3rd Shift Maintenance Technician — Sign-On Bonus

Stryker Corporation; Franklin (MA); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential $1.50/hr (2nd/3rd)

Sign-on bonus ~$1,500

Excellent benefits

Great growth opportunities

Job summary

Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America is seeking a 2nd/3rd shift Maintenance Technician to perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on production equipment. This role requires strong mechanical and electrical skills and the ability to work with limited supervision while supporting safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting complex issues, reading schematics, and supporting new equipment installations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Trade/technical school training in electrical, PLC/HMI, mechanical, welding, refrigeration, plumbing, etc. is preferred.
• 2–4 years of maintenance experience (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic, PLC, HVAC) in manufacturing is preferred.
• Experience with industrial equipment including material handling, motor/relay/process controls, lubrication, cleaning, and packaging systems.
• Ammonia refrigeration experience preferred.
• Multi-Craft mechanical experience preferred.
• Certifications/licenses must be obtained as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned, unplanned, and emergency maintenance and repairs on production, processing, packaging, and utility equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and routine inspections to ensure equipment reliability.
• Read and interpret technical procedures, schematics, manuals, and work orders.
• Support installation and startup of new equipment.
• Assist operators with training and troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
• Complete and document work orders accurately, timely, and per SOPs.
• Use hand tools, power tools, meters, and material handling equipment safely.
• Communicate with operations, maintenance, and management regarding equipment issues.
• Maintain compliance with GMPs, food safety, quality, sanitation, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain a safe work environment per health and safety regulations.
• Support continuous improvement and stay current with new equipment and technologies.
• Anticipate parts needs and obtain materials as required.

Skills

Maintenance

Mechanical aptitude

Reading schematics

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade/technical schooling (electrical, PLC/HMI, mechanical, welding, refrigeration, plumbing)

2–4 years maintenance experience

Industrial equipment experience

Ammonia refrigeration experience

Multi-Craft mechanical experience

Certifications/licences required

Job description

Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America is seeking a 2nd/3rd shift Maintenance Technician to perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on production equipment. This role requires strong mechanical and electrical skills and the ability to work with limited supervision while supporting safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting complex issues, reading schematics, and supporting new equipment installations.