2nd Shift Automation & Machinery Maintenance Tech

J&J Snack Foods; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 54,080 - 62,400; Full time

Job summary

J&J Snack Foods in Paducah, KY is seeking a Production Maintenance Technician to maintain and repair production equipment, systems, and utilities. The role involves hands-on troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and coordinating with the maintenance team to keep line performance optimal.

The position requires at least 5 years in maintenance or service, automation experience, ability to lift 55 lbs, and a valid driver’s license. Travel is about 10% and on-call shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years working as a maintenance or service technician.
• Minimum of 2 years experience working on or with automation controls equipment
• Strong demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to lift 55 lbs or more on a regular basis.
• Must be able to work at heights and attain scissor lift and boom lift qualifications
• Valid driver’s license with an excellent driving record.
• There will be a 60-day training/qualifying period
• Ability to pass a Background Check.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, adjust, maintain, repair, and troubleshoot operation systems and components.
• Interface with plant CMMS to track asset material condition and parts inventory.
• Work with the Maintenance Supervisor on all projects to ensure they are completed properly and safely.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and operate plant automation systems including but not limited to: Variable Frequency Drives; Single and three phase motors; PLCs; Servo motors and drives; Analog and digital I/O including 4-20mA and 0-10V control signals; AC and DC control systems; Pneumatic control systems; Gearboxes, conveyors, and associated control systems; Serial and Ethernet based communication protocols.
• Operation of Maintenance equipment (e.g., tools, testing equipment, and meters.)
• Perform service calls on production equipment (All equipment needed to run Pre-Pack, Bulk, Cups, Sanitation, and Batching)
• Demonstrate the ability to read and understand wiring diagrams and electrical drawings.
• Be available for an on-call schedule to include days, nights, and weekends on a rotational basis with other team members if needed.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Automation controls

Reading wiring diagrams

Communication skills

Safety compliance

Job description

J&J Snack Foods in Paducah, KY is seeking a Production Maintenance Technician to maintain and repair production equipment, systems, and utilities. The role involves hands-on troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and coordinating with the maintenance team to keep line performance optimal.

The position requires at least 5 years in maintenance or service, automation experience, ability to lift 55 lbs, and a valid driver’s license. Travel is about 10% and on-call shifts may be required.