Electromechanical Technician (Nights) - $2,500 Sign-On Bonus!

Shamrock Foods Company; Verona (VA); On-site; USD 37,195 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Profit sharing

Paid time off

Education and wellness programs

Job summary

Shamrock Foods Company in Verona, VA is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to service and repair automation equipment. The role covers electrical and mechanical systems with a focus on preventive maintenance to maximize uptime.

You will troubleshoot PLCs (Allen-Bradley preferred), servo motors, and VFDs, document findings, and support continuous improvement while flexibly covering shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed. Excellent safety practices are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience with low and high voltage electrical systems.
• Strong troubleshooting expertise in: Rotary fillers and filling systems; Packaging equipment (conveyance, case packing, palletizing, etc.); Processing systems (pumps, valves, heat exchangers, etc.).
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair: PLCs (Allen-Bradley preferred); Servo systems and VFDs.
• Proven ability to diagnose issues across electrical, mechanical, and control systems.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.
• Comfortable using computers and maintenance systems (CMMS experience a plus).
• Flexible to support shift work, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Physically capable of working in an industrial environment, including frequent reaching (31–77 inches).

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair a wide range of high-speed manufacturing and automation equipment
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to maximize uptime and equipment reliability
• Utilize diagnostic tools to troubleshoot, analyze, and proactively identify potential failures
• Disassemble equipment to access and resolve mechanical and electrical issues
• Inspect components to identify wear, misalignment, and performance gaps
• Repair or replace defective parts with a focus on root‑cause resolution
• Support continuous improvement efforts to enhance equipment performance and efficiency
• Maintain accurate documentation of work performed and findings
• Demonstrate consistent attendance and reliability
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support plant operations

Skills

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Troubleshooting

PLC

Servo & VFDs

CMMS

Communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Shift flexibility

Industrial maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Diagnostic tools

Maintenance CMMS

Job description

$27–$40/hour base pay (based on experience), plus $2.00/hour shift differential for night shifts.

Sign‑On Bonus: $2,500

Location: Verona, VA

Responsible for maintaining electrical and mechanical systems on all automation equipment, troubleshooting issues, and implementing corrective and preventative measures while following work‑safe practices, GMP, required PPE, confined space safety, chemical handling, and fall restraints.

Essential Duties

• Maintain and repair a wide range of high‑speed manufacturing and automation equipment
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to maximize uptime and equipment reliability
• Utilize diagnostic tools to troubleshoot, analyze, and proactively identify potential failures
• Disassemble equipment to access and resolve mechanical and electrical issues
• Inspect components to identify wear, misalignment, and performance gaps
• Repair or replace defective parts with a focus on root‑cause resolution
• Support continuous improvement efforts to enhance equipment performance and efficiency
• Maintain accurate documentation of work performed and findings
• Demonstrate consistent attendance and reliability
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support plant operations

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
• Hands‑on experience with low and high voltage electrical systems
• Strong troubleshooting expertise in:
  • Rotary fillers and filling systems
  • Packaging equipment (conveyance, case packing, palletizing, etc.)
  • Processing systems (pumps, valves, heat exchangers, etc.)
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair:
  • PLCs (Allen‑Bradley preferred)
  • Servo systems and VFDs
• Proven ability to diagnose issues across electrical, mechanical, and control systems
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross‑functionally
• Comfortable using computers and maintenance systems (CMMS experience a plus)
• Flexible to support shift work, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Physically capable of working in an industrial environment, including frequent reaching (31–77 inches)

Physical Demands

• Regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds
• Regularly stand; walk; stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, or crawl
• Ability to reach and handle objects, tools, or controls

Benefits include health insurance coverage, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, profit sharing, paid time off, and opportunities for continued education and wellness programs.

Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other basis protected by applicable law.