & Vision Insurance
· Both included with medical — no extra weekly premium!
· Dental Details: a $25/a year deductible% Basic / 50% Major / Orthodontics (up to age 19)
· Vision Details: In-Network Coverage includes $0 Exam / $130 Allowance for Frames / $0 Lenses / $120 Allowance for Contact Lenses
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
· Medical FSA up to $3,400 / Dependent Care up to $7,500
· $450 company contribution after 1 year
Short‑Term Disability
· $500 per week for up to 26 weeks
Life Insurance
· $25,000 life + $25,000 AD&D
Paid Time Off
· 1 week vacation in first year (prorated)
· Additional weeks at 2, 7, 12, and 18 years
· 10 paid holidays, total (includes 1 personal day)
Retirement Programs
401(k):
· 100% match on first 3% + 50% match on next 2%
· Eligible first quarter after 2 months
Profit Sharing:
· 5% contribution into your 401(k)
· Eligible to earn first quarter after 1 year of service
Grow With Us
We’re proud of our history, but even more excited about our future — and we want you to be part of it. If you’re dependable, safety‑focused, and eager to learn, you’ll find a long‑term home at Briess.
Apply today and join the Briess Team!
Pay: $40.00 - $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
