Electro Mechanical Technician

AllSTEM Connections; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

AllSTEM Connections is seeking an Electro-Mechanical Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair processing and packaging equipment at a high-volume food facility. You will support multiple systems from pasta processing to filling and labeling, performing diagnostics and preventive maintenance to maximize uptime.

The role requires strong mechanical skills, electrical knowledge up to 480V, and experience with PLCs.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years industrial maintenance experience, preferably in food or beverage manufacturing.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Working knowledge of electrical systems ranging from 24V to 480V, including motors and controls.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve equipment issues in a fast-paced production environment.
• Experience working in washdown and sanitary manufacturing environments.
• Experience with liquid processing and filling systems preferred.
• Familiarity with PLC troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Beckhoff) preferred.
• Experience with thermal systems such as steam kettles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair processing and packaging equipment including sauce kettles, mixers, pumps, conveyors, and pasta equipment.
• Execute preventative maintenance and sanitation-related rebuilds.
• Diagnose electrical and control issues involving motors, sensors, relays, VFDs, and PLC I/O.
• Read electrical schematics, P&IDs, and mechanical drawings.
• Maintain accurate records in CMMS.
• Adhere to GMP, food safety, and safety standards.
• Support line changeovers and product transitions with minimal downtime.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Electrical knowledge

PLC troubleshooting

Sanitary / washdown

Reading schematics

Maintenance planning

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Siemens PLCs

Beckhoff PLCs

Job description

The Electro-Mechanical Technician will maintain, troubleshoot, and repair processing and packaging equipment in a high-volume food manufacturing facility producing sauces and flat pasta products. This individual will support equipment across mixing, cooking, pumping, filling, packaging, and pasta processing operations. The technician will perform mechanical and electrical diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and emergency repairs to ensure maximum uptime, reliability, and overall plant performance. This role works directly with plant operations and may be called upon to respond urgently to production or equipment issues as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair equipment including sauce kettles, mixers, and cook systems; pumps, valves, and piping systems; filling and packaging equipment for cups, jars, and pouches; conveyors and labeling systems; and pasta processing equipment such as mixers, sheeters, pasteurizers, and dryers.
• Execute preventative maintenance and sanitation-related rebuilds, including seals, gaskets, and bearings.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical and control issues involving motors, sensors, relays, VFDs, and PLC I/O.
• Drive line changeovers, startups, and product transitions with minimal disruption.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and mechanical drawings.
• Troubleshoot pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Act with urgency to minimize downtime and escape issues before they impact productions.
• Maintain accurate work records in CMMS.
• Adhere to all GMP, food safety, and safety standards.

Education and Qualifications

• 3-5 years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in food or beverage manufacturing
• Strong mechanical aptitude with proven hands-on troubleshooting skills.
• Working knowledge of electrical systems ranging from 24V to 480V, including motors and controls
• Ability to diagnose and resolve equipment issues in a fast-paced production environment
• Experience working in washdown and sanitary manufacturing environments
• Experience with liquid processing and filling systems, including sauce, dairy, or beverage operations preferred
• Familiarity with PLC troubleshooting, including Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or Beckhoff systems preferred
• Experience with thermal systems, including steam systems and kettles preferred