Industrial Maintenance Technician, Packaging & Process Equipment

McCormick Spices & Seasoning; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

French’s Food Company is hiring an Industrial Maintenance Technician for our Springfield, MO plant. You will perform complex mechanical work and electrical troubleshooting, including PLC/Ladder Logic/HMI tasks, to keep packaging and processing equipment safe and efficient.

You will join a team that reduces downtime, conducts preventive actions, and coaches junior technicians while adhering to safety and GMP standards. The role involves 12‑hour shifts with occasional overtime and on‑call duties.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of industrial maintenance experience.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Knowledge of CMMS and Microsoft Office.
• Eligible to become a certified forklift operator.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex mechanical work and intermediate electrical troubleshooting, including basic PLC/Ladder Logic/HMI tasks.
• Conduct breakdown analysis; implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Carry out planned/unplanned maintenance on production and facilities assets; complete basic-to-major equipment rebuilds and precise adjustments.
• Read and apply schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
• Serve on the emergency brigade for fires, searches, and/or evacuations as required.
• Report food safety concerns promptly to site leadership.
• Complete additional duties as assigned to meet operational needs.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

PLC basics

Schematic reading

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

Technical degree or certificate in industrial maintenance

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join our maintenance team powering iconic brandsThe French's Food Company (part of McCormick & Company, Inc.) is hiring a full-time Industrial Maintenance Technician for our Springfield, MO plant. This role reports to the Maintenance Manager and is central to keeping our packaging and processing equipment safe, reliable, and efficient.Why this role mattersReduce unplanned downtime through proactive preventive and predictive maintenance.Boost reliability by executing mechanical/electrical repairs and major rebuilds.Strengthen the team by coaching Production Technicians and junior Maintenance Technicians.Protect our people and products through rigorous adherence to safety and GMP standards.What you’ll doPerform complex mechanical work and intermediate electrical troubleshooting, including basic PLC/Ladder Logic/HMI tasks.Conduct breakdown analysis; implement corrective and preventive actions.Carry out planned/unplanned maintenance on production and facilities assets; complete basic-to-major equipment rebuilds and precise adjustments.Read and apply schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.Serve on the emergency brigade for fires, searches, and/or evacuations as required.Report food safety concerns promptly to site leadership.Complete additional duties as assigned to meet operational needs.Schedule and compensationNow hiring for: C Shift — Sunday–Tuesday 7PM–7AM; Wednesday 7PM–1AM; or D Shift — Thursday 1AM–7AM; Thursday–Saturday 7PM–7AM.$1.50 shift differential.Rotating 12-hour shifts; hours can vary. Must be available for any shift as needs evolve.Overtime may be required daily and on weekends, sometimes with minimal notice.Required qualificationsHigh school diploma, GED, or equivalent.3–5 years of industrial maintenance experience.Strong written and verbal communication; promotes teamwork and constructive discussions.Technical breadth: basic mechanical and electrical skills; breakdown analysis; basic/major rebuilds; troubleshooting; advanced equipment adjustments; fabrication; maintenance for production and facility equipment.Accountability, adaptability, and a collaborative mindset with demonstrated process-improvement and leadership ability.Analytical approach to resolving diverse equipment and system problems.Physical and environmental: lift up to 10 lbs up to 70% of the time and up to 50 lbs as needed; work in non-weather heat up to 50% of the time.Mobility/height: maneuver around equipment; climb stairs/ladders; work up to 45 ft on material handling equipment.Eligible to become a certified forklift operator.Knowledge of CMMS and Microsoft Office; familiarity with planned maintenance practices.PAPR/Respirator may be required.PreferredTechnical degree or certificate in industrial maintenance.Basic PLC, Ladder Logic, and HMI experience.Core proficienciesHeavy Equipment Repair; Maintenance and Repair Skills; Equipment Repair & MaintenanceMechanical Troubleshooting; Equipment Diagnostics & Troubleshooting; Mechanical Systems & Component RepairElectrical Troubleshooting; 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems; Low Voltage Cabling Installation; Equipment Installation & WiringPneumatics Troubleshooting; Hydraulic Systems & Components; Fuel Systems; Powerhouse TroubleshootingWorkplace Safety & EHS Management; Lockout/Tagout (LOTO); Machine Safety Inspections; Equipment InstallationOSHA 10-Hour Certification (OSHA 10)Equipment & technologiesPackaging MachinesPower ToolsProgrammable Logic Controller (PLC)Who we areFrench’s generates more than $500 million in annual sales and has a proud legacy of crafting foods with simple, high-quality ingredients—from Classic Yellow Mustard to innovations like Frank’s RedHot. Explore more at www.frenchs.com.Legal and work authorizationFrench's is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.**As a general policy, French's does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future. **