Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Jobot; Minerva (OH); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot seeks an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic in Minerva, OH for an on-site, permanent role. The position offers $32–$38 per hour and requires hands-on maintenance of processing and packaging equipment, including conveyors and PLC-controlled systems.

The ideal candidate will read schematics up to 480V, troubleshoot Allen-Bradley and Siemens PLCs, and perform preventive maintenance. Experience with MIG/TIG welding is a plus and a direct-hire opportunity is available.

Qualifications

• 3+ years hands-on industrial maintenance experience including mechanical repair and electrical troubleshooting.
• Experience reading electrical schematics and diagnosing faults up to 480V.
• Hands-on troubleshooting with PLC-controlled equipment (Allen-Bradley or Siemens).

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair processing and packaging equipment, including conveyors, pumps, drives, and packaging machinery.
• Read electrical schematics to isolate faults in panels up to 480V; diagnose motors and controls.
• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment to identify faults and support safe restarts.
• Maintain air compressors, hydraulic lifts, belts, and bearings; perform inspections and lubrication.
• Weld (MIG/TIG) and fabricate for equipment repairs as needed.
• Document repairs, parts used, and recurring failures in CMMS; coordinate with teams for service restart.
• Follow lockout/tagout, GMP, and plant food safety procedures.

Skills

Mechanical repair

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC troubleshooting

Conveyor maintenance

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

Job description

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

$32 - $38 per hour | Minerva, OH | On-site | Permanent

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic | $32–$38/hr + Applicable Shift Differential | Food Processing & Automated Packaging | 480V & Allen-Bradley/Siemens PLC Troubleshooting | Greater Canton, OH | Direct Hire

A bit about us:

Founded decades ago and based in the greater Canton area, we manufacture and package prepared foods in a high-volume production facility. We’re looking for a hands‑on Industrial Maintenance Mechanic who can trace a fault through a 480V panel, troubleshoot a packaging machine, and make the mechanical repairs that get production running again.

Why join us?

• Work across processing and packaging. Support the equipment that moves product from the processing area through wrapping and case packing.
• Use your electrical and mechanical skills on the same shift. Trace faults in motor circuits, diagnose PLC-controlled equipment, and repair the mechanical components that keep the line moving.
• Help prevent repeat breakdowns. Use work order history and what you find during repairs to flag recurring issues and improve preventive maintenance.

Job Details

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Troubleshoot and repair processing and packaging equipment, including conveyors, pumps, drives, and packaging machinery.
• Read electrical schematics to isolate faults in panels up to 480V. Diagnose issues with single-phase and three-phase motors, motor controls, and sensors.
• Troubleshoot Allen-Bradley and Siemens PLC-controlled equipment to identify faults and support safe restarts.
• Maintain air compressors, hydraulic lifts, belts, and bearings. Perform scheduled inspections, lubrication, and component replacement.
• Use MIG or TIG welding and basic fabrication for appropriate equipment repairs and shop projects.
• Document repairs, parts used, and recurring failures in the CMMS. Coordinate with production and sanitation before returning equipment to service.
• Follow lockout/tagout, GMP, and plant food safety procedures during maintenance and repairs.

Qualifications Needed

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of hands‑on industrial maintenance experience, including mechanical repair and electrical troubleshooting.
• Experience reading electrical schematics and diagnosing faults on equipment up to 480V.
• Hands‑on troubleshooting experience with Allen-Bradley or Siemens PLC-controlled machinery.
• Experience maintaining conveyors, motors, and automated production or packaging equipment.
• Ability to complete preventive maintenance and document repairs in a CMMS.
• Preferred: Food or beverage manufacturing experience, especially dairy or automated food packaging. Experience with thermoformers, slicers, or other PLC-controlled food equipment is relevant. MIG/TIG welding and fabrication are a plus.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.