Food Plant Maintenance Technician

Kroger; Hutchinson (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroger is seeking a maintenance mechanic to perform preventative maintenance, repairs, and inspections across plant equipment and facilities. You will use machine tools to fabricate parts, troubleshoot failures, and support continuous improvement initiatives to ensure Safety, Quality, Reliability (SQR) and Customer 1st outcomes.

You will operate safely, document tasks, and collaborate with teams to minimize downtime in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or desired.
• 2+ years of maintenance mechanic experience or relevant technical training/certification.
• GMP knowledge is a plus.
• Ability to work around ingredients and allergen-containing products.
• Strong attention to detail with accuracy and precision.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair machinery, equipment, structures, and piping/electrical systems in the facility.
• Set up and use machine tools to repair or fabricate parts.
• Troubleshoot issues and repair production and facility equipment for efficiency.
• Complete work orders and unplanned/emergency tasks as required.
• Maintain a clean and orderly maintenance area.
• Use maintenance systems to complete daily/weekly/monthly duties.
• Operate material handling equipment safely.
• Document work order information/completion.
• Support predictive and preventative maintenance programs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical

Welding & fabrication

Utilities

Basic PLCs

Team player

Urgency under downtime

Basic computer skills

Time management

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Kroger is seeking a maintenance mechanic to perform preventative maintenance, repairs, and inspections across plant equipment and facilities. You will use machine tools to fabricate parts, troubleshoot failures, and support continuous improvement initiatives to ensure Safety, Quality, Reliability (SQR) and Customer 1st outcomes.

You will operate safely, document tasks, and collaborate with teams to minimize downtime in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.