Maintenance Technician

Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician

This role focuses on maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving mechanical and electrical components of high-speed, food production equipment. You will support safe, reliable, and efficient operations by performing preventive and predictive maintenance, resolving equipment issues, and driving continuous improvement across the facility.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain mechanical and electrical components of production equipment, including ingredient handling and preparation systems such as sugar dissolving, bulk handling, and dumping stations.
• Maintain and troubleshoot milk plant equipment, including cold separators, CIP systems, and standardization plant equipment.
• Support and repair packaging equipment, including labelers, case packers, palletizers, conveyor systems, shunts, storage systems, and product transport systems.
• Maintain storage and retrieval systems, including cranes and conveyor systems, to ensure reliable material flow.
• Execute preventive and predictive maintenance tasks according to the planned work schedule to ensure safe, cost-effective, and reliable equipment performance.
• Create and update follow-up notifications and improvement requests in the SAP or CMMS system based on maintenance findings and equipment condition.
• Complete all assigned work orders in a timely manner, following established standards, best practices, and safety procedures.
• Provide technical training and coaching to equipment operators to build their knowledge, autonomy, and confidence in operating and caring for production equipment.
• Apply creative problem-solving skills to implement equipment improvements and enhancements that optimize production and support key metrics such as safety, quality, and cost.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to continuous improvement, actively developing technical competencies and sharing best practices with the team.
• Participate in structured problem-solving activities using tools such as BDA and GSTD to identify root causes and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Actively contribute to continuous improvement and excellence initiatives, including NCE and other improvement teams.
• Lead and support the ongoing review and updating of maintenance procedures, including optimization of preventive maintenance tasks and intervals.
• Review and recommend required spare parts to ensure the technical warehouse is adequately stocked and supports high equipment uptime.
• Use appropriate mechanical and electrical tools and diagnostic instruments safely and effectively for troubleshooting and repair.
• Follow lockout/tagout and other safety procedures at all times to protect yourself and others while working on equipment.
• Collaborate closely with other technicians, operators, and cross-functional teams to minimize downtime and support production goals.
• Document maintenance activities accurately in the maintenance system, including work performed, parts used, and recommendations for future actions.

Essential Skills

• At least 3 years of industrial mechanical and electrical maintenance experience, preferably in a food manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience working with 120V–480V electrical systems and 3-phase power.
• Proficiency in applying lockout/tagout procedures when working on equipment.
• Experience working with hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including troubleshooting and repair.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical wiring diagrams and schematics accurately.
• Ability to properly use mechanical and electrical tools and diagnostic instruments for maintenance and repair.
• Ownership of basic personal tools appropriate for industrial maintenance work.
• Basic PLC experience, including troubleshooting and the ability to read and interpret ladder logic.
• Experience using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) for preventive maintenance programs and work order management.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience in industrial maintenance, machine repair, and electrical maintenance.
• Ability to perform electrical troubleshooting on industrial equipment, including 480V and 3-phase systems.
• Capability to perform mechanical repairs, including working with hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical assemblies.
• Ability to follow wiring schematics and perform wiring tasks safely and accurately.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Automation or robotics experience.
• Experience in FDA- or USDA-regulated manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) principles and practices.
• Basic computer skills, including using email and standard office applications.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley or similar industrial control systems.
• Experience with industrial welding processes such as MIG or TIG is a plus.
• Strong troubleshooting mindset with the ability to analyze complex equipment issues and propose effective solutions.
• Willingness to participate in formal training programs, including arc flash training and ongoing technical development.

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