Maintenance, Maintenance Technician ​/ Mechanic

Duties and Responsibilities

Assists with preventative and predictive maintenance on process systems, including mill, production, packaging, utility, and other facility equipment. Partner with operations to troubleshoot issues on these systems, utilizing machine manuals and schematics. Assists with maintaining utility operations such as boilers, compressors, vacuum pumps, water supply and HVAC systems. Document work using PM checklists, work orders, permits, etc. Maintain GMPs, safety and food safety standards.

Partner with company leadership to identify and execute continuous improvement opportunities in safety, food safety, quality, productivity, and sanitation. Other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution, and one of the following: a two‑year associate’s degree or higher in a technical field (mechanical, electrical, mechatronics, electro‑mechanical, controls and automation, etc.) or equivalent military training and experience in a relevant Military Occupational Specialty (MOS).
• 2+ years hands‑on experience in a mechanic, maintenance, electrical, electro‑mechanical, controls and automation, or related role, or equivalent education.
• Must have experience with basic carpentry, plumbing, welding, metal work, and fabrication.
• Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and overtime.

• Previous maintenance experience in a food manufacturing facility.
• Previous experience reading blueprints and schematics.
• Previous experience with MIG, TIG, and stick welding.
• Previous experience with power transmission components (belt drives, chain drives, bearings, motors & gears).
• Previous experience with drill presses, lathes, Bridgeport‑type mills.
• Experience with operation and maintenance of forklifts, scissor lifts, and articulated lifts.

• Lift up to 34 lbs for 6+ hours per shift.
• Lift up to 50 lbs for 3+ hours per shift; anything over 50 lbs requires team assistance or mechanical lifting devices.
• Sit, climb, and work off ladder, and operate foot pedals for 3+ hours per shift.
• Work in a dusty and cold environment for 3+ hours per shift.
• Work in confined spaces for 3+ hours per shift.
• Work in high heat and humidity for 6+ hours per shift.
• Balance, bend, crouch, kneel, stoop, walk, and reach above shoulders for 6+ hours per shift.
• Perform simple grasping, push, pull, feel and perform fine manipulation for 6+ hours per shift.
• Stand for 8+ hours per shift.
• Wear a respirator as needed.
• Make fine distinctions by sound.
• Express or exchange ideas by spoken or written word.
• Distinguish object or equipment visually.