Industrial Maintenance Technician - Food Plant & PLC

Veteran Hiring Solutions; Roswell (NM); On-site; USD 44,964 - 50,585; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

401(k) with company match

Profit-sharing plan

Annual merit increases and bonus opportunities

Tuition assistance

Vacation, holidays, and dedicated sick time

Long-term career growth

$15K relocation assistance

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in Roswell, New Mexico, is seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure reliability and performance of production systems. This role involves diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues, executing preventative maintenance, and ensuring safety compliance. The ideal candidate has at least 4 years of industrial maintenance experience and strong skills in mechanical repair and PLC systems. Benefits include competitive pay, a 401(k), profit sharing, and relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in food manufacturing.
• 5–7 years of experience with PLC in an industrial environment.
• Experience with mechanical repair, welding, and industrial electricity.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical systems.
• Execute preventative maintenance and lead troubleshooting.
• Support 24/7 operational readiness and communication across teams.

Skills

Mechanical repair

Industrial electricity

Welding and fabrication

Allen Bradley PLC proficiency

Preventative maintenance documentation

Education

2-year technical degree in industrial maintenance

Tools

CMMS systems (SAP)

Job description

To ensure the reliability, safety, and performance of a high-volume manufacturing facility by maintaining and improving critical production systems. This role exists to prevent downtime, protect product quality, and sustain operational excellence in a fast-paced food production environment.

The Maintenance Technician is not simply repairing equipment. This role safeguards throughput, supports production teams, and strengthens plant performance through disciplined troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.

Performance Objectives (What Success Looks Like)

Mission

To ensure the reliability, safety, and performance of a high-volume manufacturing facility by maintaining and improving critical production systems. This role exists to prevent downtime, protect product quality, and sustain operational excellence in a fast-paced food production environment.

The Maintenance Technician is not simply repairing equipment. This role safeguards throughput, supports production teams, and strengthens plant performance through disciplined troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.

Performance Objectives (What Success Looks Like)

Maximize Equipment Uptime
Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and PLC-controlled systems to minimize unplanned downtime across pumps, valves, conveyors, gearboxes, and related equipment.

Execute Preventative Maintenance with Precision
Complete scheduled PM work orders through CMMS (SAP preferred), ensuring calibration, inspection, and documentation meet compliance standards.

Lead Electrical & Automation Troubleshooting
Troubleshoot and repair three-phase (480V/220V) systems, industrial controls, and Allen Bradley PLC/SLC programs to restore safe and efficient operations.

Strengthen Instrumentation & Controls Reliability
Calibrate plant instrumentation across various makes and specifications; update or reconstruct existing PLC programs when necessary.

Maintain Safety & Compliance Standards
Operate within GMP guidelines, adhere to PPE requirements, and safely handle hazardous materials in high-noise and temperature-variable environments.

Support 24/7 Operational Readiness
Communicate effectively across production and maintenance teams to ensure seamless shift transitions and rapid response to issues.

Ideal Fit Traits

• Mechanical and electrical systems thinker
  

• Independent decision-maker under pressure
  

• Strong troubleshooting mindset
  

• Detail-oriented with compliance discipline
  

• Team-oriented communicator across departments
  

• Comfortable working in physically demanding industrial environments
  

• Mission-first contributor who supports production continuity
  

Why This Role Matters

This position directly impacts plant safety, productivity, and long-term operational success. Every repair completed correctly protects the integrity of the production line and supports a team that feeds families across the country.

If you are a technician who takes ownership beyond the work order and believes equipment reliability is a mission—not a task—this role aligns with that purpose.

Requirements

Experience

• Must have served in the U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Space Force, U.S. Reserves, or U.S. National Guard.
  

• Minimum 4 years industrial maintenance experience (food manufacturing preferred)
  

• 5–7 years PLC experience in industrial environment preferred
  

• Advanced experience with CMMS systems (SAP a plus)
  

Technical Skills

• Mechanical repair (pumps, valves, conveyors, sprockets, gearboxes)
  

• Welding and fabrication
  

• Industrial electricity (three-phase systems)
  

• Allen Bradley PLC and SLC proficiency
  

• CAD drawing interpretation
  

• Instrument calibration
  

• Preventative maintenance documentation
  

Education

• 2-year technical degree in industrial maintenance or related discipline preferred
  

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Lift up to 55 lbs
  

• Climb stairs and ladders (vertical and inclined)
  

• Work overhead, kneeling, crawling, and in confined spaces
  

• Operate in high-noise and temperature-variable environments
  

• Work around chemical fumes and industrial hazards
  

• 24/7 manufacturing environment (days, nights, weekends, holidays, rotating shifts)
  
  
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage: $32.64 – $36.72
  

• 401(k) with company match
  

• Profit-sharing plan
  

• Annual merit increases and bonus opportunities
  

• Tuition assistance
  

• Vacation, holidays, and dedicated sick time
  

• Long-term career growth within a stable manufacturing environment
  

• $15K relocation assistance available
  

Work Environment & Standards

This facility operates with strict Good Manufacturing Practices and maintains a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment screening includes hair follicle drug testing and E-Verify participation. All roles require adherence to mandated Personal Protective Equipment standards.