Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Maintenance Technician to join our food manufacturing team. This role is responsible for ensuring the optimal performance of production, packaging and facilities equipment through preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair. The ideal candidate can work independently or on a team with a strong background in mechanical, electrical, and automation systems within a food processing environment.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production machinery, packaging equipment, and facility systems.
- Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues to minimize downtime.
- Lead and mentor junior maintenance technicians, providing guidance and training.
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities using CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System).
- Ensure compliance with food safety standards (e.g., HACCP, GMP, SQF) and OSHA regulations.
- Collaborate with production and quality teams to support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Assist in the installation and commissioning of new equipment.
- Monitor inventory of spare parts and tools; coordinate with procurement for replenishment.
- Participate in root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Respond to emergency breakdowns and perform repairs in a timely manner.
- Inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing and/or replacing mechanical components such as motors, reducers, drive chains, sprockets, sheaves, pulleys, rollers, conveyor belts, bearings, and transfer plates
- Troubleshooting, adjusting and replacing AC and DC electrical equipment such as fuses, motor starters, relays, switches, timers and PLC
- Inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing and/or replacing pneumatic equipment such as flow splitters, diverters, air compressors, lubricators, hoses, and coils
- Inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing and/or replacing hydraulic equipment such as hoses, fittings, cylinders, and pumps
- Welding equipment such as handrails, conveyor supports, package handling equipment, and carts
- Performing preventive maintenance inspections of plant equipment such as conveyors, bulk carts, and power industrial equipment
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required, technical certification or associate degree in a related field preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of maintenance experience in a food manufacturing or similar industrial environment.
- Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, automation, plumbing, HVAC and control systems.
- Experience with PLCs, VFDs, and automated equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, PLC ladder logic and blueprints.
- Experience in Root Cause Analysis
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Willingness to work 2nd shift, including weekends and holidays, as needed
- Must have experience trouble shooting and repairing multi head scale preferably 5 years preferred
- Must have experience trouble shooting and repairing bagger machines preferably 5 years preferred
- Experience with exhaust fans, air handler and ac unit preventative maintenance and repair
- Experience with 480-volt electrical trouble shooting and installation of new electrical components such as vfd’s, softstarts and electric motors
- Experience in service and preventative maintenance with boilers, steam generators, chillers and cooling tower, industrial air compressors, dehumidifiers, and temperature control systems
- Must have tools. Yearly tool allowance provided. Our shop provides uncommon and specialty tools
Extras We Love!
- Food industry maintenance experience
- Experience in Multi-Head Weighing systems (Ishida preferred)
- Experience in fall protection
- Experience in NFPA 70e (Arc Flash Safety)
- Experience in metal fabrication: welding, lathe, and mill
- Certifications in electrical or mechanical systems.
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.
- Familiarity with food safety audits and regulatory compliance.
Personal Qualities
Leadership – Proven success in leading high-performance teams, achieving results through others, and being a strong team player
Innovative thinking – Ability to lead innovative and/or transformative projects and strives for continuous improvements
Analytical thinking - Exceptional ability to analyze data and utilize it to make sound business decisions
Customer oriented – Demonstrate strong focus on customer service and client satisfaction while maintaining high ethics and professional integrity in all interactions
Conflict management and resolution skills - Build consensus, anticipate and solve problems
Results focused – Ability to organize and manage multiple, and at times competing priorities
Communication skills – Demonstrate strong communication and collaboration skills necessary to lead and manage teams and projects effectively
Relationship building skills – Ability to work within a dynamic team setting and provide leadership to build and develop strong teams.
Physical Requirements
Lifting and Carrying: Must be able to lift 25 pounds to 50 pounds.
Standing, Walking and Climbing Stairs: Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods and able to climb stairs to reach work locations as needed.
Repetitive Movements and Manual Dexterity: Some tasks involve repetitive motions (i.e. typing). Must be able to perform these repetitive movements without experiencing strain or discomfort.
Balance and Coordination: Jobs may require working on elevated platforms, ladders, or scaffolding may necessitate good balance and coordination skills to prevent accidents.
Vision and Hearing: Good vision and hearing are essential for identifying defects, reading instructions, and maintaining situational awareness in a manufacturing environment.
Bending and Stooping: Manufacturing settings may require employees to bend, stoop, or crouch in order to access equipment or perform certain tasks. Flexibility and the ability to bend safely are important.
Respiratory Health: In environments with potential exposure to dust, chemicals, or fumes, respiratory health may be a concern. Some jobs may require the use of respiratory protection equipment, so employees must be physically capable of wearing and using such equipment.
Temperature Tolerance: Facility can have varying temperature conditions. Work may require employees to work in hot or cold environments.
Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to ensure equal employment opportunities, in compliance with applicable laws such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in the United States.
Work Environment
Temperature Control: Our facility maintains strict temperature controls to ensure food safety and product quality. While much of your work will occur in a temperature-controlled environment, you may occasionally be required to work in cold or hot rooms as part of the production process.
Noise Level: The production floor can be loud due to the operation of industrial machinery and the movement of forklifts. Hearing protection is required and will be provided to ensure your comfort and safety.
Industrial Machinery: You will work alongside a variety of industrial machines designed for food processing and packaging. Proper training and safety measures will be in place to ensure your safety while operating or working near these machines.
Allergen/Chemical Exposure: You may work or be exposed to food products that contain allergens such as peanuts, tree nuts, soy, wheat, milk, eggs, etc. Cross-contact and exposure to allergens can occur during various stages of production. Additionally, in the course of your duties, you may handle or encounter cleaning agents, sanitizers, food additives, and other chemicals used in our manufacturing processes. Proper training and safety protocols will be provided to minimize risks.
Good Manufacturing Process: We take our food safety seriously! We follow strict Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's) to ensure proper food safety, quality and commitment to the health and safety for our teams and customers. This means you will be expected to comply with proper PPE usage and behaviors compliant to our Food Safety and Quality standards. All plant employees must wear slip-resistant/non-slip shoes and provided uniforms while in the plant.
Pay Range
The target salary range for this position is $40.00-$42.00/hourly. The actual rate offered will depend on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, years of relevant experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40.00 - $42.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
