Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

About us

Symrise is a global supplier of fragrances and flavors, cosmetic active ingredients as well as functional ingredients. Its customers include perfume, cosmetics, food and beverage manufacturers, the pharmaceutical industry and producers of dietary supplements and pet food.

With sales of around €5.0 billion in the 2024 financial year, the company is one of the world's leading providers. The Group, headquartered in Holzminden, Germany, has more than 100 locations in Europe, Africa and the Middle East, Asia, the USA and Latin America.

Together with its customers, Symrise develops new ideas and market-ready concepts for products that form an indispensable part of everyday life. Economic success and corporate responsibility are inextricably linked.

Symrise – always inspiring more...

The Industrial Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for maintaining all production and facility assets in a safe, sanitary, and efficient working condition. This role supports plant operations by performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical systems and production equipment. The position plays a critical role in minimizing downtime, ensuring product quality, and maintaining compliance with safety and food production standards.

This role is a night shift position, requiring strong independent work capability along with effective collaboration with production and quality teams.

• Perform inspections, adjustments, repairs, overhauls, and troubleshooting on production and facility equipment
• Execute preventative and predictive maintenance activities to ensure optimal equipment performance and reduce downtime
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems including pumps, motors, gearboxes, pneumatics, and related components
• Fabricate, weld, and modify equipment or components as needed to support operations
• Support production and quality teams (QC) to maintain efficient and compliant operations
• Monitor equipment performance and identify abnormalities to prevent failures
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation through CMMS or service logs
• Perform general facility maintenance tasks such as boilers, compressed air systems, and utilities
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working area; assist with sanitation of maintenance equipment
• Communicate equipment issues, scheduled repairs, and improvement opportunities effectively
• Collaborate cross-functionally with production, QA, and leadership teams
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and plant goals
• Complete assigned projects and additional duties as directed by leadership

• Methodical work ethic with strong attention to detail
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently on night shift with minimal supervision
• Effective teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Multi-tasking and workload management capability
• Sound judgment on when to elevate issues or request support

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
• Ability to work in varying environmental conditions (heat, cold, noise)
• Comfortable working in an industrial/manufacturing setting

• Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and food safety standards
• Maintain compliance with safety regulations including LOTO, PPE, and OSHA requirements
• Adhere to all company policies regarding safety, sanitation, and confidentiality
• Utilize safe work practices at all times

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• 2–5 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or food production environment preferred
• Food processing experience is a plus
• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands‑on troubleshooting and repair capabilities
• General mathematical ability and strong problem‑solving skills
• Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions
• Experience with preventative maintenance programs and inspection processes
• Familiarity with CMMS systems preferred