Maintenance Mechanic 3rd Shift - Food Manufacturing

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Full Time Production Kent Production, Kent, WA, US

2 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $30.00 To $35.00 Hourly

Location: Kent, WA (Onsite)
Shift: 3rd Shift | Approximately 9:30 PM – 6:00 AM, Saturday – Wednesday
Pay:$30.00 – $35.00 per hour DOE, plus $1.00 for shift differential for working 3rd shift, plus a $500 Hiring Bonus once you complete a minimum of 6 months of satisfactory performance.

When the rest of the world is winding down, our Maintenance Mechanics are gearing up to keep one of the most recognized snack brands moving forward.

At Oberto Snacks
, we're more than jerky and meat snacks—we're a team of innovators, problem-solvers, and craftsmen dedicated to producing high-quality products that millions of consumers enjoy. If you're an experienced maintenance professional who thrives on troubleshooting complex equipment, solving challenges, and making a real impact every shift, we'd love to meet you.

Our manufacturing environment is fast-paced, technology-driven, and continuously evolving. You'll work with advanced production and packaging systems while helping drive operational excellence.

You'll join a collaborative maintenance team that values communication, knowledge-sharing, and continuous improvement.

Whether you're looking to expand your technical expertise, develop leadership skills, or grow your career in food manufacturing, Oberto offers opportunities to advance.

Founded in Seattle in 1918, Oberto has spent more than a century creating premium protein snacks. Today, we remain one of the nation's most innovative meat snack companies, powered by over 700 dedicated employees and a mission to help people make better choices for healthier, happier lives.

As a Maintenance Mechanic
, you'll be the expert behind the equipment that keeps our operation running safely, efficiently, and reliably.

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and packaging equipment
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, servo, PLC, and vacuum system issues
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance activities
• Utilize and document work through our CMMS system
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings
• Support machine startups and production readiness based on daily schedules
• Repair or replace components using hand tools, power tools, and specialty diagnostic equipment
• Submit parts requisitions and maintain maintenance inventory awareness
• Fabricate components when necessary, using grinders, drill presses, saws, MIG, or TIG welding equipment
• Partner with production teams to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency
• Follow Lean Manufacturing principles and food safety requirements

• Slicing, stuffing, and grinding equipment
• Vertical and horizontal form-fill-seal machines
• Ishida scales
• Inkjet and thermal code dating systems
• Smokehouses
• Boilers
• Air compressors and vacuum pumps
• Plant electrical systems and lighting

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years of maintenance experience
• At least 1 year of maintenance experience in food manufacturing or a related industrial environment
• Strong troubleshooting skills in:
  • Electrical systems
  • Hydraulics
  • Pneumatics
  • Mechanical systems
  • Refrigeration equipment
  • Boilers
• Experience reading electrical schematics and blueprints
• Knowledge of PLC wiring and…