2nd Shift Maintenance Tech FULL TIME

Herr Foods Inc.; East Nottingham Township (PA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Retention bonus

Job summary

Herr Foods Inc. in Nottingham, PA is searching for a qualified Maintenance Technician. This role involves repairing and maintaining machinery and equipment in a fast-paced environment and working cooperatively with team members.

The ideal candidate must be at least 18 years old, able to lift 50 pounds, and hold a valid driver's license. Benefits include health insurance, a 401(k) plan, and potential retention bonuses.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• One to three months of related mechanical experience and/or training.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair machinery and equipment.
• Coordinate with team members to diagnose problems.
• Perform preventive maintenance on machinery.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Forklift operation

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Ability to work in a noisy environment

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

PLC technology

Job description

Building a great career never tasted so good! Herr Foods Inc. is a privately owned salty snack food manufacturer and distributor based in Nottingham, PA with over 1600 employees. We have been committed for the last 75+ years to making our family business an enjoyable place to work.

Eligible for up to a $250.00 retention bonus!

We are currently seeking a qualified individual for our Maintenance Technician position, joining our Nottingham, PA team.

Schedule and Hours

• Week A: Monday, Tuesday (off Wednesday) Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
• Week B: Monday (off Tuesday) Wednesday, Thursday (off Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
• Hours: 3pm – 1am
• Additional hours may be required due to business demands.

Benefits

• Full‑time benefit eligible with elective benefits including medical, dental, hearing and vision insurance
• Marathon Health Clinic on‑site healthcare provider
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation, holiday and sick time
• Paid employee referral program

Requirements for Employment

• Background check and pre‑employment drug screen completed
• Pre‑placement screening confirming ability to perform physical requirements of the position

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• One to three months of related mechanical experience and/or training
• Ability to work with latex gloves, airborne seasoning, cardboard dust, cleaning solutions, and hot water
• Ability to work in a noisy and fast‑paced environment
• Good balance on slippery surfaces
• Sustain concentration for up to 3 hours at a time
• Must have a valid driver’s license; forklift license or ability to obtain one within 90 days
• Must be able to operate motor vehicles, including a forklift
• Strong mechanical and electrical skills, knowledge of hand and power tools
• Ability to use PLC technology and Industrial Electronics preferred; must learn CMMS software
• Work cooperatively with maintenance and production personnel; occasional tight time constraints
• Must pass a job‑related assessment with a score of 70% or better; stable work history with good references
• Associate’s degree from a two‑year college or technical school, or six months to one year of related experience/training, or equivalent combination
• Must have the ability to read, write, understand, and speak English; interpret graphs, compute ratios and percentages

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair machinery, equipment, physical structures, pipe, and electrical systems in commercial or industrial establishments.
• Coordinate with team members to diagnose problems and repair equipment.
• Visually inspect and test machinery and equipment; perform preventive maintenance as required.
• Listen for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to detect malfunction.
• Dismantle defective machines and equipment and install new or repaired parts; repair equipment breakdowns in a timely and thorough manner.
• Cleans and lubricates shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery.
• Installs and repairs electrical apparatus, such as transformers and wiring, and electrical and electronic components of machinery and equipment.
• Repairs and maintains the physical structure of the establishment.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Herr Foods Inc. is a drug‑free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. M/F/Veterans/Disabilities.