Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Tech III - Night Shift

CJ Schwan's; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 46,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

PTO 2 weeks

Paid holidays

401k match

Health plans

Disability insurance

Dental plans

Vision plans

Job summary

CJ Schwan's is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to lead preventive maintenance and repair across conveyor systems and production equipment in a food manufacturing setting.

You will diagnose mechanical issues, perform welding and fabrication to food-safe standards, and train production teams on best practices to minimize downtime and maintain safety protocols. This full-time role offers growth potential and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED; 2-year maintenance trade degree preferred.
• 5+ years related experience in maintenance.
• Experience with high-speed manufacturing equipment and welding.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Lead preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of conveyor systems and production machinery to ensure continuous, efficient plant operations.
• Execute major equipment repairs, fabrication, construction, and installation projects, including welding to food-safe standards and precise mechanical assembly.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical issues through detailed inspection, use of precision measuring tools, and interpretation of mechanical schematics.
• Fabricate and maintain critical plant components such as guards, doors, steps, shafts, and mounting brackets using lathes, metal sheers, benders, and welding equipment.
• Provide training and guidance to production teams on maintenance best practices to reduce downtime and ensure compliance with safety and operational protocols.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Machinery repair

Welding

CNC knowledge

Safety awareness

Education

HS diploma/GED

2-year trades degree

Tools

CNC programming

Shop equipment

Job description

CJ Schwan's is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to lead preventive maintenance and repair across conveyor systems and production equipment in a food manufacturing setting.

You will diagnose mechanical issues, perform welding and fabrication to food-safe standards, and train production teams on best practices to minimize downtime and maintain safety protocols. This full-time role offers growth potential and a comprehensive benefits package.