Food Plant Maintenance & Uptime Specialist

Wald Family Foods; Burlington (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage + overtime opportunities

Paid time off and holidays

Opportunities for training and certification

Job summary

A food production company in Burlington, Iowa is seeking a skilled Food Manufacturing Maintenance Technician to perform maintenance, troubleshoot, and repair equipment. This full-time role involves ensuring compliance with food safety standards and requires 3+ years of experience in food manufacturing. The ideal candidate should have strong mechanical and electrical systems knowledge and excellent communication skills. Attractive benefits include competitive pay, paid time off, and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of maintenance experience in food manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical manuals.
• Basic computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventative maintenance on food processing equipment.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot various mechanical and electrical issues.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.

Skills

Mechanical systems knowledge

Electrical controls understanding

Time management

Communication skills

Ability to work flexible hours

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in industrial maintenance

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Precision measuring instruments

Job description

A food production company in Burlington, Iowa is seeking a skilled Food Manufacturing Maintenance Technician to perform maintenance, troubleshoot, and repair equipment. This full-time role involves ensuring compliance with food safety standards and requires 3+ years of experience in food manufacturing. The ideal candidate should have strong mechanical and electrical systems knowledge and excellent communication skills. Attractive benefits include competitive pay, paid time off, and career advancement opportunities.