13MNTTCH - Maintenance Tech

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc.; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. seeks a Maintenance Tech at the Joplin, MO plant to monitor, repair and maintain production equipment, and perform preventative maintenance on facility utilities.

You will setup and test equipment for startup and ensure machinery runs reliably with proper lubrication and timely repairs. You will contribute to a safe work environment, follow GMPs and SOPs, and collaborate with the Maintenance Planner, Team Leaders and Operators to optimize line start-up and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; some college coursework preferred.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems and components including chains, sprockets, gears, bearings and gear boxes.
• Previous Refrigeration experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair and maintain processing equipment (mechanical and electrical).
• Inspect, recognize potential problems and prevent component failure.
• Monitor machinery to minimize downtime and identify improvement opportunities.
• Schedule and develop routine and preventative maintenance with the Maintenance Planner.
• Assist Team Leaders and Operators with line startup and equipment adjustments.
• Perform building maintenance including carpentry, plumbing and painting.
• Follow all policies, GMPs and SOPs; promote a safe work environment.
• Weld and fabricate machinery when necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical systems knowledge

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

13MNTTCH - Maintenance Tech

US-MO-Joplin

Job ID: 2026-10220

Type: Regular Full-Time

# of Openings: 1

Joplin Plant

Overview

The Floor Mechanic will monitor, repair and maintain the plants' production equipment as well as perform maintenance on the facility and its utilities. Including, performing preventative maintenance tasks on assigned equipment, setting up and testing equipment for startup, and inspecting, lubricating and making necessary repairs to equipment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair and maintain processing equipment both mechanical and electrical
• Inspect, recognize potential problems, and take appropriate action to prevent component failure
• Monitor machinery to minimize unplanned downtime, anticipate solve problems in a timely manner, and identify opportunities for improvement
• Collaborate within the Maintenance Planner to schedule and develop routine and preventative maintenance schedules
• Assist Team Leaders and Machine Operators in efficient line start up and equipment adjustments
• Perform building maintenance and repairs as needed to include carpentry, plumbing, and painting
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, GMPs, and SOPs
• Work safely and promote a safe work environment
• Weld and fabricate machinery when necessary
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required. Some college coursework preferred.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems and components including chains, sprockets, gears, bushings, bearings, gear boxes and other moving parts
• Previous Refrigeration experience a plus
• Strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to work effectively with coworkers, supervisors and department managers required

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