Afternoon Maintenance Technician – Food Production Equipment

Armstrong Group; Lockhart (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company matching

Employee discounts

Paid holidays

Job summary

The Armstrong Group, including Ziegenfelder, is seeking a Maintenance Technician for the 2pm-10pm shift in Lockhart, TX. The role focuses on maintaining production equipment for quality output and ensuring readiness for scheduled runs.

Starting pay is $26.00 per hour with a 40-hour work week and days off as scheduled. The position includes benefits after 60 days and comprehensive safety requirements in line with OSHA standards.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent experience in industrial maintenance ideally in a food environment.
• 5+ years of experience in a Maintenance Technician role, preferably in the food manufacturing environment or equivalent/relevant experience.
• 3-5 years of experience in a food manufacturing environment highly preferred or equivalent/relevant experience.
• 2+ years of experience as a machinist, if applicable.
• Industrial electrical experience is preferred.
• Experience working with ammonia refrigeration is a plus.
• Ability to motivate in a fast-paced environment.
• Candidate must be flexible in working any shift available for this position.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring production equipment is set up and maintained to produce quality Ziegenfelder treats ready for delivery to customers.
• Preparing and configuring machinery for scheduled production runs.
• Troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, electronics (PLC’s), and hydraulic systems and providing immediate corrective maintenance support to production lines, conveyor belts, and ancillary production equipment.
• Checking and maintaining proper fluid levels in various pieces of equipment.
• Performing overhauls of existing production equipment.
• Completing daily checks of the ammonia refrigeration, boiler, and air systems.
• Inspecting and repairing various facility items as directed by your manager.
• Installing new production equipment.
• Reading and interpreting equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
• Complying with OSHA Safety and Health rules.
• This position is responsible for the food safety of our products.

Job description

The Armstrong Group, including Ziegenfelder, is seeking a Maintenance Technician for the 2pm-10pm shift in Lockhart, TX. The role focuses on maintaining production equipment for quality output and ensuring readiness for scheduled runs.

Starting pay is $26.00 per hour with a 40-hour work week and days off as scheduled. The position includes benefits after 60 days and comprehensive safety requirements in line with OSHA standards.