High-Speed Packaging Equipment Reliability Specialist

Torrey Holistics; McDonough (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Ken's Foods in McDonough, GA is seeking an experienced maintenance technician to keep high-speed packaging lines running. You will troubleshoot and repair automated packaging machinery, diagnose motors and controls, and perform pump, pneumatic, and hydraulic maintenance.

The role requires reading electrical schematics, handling PLCs/HMI/VFDs, and welding or fabricating as needed. A strong hands-on background and safety focus are essential for success on the plant floor.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of maintenance experience on packaging and process equipment.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and diagnose motors/controls.
• Proficiency with PLC troubleshooting and industrial automation.

Responsibilities

• Operate, troubleshoot, and repair automated packaging machinery.
• Service and rebuild pumps using pump theory.
• Apply pneumatic/hydraulic knowledge for reliability.
• Diagnose electrical power and control circuits (PLC/solid-state).
• Conduct machine safety inspections and support plant systems.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Schematic reading

PLC troubleshooting

Motion/controls (VFDs, HMIs)

Hydraulics and pneumatics

Welding (MIG/TIG/Stick)

Plumbing and carpentry basics

Troubleshooting motors and pumps

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MIG/TIG/Stick Welders

Plasma Cutter

Band Saw

Belt Sander

Manual Lathe

Manual Vertical Mill

Fanuc/Allen Bradley PLCs

HMI and VFDs

Vision Systems (Keyence, Banner)

Industrial robots (Fanuc)

Job description

Ken's Foods in McDonough, GA is seeking an experienced maintenance technician to keep high-speed packaging lines running. You will troubleshoot and repair automated packaging machinery, diagnose motors and controls, and perform pump, pneumatic, and hydraulic maintenance.

The role requires reading electrical schematics, handling PLCs/HMI/VFDs, and welding or fabricating as needed. A strong hands-on background and safety focus are essential for success on the plant floor.