Experienced Maintenance Technician

Trouw Nutrition; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k matching

Paid parental leave

Vacation time (80 hours) and 40 hours

Job summary

Trouw Nutrition in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform preventative and corrective maintenance on mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems. You will work with production teams and external contractors to minimize downtime while upholding HACCP safety practices.

The role requires self-motivation in a fast-paced plant environment, strong problem-solving, and a focus on equipment reliability and food safety.

Qualifications

• Experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Work with production teams and external contractors to minimize downtime and maintain safety standards.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Pumps

Hydraulics

PLC systems

Troubleshooting

Communication

Tools

P&ID diagrams

Electrical schematics

Blueprints

Job description

Job Description

Join Our Purpose - Feeding the Future

Role: Maintenance Technician

Location: 1550 Research Way, Selko – Indianapolis, Indiana

Hours: C - Weekend Day (6 am - 6 pm) Week 1: Fri/Sat/Sun, Week 2: Thurs/Fri/Sat/Sun

Vacancy Type: Replacement

Why join us

Get ready to Own your career as a Maintenance Technician at Trouw Nutrition, a Nutreco company. As global leaders in animal nutrition and aquafeed, our shared purpose of Feeding the Future is making a positive global impact for generations to come. Join us in this impactful role and help deliver the production of feed, in a sustainable way to a growing population.

Own your direction, Own your development and Own your path.

What You’ll Do

As a Maintenance Technician, you will embody Nutreco’s Own It mindset by taking full accountability for the equipment that supports our mission of feeding the world. You will perform preventative and corrective maintenance on a range of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems, using technical diagrams and strong troubleshooting skills to resolve issues independently. You will work closely with production teams and external contractors to minimize downtime while promoting a strong safety culture and ensuring strict adherence to HACCP standards. Through precision and ownership, you will play a key role in optimizing facility performance.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a skilled, self‑motivated Maintenance Technician who thrives in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment and takes pride in equipment reliability. You bring a strong mechanical background with hands‑on experience in pumps, hydraulics, and PLC systems, and can diagnose and resolve complex issues independently. You value safety, stay organized, and communicate effectively across teams. Comfortable in a physically demanding setting, you are committed to maintaining high quality and food safety standards and will contribute meaningfully to our purpose of feeding the world.

You’ll Also Need

• Industrial Maintenance Expertise: Proven experience in an industrialized manufacturing environment with a deep working knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems (up to 480), including pumps, valves, piping, and motors.
• Diagnostic & Analytical Proficiency: The ability to interpret complex technical documents—such as P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams), blueprints, and engineering specifications—to troubleshoot and resolve equipment malfunctions efficiently.
• Operational Independence: A self-starter mindset with the organizational skills to manage time and maintenance tasks independently, ensuring minimal production downtime without constant supervision.
• Safety & Quality Leadership: A disciplined commitment to safety protocols and HACCP procedures, with the confidence to ensure that all co‑workers and outside contractors adhere to these rigorous standards.
• Communication & Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills to effectively coordinate with production staff, engineers, and service technicians to solve problems and optimize facility performance.

What You’ll Receive

As part of Nutreco, you’ll be a member of the SHV family, a diverse group of companies with global footprint. Join us and you’ll gain access to a wide network of expertise and global career paths. You’ll also benefit from the backing of one of the world’s largest privately owned businesses, known for its stability and long‑term focus.

In addition, you’ll receive

• Competitive health benefits – Medical/Dental/Vision/HSA/FSA
• Disability and Life insurance
• 401k/IRA - Matching Programs
• Paid Parental Leave and Tuition Reimbursement
• 80 hours vacation time and 40 hours PTO and 2 Floating days
• Annual bonus or Sales bonus programs based on performance

Additional Information

AI Screening Disclosure: Nutreco does not use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated decision‑making tools to screen, assess, or select candidates at any stage of the recruitment process. All applications are reviewed directly by our Talent Acquisition team and hiring managers.

Background Check: Final candidates who are offered a position will be required to undergo a criminal background check and physical/drug testing.

Eligibility: Candidates applying to job openings must already be authorized to work independently in the country where the position is based. Employer sponsorship is not available for this role.

Employment Equity: We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from qualified individuals, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.

Accessibility: Nutreco is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive recruitment experience. Accommodations are available upon request at any stage of the hiring process. If you require support, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Pay Transparency Statement: Compensation for roles atNutrecovaries depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, education, and level of experience. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider the internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer.#SPSEL #Trouwnutrition