Night Electro-Mechanical Technician

Night Electro-Mechanical Technician – Newly Weds Foods

Maintenance Department

Perform preventative maintenance and emergency repairs on all production and building equipment. Responsible for troubleshooting, programming, repairs, and new installations of PLCs, AC/DC motors, conveyors, gearboxes, and other plant machinery. Work to improve equipment reliability as part of the maintenance team.

• Fill out daily log reports, emergency breakdown reports, and work orders; communicate with incoming shifts.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Work on DC and up to 480 VAC equipment, starters, motors, VFDs, sensors, controllers, photo‑eyes, and more.
• Install, debug, and stabilize plant equipment as required.
• Read schematics and blueprints to diagnose electrical issues and make safe repairs.
• Execute repairs, upgrades, and new installations of machinery to ensure proper operation.
• Support installation, analysis, and acceptance of new equipment.
• Test electro‑mechanical assemblies with test instruments.
• Read and interpret HMI panels to troubleshoot production line faults.
• Install electronic parts and hardware using soldering equipment and hand tools.
• Operate, test, and maintain robotic equipment.
• Assist with Production/Maintenance assignments as needed.
• Communicate issues and solve problems with Production staff, addressing quality and safety concerns.
• Perform electrical and distribution lock‑out/tag‑out according to safety protocols.
• Ensure all electro‑mechanical safety requirements are met.
• Participate in overtime assignments as required.

• Associate’s Degree in Maintenance Technology, Electro‑Mechanics, or equivalent education, experience, and training.
• 1–5 years of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of industrial electrical systems and maintenance best practices; familiarity with OSHA, safety regulations, and related standards.
• Proven ability to work effectively within a team environment.

• Maintain a safe and clean work environment, complying with established policies and procedures.
• Adhere to all safety and environmental policies, including OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory requirements.
• Other compliance responsibilities:
  • Recognize unsafe acts and conditions and implement corrective actions.
  • Complete necessary paperwork related to job functions and safety training.
  • Recognize and report all incidents, even those not requiring treatment.
• Review and execute the Food Safety Plan and MFP Mission Statement to provide safe, high‑quality food products.
• Apply good manufacturing practices (GMPs) concerning waste disposal, attire, grooming, and hygiene.
• Establish and track metrics for sustainability projects that improve energy usage, emissions, water, and waste footprints.
• Understand that employees are not authorized to represent the company or respond to media inquiries.
• Note that duties may change at any time with or without notice.
• Recognize that the job is performed in industrial production areas with exposure to strong aromas, airborne dust, temperature extremes, and heights up to 60 ft.

• Basic computer proficiency.
• Effective interaction with professionals at various levels of the organization.
• Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to guide, teach, and communicate with others.
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.

• Attend work as scheduled.
• Read and write in English.
• Perform basic math calculations.
• Perform the tasks of team members as necessary.
• Lift up to 55 lb.
• Follow verbal and written instructions.
• Interact professionally with coworkers and supervisors.

Pay Rate: $26.50 to $39.79

Hours: Monday–Thursday: 4 pm to 4 am