Industrial Maintenance Technician - Food Processing

Case Farms, Inc.; Shelby (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Case Farms, Inc. in Shelby, NC is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician to support and maintain production equipment, troubleshoot issues, and perform repairs to maximize uptime.

You will carry out scheduled downtime maintenance, interpret technical manuals and schematics, use mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic skills, and work with diverse teams to ensure safety, GMPs, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associates preferred.
• 1 year of maintenance experience in manufacturing is required; food processing is a plus.
• Working knowledge of mechanical systems, electrical wiring, pneumatics, hydraulics, and plumbing.
• Experience repairing heavy industrial equipment.
• Strong problem-solving and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Self-motivated with commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Partner with operations to support equipment troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance.
• Perform scheduled maintenance tasks during production downtime to ensure optimal equipment performance.
• Utilize mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic skills to troubleshoot and repair production equipment.
• Diagnose equipment issues, determine root causes, and implement effective repairs or part replacements.
• Minimize equipment-related production downtime through proactive and responsive maintenance.
• Respond promptly to production line calls and perform emergency repairs during operational hours.
• Interpret technical manuals, schematics, and work orders to complete maintenance tasks accurately.
• Assist with general facility maintenance, including carpentry, plumbing, and infrastructure repairs.
• Identify and report faulty operations, defective materials, and unusual situations to supervision.
• Adhere to all company policies, safety regulations, GMPs, and standard operating procedures.

Skills

Multitask

Manufacturing familiarity

Attendance & punctuality

Communication skills

Stress management

Education

High School or better

Job description

Case Farms, Inc. in Shelby, NC is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician to support and maintain production equipment, troubleshoot issues, and perform repairs to maximize uptime.

You will carry out scheduled downtime maintenance, interpret technical manuals and schematics, use mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic skills, and work with diverse teams to ensure safety, GMPs, and continuous improvement.