Industrial Reliability & Equipment Performance Specialist

HireNow Staffing; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 38,572 - 49,593; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Overtime opportunities

PPE provided

Job summary

HireNow Staffing is recruiting an Industrial Reliability & Equipment Performance Specialist for a client partner in Phoenix, Arizona. This onsite role targets a seasoned maintenance professional who thrives in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment where equipment reliability and preventive maintenance drive production success.

The selected candidate will support continuous manufacturing operations by maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving production equipment while

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of industrial maintenance experience in manufacturing or production environments.
• Strong understanding of preventive maintenance and equipment troubleshooting.
• Working knowledge of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Experience reading blueprints and technical documentation.
• Ability to operate basic computer software and document maintenance activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment.
• Support TPM and RCM initiatives to maximize equipment performance.
• Diagnose equipment failures, identify root causes, and complete repairs.
• Document work orders, maintenance logs, and production support reports.
• Execute scheduled preventive maintenance with minimal downtime.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, quality, and maintenance teams.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)

Blueprints/technical docs

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Maintenance software

Microsoft Teams

MS Office

Job description

Industrial Reliability & Equipment Performance Specialist

Company: HireNow Staffing (Direct Placement Partner)

HireNow Snapshot

HireNow Staffing is actively recruiting an Industrial Reliability & Equipment Performance Specialist to join one of our valued client partners in Phoenix, Arizona. This onsite opportunity is ideal for a highly skilled maintenance professional who thrives in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment where equipment reliability, preventive maintenance, and operational efficiency are essential to production success.

The selected candidate will support continuous manufacturing operations by maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving production equipment while contributing to preventive maintenance initiatives, equipment reliability programs, and continuous process improvement. This position requires flexibility to support a permanent third-shift schedule with overtime during peak production periods.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment.
• Support Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) initiatives to maximize equipment performance.
• Diagnose equipment failures, identify root causes, and complete effective repairs.
• Complete work orders, maintenance documentation, and production support reports accurately.
• Execute scheduled preventive maintenance activities while minimizing production downtime.
• Support continuous improvement projects that increase equipment reliability, safety, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and maintenance documentation.
• Maintain maintenance shops, equipment, and work areas in a clean and organized condition.
• Utilize company maintenance software and computer applications to document maintenance activities.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Lockout/Tagout procedures, and all state and federal safety requirements.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, quality, and maintenance teams to achieve operational goals.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and maintain a safe working environment.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of industrial maintenance experience supporting manufacturing or production equipment.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred; equivalent work experience accepted.
• Strong understanding of preventive maintenance and equipment troubleshooting.
• Working knowledge of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Experience working with valves, actuators, gaskets, seals, and HTST processing systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documentation.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office; Microsoft Teams experience is beneficial.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work a permanent third shift (9:00 PM–5:30 AM) with required overtime, weekends, and flexible scheduling during peak production periods.
• Ability to successfully complete a computer-based maintenance skills assessment during the interview process.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• U.S. citizens only.
• No employment sponsorship available now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous food, beverage, dairy, or consumer packaged goods manufacturing experience.
• Knowledge of electrical troubleshooting principles.
• PLC troubleshooting or programming experience.
• Experience working within TPM, RCM, Lean Manufacturing, or Continuous Improvement environments.
• Strong mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical troubleshooting abilities.
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Stable employment history demonstrating continued technical growth within industrial maintenance.

HireNow Package

• Compensation: $32.00 per hour.
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package available; overtime opportunities during peak production periods; professional development opportunities; company-provided PPE (excluding required steel-toe boots); and additional employer-sponsored benefits.
• Employment Type: Full-Time Contractor.
• Schedule: Permanent 3rd Shift (9:00 PM–5:30 AM); six-day workweeks during busy season; overtime and weekend work required as business demands.
• Work Location: 100% Onsite – Phoenix, Arizona. Applicants must currently reside within commuting distance of Phoenix, Arizona.
• Applicant Requirements: U.S. citizens only. No employment sponsorship available now or in the future.
• Hiring Need: Immediate Opening.

HireNow Checklist

HireNow Staffing is recruiting an Industrial Reliability & Equipment Performance Specialist who demonstrates the following:

• Possesses at least five years of industrial maintenance experience supporting manufacturing operations.
• Demonstrates strong troubleshooting skills involving mechanical, electrical, and production equipment.
• Understands preventive maintenance, TPM, RCM, and equipment reliability principles.
• Reads blueprints and technical documentation accurately.
• Maintains safe work practices while following GMP and Lockout/Tagout requirements.
• Works effectively across production, engineering, quality, and maintenance teams.
• Is available for permanent third-shift work with overtime and weekend scheduling.
• Resides within commuting distance of Phoenix, Arizona.
• Meets all required qualifications while demonstrating multiple preferred qualifications.

HireNow Standout Candidates

Candidates will receive the strongest consideration if they demonstrate:

• Extensive food or beverage manufacturing maintenance experience.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting and PLC knowledge.
• Experience improving equipment reliability and production efficiency.
• Success supporting preventive maintenance and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Excellent documentation, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Proven ability to work independently while supporting high-volume manufacturing operations.
• Stable employment history demonstrating continued technical advancement and increasing maintenance responsibilities.

HireNow Disqualifiers

The following will prevent candidates from moving forward in the hiring process:

• Jumpy resumes will not be accepted or interviewed.
• Less than five years of industrial manufacturing maintenance experience.
• No knowledge of preventive maintenance or Lockout/Tagout procedures.
• Inability to work permanent third shift, weekends, or required overtime.
• Inability to lift up to 50 pounds or safely work in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Applicants requiring employment sponsorship now or in the future.
• Applicants who do not currently reside within commuting distance of Phoenix, Arizona.
• Candidates who do not meet the core qualifications required for this position.

HireNow Staffing Disclaimer

HireNow Staffing is acting as a direct placement partner for this Industrial Reliability & Equipment Performance Specialist opportunity. All candidate information is handled confidentially and evaluated against defined requirements. This job description outlines the general scope of responsibilities and qualifications. Duties may evolve based on client needs and business growth. Only candidates meeting the core qualifications will be considered for interview. Client-specific information will be shared only with qualified candidates during the interview process.

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