Maintenance Technician – Manufacturing Equipment

We're hiring an Industrial Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot, repair, and improve high-speed production equipment in a food packaging environment. This role is ideal for an experienced technician with strong electrical and mechanical skills, including PLCs, control systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, and preventive maintenance while helping us maintain high standards for GMP, SQF, sanitation, and food packaging safety. Preferences for 2nd and 3rd shift candidates.

Pay rate: $29.00 – $31.00. Team members working the Night Shift will qualify for an additional .75 cents per hour shift differential.

Training for this role is expected to take approximately 3 to 6 months on first shift. Regular schedule is Sunday through Thursday 11:00pm to 7:00am.

• Hands‑on role supporting critical production equipment and facility operations.
• Opportunity to troubleshoot, repair, and improve a wide range of electrical, electronic, and mechanical systems.
• Exposure to equipment upgrades, machine modifications, and capital projects.
• A safety‑focused environment with strong quality and food packaging standards.

• Perform electrical, electronic, and mechanical maintenance on production and auxiliary equipment.
• Troubleshoot breakdowns and repair equipment to restore safe, effective operation.
• Complete corrective and preventive maintenance work orders on schedule.
• Support machine modifications, equipment upgrades, and capital improvement projects.
• Assist with the development of preventive maintenance programs for new and rebuilt equipment.
• Help integrate electrical control systems for new or rebuilt machinery and process improvements.
• Maintain compliance with GMP, SQF, OSHA, National Electric Code, NFPA, and company safety standards.
• Work professionally with team members to resolve issues and support continuous improvement.

• Associate degree in Electro‑Mechanical Technology, Industrial Electronics, or a related field and 2+ years of industrial maintenance experience, or 6+ years of progressively responsible industrial maintenance experience.
• Ability to safely use hand tools and electronic test equipment.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and PLC ladder logic programs.
• Knowledge of PLCs, digital and analog servo systems, and electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Office and using computers for machine control testing.
• Experience with soldering, ARC welding, and MIG welding is preferred.
• Strong communication skills, ability to work with minimal supervision, and a safety‑first mindset including LOTO and PPE practices.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English and operate motorized vehicles such as forklifts and elevated platforms.

If you’re a hands‑on problem solver with strong industrial maintenance experience and a commitment to safety, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to join our team.

Placon employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre‑employment drug test, basic physical, background check, educational verification, and reference checks (as applicable).

Placon requires that employees have and maintain authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In general, Placon does not sponsor candidates for non‑immigrant visas or permanent residency unless based on business need.

Placon is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristics.

This role requires the ability to work through differing perspectives and resolve conflict in a respectful and professional manner consistent with The Placon Way.