1st Shift Weekend Maintenance Technician

Seneca Foods Corporation

Location:

Hart, Michigan

Department:
Production

Position Type:
Full‑Time

Hours:

5 am‑3:30 pm Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday

Pay:
Apprentice Mechanic $27.95, Skilled Mechanic $33.65, Certified Mechanic (1 certification) $35.92, Master Mechanic (3 or more certifications) $38.19

Feeding Families Starts with People Like You

At Seneca Foods, we do more than grow crops — we nourish families and strengthen communities with safe, nutritious, and affordable food. Our mission is simple but powerful: “To feed the world safe, nutritious, and affordable food.” We do it with a deep commitment to quality, people, and sustainability.

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunities for growth in a stable, essential industry.
• A company culture that values teamwork, respect, and responsibility.

• Reading and understanding blueprints, sketches, diagrams and operating manuals
• Troubleshoot electrical control circuits, mechanical and electrical systems
• Program PLC systems
• Repairing refrigeration systems
• Perform or provide oversight to pitter rebuilds and repairs
• Ability to weld parts or structures
• Ability to fabricate parts, guards, etc. as needed
• Ability to run line equipment unassisted
• Ability to repair and install plumbing systems
• Understand electrical components such as timers, relay, transformers, etc.
• Ability to use these components in equipment redesign applications
• Be aware and follow all safety techniques (lockouts, bump caps, confined space, electrical safety, earplugs, forklift etc.) and consistently comply with all facility safety procedures
• Ability to work with and on compressed air systems, solenoids, air cylinders, piping, etc.
• Identify needs and work with purchasing on obtaining replacement parts
• Ability to train maintenance and operating personnel in proper procedures of equipment
• Ability to work flexible hours and maintain good attendance; work overtime as required
• Demonstrate consistent behavior indicating the capacity and willingness to function as an independent maintenance technician for the entire facility, needing only limited direction
• Accurate paperwork completion; maintain records/documentation as required
• Other tasks as assigned

• High school diploma or equivalent (2‑year degree in related field a plus).
• 1–2 years of mechanical experience preferred (Food Processing a plus).
• Strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and interpret maintenance manuals and technical documents.
• Basic math and clear communication skills.
• Comfortable working in outdoor and industrial environments.

The Maintenance Mechanic role involves a dynamic work environment that varies. Most work is performed indoors in a well‑equipped maintenance shop, providing a controlled setting for repairs, overhauls, and equipment preparation.

The position requires regular use of hand tools and machinery, and frequent lifting of items weighing 30 pounds or more. Daily tasks involve standing, bending, crawling, climbing, and at times working in confined spaces or at elevated heights to access various equipment components.

Strong communication skills are essential, as the role involves regular interaction with team members across departments and coordination with outside vendors for parts and technical support.

• Take pride in keeping machines running smoothly.
• Enjoy problem‑solving and thinking on your feet.
• Are reliable, safety‑conscious, and detail‑oriented.
• Want to work for a company with deep roots and a meaningful mission.

Apply now and start making a difference with Seneca Foods.

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