1st Shift Maintenance Technician

Targeted Pet Treats, LLC; Warren (Warren County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Targeted Pet Treats in Warren, PA is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to support a food manufacturing facility. You’ll troubleshoot, repair and maintain mechanical, electrical, and HVAC systems, and ensure GMP/HACCP compliance. The role requires hands-on problem solving in a fast-paced environment and the ability to read blueprints and manuals.

Join a team focused on quality, safety, and operational excellence with opportunities for growth and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• 2+ years maintenance experience in manufacturing/industrial setting (food industry preferred).
• 5+ years of maintenance experience in comparable industry.
• Proficient in reading blueprints, schematics and technical manuals.
• Familiar with GMP/HACCP and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair production equipment including injection presses, conveyors, mixers, and packaging machinery.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Maintain and repair HVAC, chillers, dryers, and compressed air systems.
• Support sanitation and food safety compliance through equipment upkeep.
• Document maintenance activities using CMMS software.
• Collaborate with production and quality teams to ensure equipment meets standards.
• Follow up on maintenance tasks for adequate resolution with internal customers.

Skills

Mechanical systems knowledge

Electrical troubleshooting

PLCs

Pneumatics

Blueprints interpretation

Reading technical manuals

GMP/HACCP familiarity

Education

Trade school certification or technical training

Job description

Maintenance Technician - Food Manufacturing

Location: Targeted Pet Treats Warren, PA

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Etc

About Us

We are a leading food manufacturing facility committed to quality, safety, and operational excellence. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for an experienced Maintenance Technician to join our team and help keep our production running smoothly.

Job Summary

The Maintenance Technician will perform basic and advanced maintenance tasks across mechanical, electrical, and utility systems. This role is ideal for someone with a strong technical background in industrial maintenance, particularly within food processing environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair production equipment including injection presses, conveyors, mixers, and packaging machinery.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Maintain and repair HVAC, chillers, dryers, and compressed air systems.
• Support sanitation and food safety compliance through equipment upkeep.
• Document maintenance activities using CMMS software.
• Collaborate with production and quality teams to ensure equipment meets operational and regulatory standards.
• Follow up on maintenance task for adequate resolution with key internal customers.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting (food industry preferred). The ideal candidate has >5 years of comparable industry maintenance experience
• Knowledge of mechanical systems, electrical troubleshooting, PLCs, and pneumatics - required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals - required.
• Familiarity with GMP, HACCP, and food safety standards - preferred.
• Trade school certification or technical training is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Demands

• Climb ladders and ability to work at height
• Knowledge of OSHA/LOTO and ability to work in tight spaces.
• Push/Pull with force.
• Lift and move items >50 lbs.
• Change positions and stand repeatedly.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Stable, long-term opportunity in a growing company.
• Supportive team culture with leadership that values your expertise.
• Opportunities for training and advancement.
• Clean, safe, and well-maintained facility.
• Climate controlled environment!