Equipment & Maintenance Technician
Location: Windsor, CT
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $28.00 – $32.00 per hour (based on experience)
Schedule: Day shift | Monday to Friday
Company Overview
Baronet Coffee is a family-owned coffee roaster and manufacturer based in Windsor, CT. With nearly a century of history behind us, we specialize in high-quality coffee production including roasting, grinding, and packaging for retail and private label customers. Our facility is fast-paced, team-oriented, and grounded in SQF-certified food safety and continuous improvement.
Position Summary
We are seeking a skilled Equipment & Maintenance Technician to join our maintenance team. This hands-on role is responsible for keeping our production equipment running safely and efficiently — from drum roasters and grinders to VFFS and horizontal soft pod packaging machines. The ideal candidate brings strong mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic skills, a solid understanding of cGMPs, and a genuine commitment to workplace and food safety.
Responsibilities
- Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems on production and packaging equipment
- Perform routine and preventative maintenance on all plant equipment including VFFS machines, horizontal soft pod packaging machines, drum roasters, grinders, conveyors, nitrogen/gas flush systems, and labelers/coders
- Support machine changeovers, upgrades, and process improvements
- Maintain and repair conveyors, piping, and compressed air systems
- Respond quickly to production breakdowns to minimize downtime
- Follow all safety and food safety protocols in accordance with our SQF program and cGMP standards
- Keep accurate maintenance records and support our developing PM program
- Maintain a clean, organized, and GMP-compliant work environment (5S practices)
Qualifications
- 3–7 years of experience as a Plant Mechanic, Equipment Technician, or similar industrial maintenance role
- Hands-on proficiency in mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems — all three are required
- Experience with packaging machinery, conveyor systems, or food/beverage production equipment strongly preferred
- Working knowledge of cGMPs and experience in a regulated food manufacturing environment
- Strong safety mindset — you follow protocols and speak up when something isn’t right
- Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals
- Welding or fabrication experience a plus
- PLC familiarity (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar) a plus
- Forklift certified or willing to certify
- High school diploma or equivalent required; trade school or technical certifications a plus
Benefits
- Competitive pay: $28.00 – $32.00 per hour based on experience
- Health, dental, and vision insurance available to full-time employees
- Life insurance and AD&D coverage provided
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) available
- 401(k) plan available after one year of employment
- 7 paid holidays per year
- Paid vacation accrued based on length of service
- Tools and PPE provided
- Collaborative, small-team environment where your work is visible and valued
Baronet Coffee is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $28.00 - $32.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- What is the primary function of a hydraulic system in heavy machinery? (Select One Letter)
A. To generate electrical power for the machine’s controls
B. To convert mechanical energy into thermal energy
C. To transfer power using pressurized fluid
D. To provide lubrication to moving parts
- What is the purpose of a gear in a mechanical system? (Select One Letter)
A. To store energy for future use
B. To convert linear motion into rotational motion
C. To reduce friction between moving parts
D. To transmit torque and change the speed or direction of motion
- What is the function of a circuit breaker in an electrical system? (Select One Letter)
A. To convert electrical energy into mechanical energy
B. To store electrical energy for later use
C. To automatically interrupt current flow in the event of an overload or short circuit
D. To regulate the voltage supplied to a machine
Ability to Commute:
- Windsor, CT 06095 (Required)
Work Location: In person
