Junior Maintenance Technincian

This Junior Maintenance Technician Position Features:

• Direct Hire Position

• Excellent opportunity for an entry-level

• Growth within the company

• Great Pay to $54K

Launch Your Career in Industrial Maintenance

We are seeking a motivated Junior Maintenance Technician to join our maintenance team in a fast-paced, high-speed meat processing facility. This is an excellent opportunity for an entry-level or early-career maintenance professional with strong mechanical aptitude who is eager to grow within industrial equipment maintenance and food manufacturing operations.

If you enjoy hands-on mechanical work and want to build a long-term career in maintenance, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of high-speed processing and packaging equipment

• Perform basic mechanical repairs (bearings, belts, chains, motors, gearboxes, conveyors)

• Support preventative maintenance (PM) programs to reduce downtime

• Respond to equipment breakdowns under guidance of senior technicians

• Assist with changeovers, setups, and production line adjustments

• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, work orders, and parts records

• Perform lubrication, inspections, and machinery adjustments

• Follow strict food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards

• Ensure all work is completed safely and in compliance with company policies

• Maintain a clean, organized work area

• Participate in safety initiatives and continuous improvement programs

What We’re Looking For

• Strong mechanical aptitude and basic mechanical skills

• Comfortable working around high-speed industrial equipment

• Knowledge of tools, fasteners, belts, bearings, and basic mechanical systems

• Willingness to learn industrial maintenance best practices

• Ability to follow procedures and safety protocols

• Comfortable working in cold, wet, and fast-paced environments

• Ability to work shifts, including nights, weekends, and overtime as required

• Team player with good communication skills

• Physically able to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in confined spaces

Preferred (Not Required)

• Technical diploma, trade school, or apprenticeship in industrial maintenance or mechanics

• Experience in food or meat processing

• Exposure to high-speed production equipment

• Basic knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, or electrical systems

• Familiarity with LOTO procedures and food safety standards (GMP, HACCP)

Work Environment

• Meat processing facility with high-speed production lines

• Cold, wet, and noisy conditions

• Exposure to raw meat products

• Required PPE: gloves, ear protection, steel-toe boots, protective clothing

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity for career growth and skill development

• Hands-on training with experienced maintenance professionals

• Stable, essential industry

• Competitive compensation and overtime opportunities
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