Production Maintenance Technician

ZipRecruiter; Medina; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading food production company is seeking a Production Maintenance Technician to ensure machinery operates efficiently. The ideal candidate has a solid mechanical background, enjoys troubleshooting, and is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. This role offers competitive pay and benefits, including health insurance and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Employee discounts

Growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 2+ years of industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on food production machinery.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic issues quickly.
• Document maintenance work and collaborate with production staff.

Skills

Mechanical

Troubleshooting

Safety-first mindset

Job description

Job Description

Keep the Machines Running and the Flavor Flowing

At Sandridge Crafted Foods, we believe fresh food deserves top-tier craftsmanship—both in the kitchen and on the production floor. That’s where you come in. We’re looking for a hands-on, mechanically-minded, cool-under-pressure Production Maintenance Technician to join our team of behind-the-scenes pros who keep our systems humming, our equipment in check, and our production on point.

If you're the kind of person who enjoys solving puzzles, can spot a problem before it becomes one, and takes pride in keeping things running like a well-oiled machine, you’re exactly who we want on our crew.

Compensation:

$22 - $40 hourly

Responsibilities:

What You’ll Be Doing

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on a variety of food production machinery, systems, and equipment
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic issues quickly and effectively—downtime is your enemy, and you don’t let it win
• Respond to urgent maintenance calls and production interruptions with confidence and urgency
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and manuals
• Use tools of the trade to get things done right the first time
• Document maintenance work, part usage, and system updates to keep things organized and audit-ready
• Collaborate with production staff and leadership to ensure minimal disruption and maximum performance
• Maintain a safe, clean, and efficient workspace—you know that a tidy shop is a productive shop

Qualifications:

What We’re Looking For

• A solid mechanical background, ideally with 2+ years of industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience
• Working knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair motors, conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, and other food production equipment
• Comfortable with tools, ladders, lifts, and getting your hands dirty
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and on-call shifts when needed
• Safety-first mindset with knowledge of OSHA regulations and best practices
• Bonus points if you’ve worked in a food processing environment or have a maintenance certification, but attitude and skills matter most

About Company

Why You’ll LOVE Working Here:

• Competitive pay with the potential for extra earnings on select shifts
• Health, dental, and vision benefits – take care of yourself while you take care of the food
• 401(k) with company match — we’re thinking long-term for you!
• Paid time off & holidays – we know you need time to recharge
• Employee discounts – because who doesn’t love a good deal on delicious food?
• Growth opportunities – we love promoting from within, so your career here can go places
• A fun, high-energy culture where you’re not just a number — you’re part of a family!