Maintenance Technician

About C&F Packing

C&F Packing is a fast-paced food manufacturing operation focused on quality, safety, and innovation. We operate high-volume processing lines including blending and cooking systems, industrial ovens, mechanical freezers, and vertical form-fill-seal packaging. We’re growing and looking for a hands‑on Maintenance Mechanic who thrives in a team environment and takes pride in reliable, safe equipment performance.

• Maintain & Repair Production Equipment
• Troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on blending and cooking equipment
  , continuous/batch ovens
  , mechanical freezers
  , and vertical form-fill-seal (VFFS) packaging lines
  .
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including cylinders, valves, regulators, manifolds, and air preparation units.
• Perform mechanical work:
  bearings, chains/sprockets, belts, gearboxes, conveyors, seals, pumps, and heat exchangers
  .
• Controls & Automation (PLCs/HMI)
• Troubleshoot and support PLC‑based control systems with emphasis on Allen‑Bradley (Control Logix/Compact Logix, Micro Logix).
• Read and interpret ladder logic
  , monitor I/O, and make minor logic adjustments under engineering guidance.
• Diagnose faults with VFDs
  , servo drives
  , sensors (photoelectric, inductive, RTDs/thermocouples), and HMI interfaces (Panel View/WinCC).
• Maintain accurate backups of PLC/HMI programs and document changes per change‑control procedures.
• Assist with operation and maintenance of ammonia‑based refrigeration systems under direction of qualified personnel.
• Perform routine checks: oil levels, defrost cycles, evaporators, compressors, condensers, purgers, and safety devices.
• Follow IIAR and PSM/RMP procedures, including log entries, inspections, and emergency response drills as assigned.
• Electrical Systems
• Safely work on 480/277V, 240/208V, and 120V systems; troubleshoot motor circuits, VFDs, contractors, overloads, and control panels.
• Read and update electrical schematics
  , one‑lines, and panel layouts; adhere to NFPA 70E safe work practices and lockout/tagout.
• Reliability & Safety
• Execute preventive and predictive maintenance (PM/PdM): vibration checks, thermal scans, lubrication routes, and condition‑based inspections.
• Complete high‑quality work orders in CMMS with root‑cause notes, parts used, and follow‑up actions.
• Partner with Production, Sanitation, and QA to minimize downtime and ensure food safety and GMP compliance.
• Support continuous improvement (5S, Kaizen) and assist with spare parts identification and kitting.

• Experience: 3-5+ years as an industrial maintenance mechanic/technician in food, beverage, packaging, or process manufacturing
  .
• Controls: Hands‑on troubleshooting experience with Allen‑Bradley and Siemens PLCs/HMIs; able to read ladder logic and navigate online diagnostics. Familiarity with Studio 5000/RSLogix
  , Factory Talk
  .
• Equipment: Strong mechanical aptitude on mixers/blenders, kettles, ovens, freezers (mechanical), pumps
  , and VFFS packaging equipment (e.g., forming tubes, sealing jaws, film tracking, date coders, and baggers).
• Systems: Proficiency in hydraulics and pneumatics
  , including schematic reading and component replacement.
• Electrical: Solid background in industrial electricity and controls, including VFDs
  , motor controls, sensors, and panel wiring; able to use multimeters and test equipment safely.
• Refrigeration:
  
  Experience with
  ammonia (NH3) systems preferred;
  IIAR
  , PSM/RMP familiarity a plus. (
  RETAs certification is a plus.)
• Documentation: Ability to interpret mechanical, electrical, and P& drawings; comfortable using a CMMS for work orders and PMs.
• Compliance: Knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, OSHA, LOTO
  , and NFPA 70E
  .
• Education/
  
  Certifications:
  
  
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical diploma/apprenticeship or equivalent military training preferred.
• Relevant certifications (RETAs, OSHA 10/30, forklift/aerial lift, ARC flash) are a plus.

• PLC software: Studio 5000/RSLogix 500/5000, Factory Talk View, Siemens TIA Portal/Step 7.
• Drives & Motion: ABB/Power Flex/Siemens VFDs; servo systems (as applicable).
• Instrumentation: Temperature, pressure, level, and…