Food Plant Maintenance Tech II – Automation & Safety

Catallia Mexican Foods; Eagan (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Catallia Mexican Foods in Minnesota is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician II to troubleshoot, service, repair, and adjust automated equipment and building systems. This role supports a safe, productive work environment and collaborates with the maintenance team to keep production lines running smoothly.

This hands-on position requires strong electrical and mechanical skills, familiarity with PLCs, VFDs, and PanelView/HMI systems, and the ability to work with outside contractors.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1-2 year technical certification in maintenance mechanics, electricity, electronics or 3-4 years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Experience in a food production or bakery environment is a big plus.
• Experience in building and automating equipment with a high mechanical aptitude.
• Experience with automated food processing equipment (preferred).
• TIG welding skills required and troubleshooting mechanical and electrical controls with voltmeter, sensors, motors, etc.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to a predictive and preventative maintenance program to improve production efficiency and machine time availability (Robotics, Automated Processing Equipment, HVAC, Refrigeration).
• Regularly inspect plant facilities and equipment to support effective operation.
• Occasionally communicate and work with outside contractors.
• Maintain safety for food and teammate safety issues and keep area organized.
• Communicate needs to maintenance team and ensure clarity across shifts.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

Electrical systems

VFDs

PanelView/HMI

Basic electrical tasks

Robotics

Education

High school diploma

Technical Certification in maintenance

3-4 years industrial maintenance experience

Tools

TIG welding

Volt meter

Job description

Catallia Mexican Foods in Minnesota is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician II to troubleshoot, service, repair, and adjust automated equipment and building systems. This role supports a safe, productive work environment and collaborates with the maintenance team to keep production lines running smoothly.

This hands-on position requires strong electrical and mechanical skills, familiarity with PLCs, VFDs, and PanelView/HMI systems, and the ability to work with outside contractors.