Lead Maintenance Technician — Food Plant & Conveyor Systems

CJ Schwan’s; Stilwell (OK); On-site; USD 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid time off

Health plans

Vision plans

401k with company match

Disability plans

Employee assistance program

Life insurance

Caregiving support

Job summary

CJ Schwan's is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to lead preventive maintenance and repairs for conveyor systems and production machinery in a food manufacturing facility. The role requires strong mechanical and electrical skills, plus experience with welding to food-safe standards.

The position offers a full-time schedule with opportunities for advancement and comprehensive benefits. Candidates should have 5+ years of related experience and be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; two-year degree in specialized maintenance trade preferred.
• 5+ years of related experience. Operating knowledge of machine shop related equipment, CNC programming and welding experience preferred.
• Advanced mechanical knowledge, electrical and basic to advanced building skills.
• Experience with high-speed manufacturing equipment.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Lead preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of conveyor systems and production machinery to ensure continuous, efficient plant operations.
• Execute major equipment repairs, fabrication, construction, and installation projects, including welding to food-safe standards and precise mechanical assembly.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical issues through detailed inspection, use of precision measuring tools, and interpretation of mechanical schematics.
• Fabricate and maintain critical plant components such as guards, doors, steps, shafts, sprockets, and mounting brackets using lathes, metal sheers, benders, and welding equipment.
• Provide training and guidance to production teams on maintenance best practices to reduce downtime and ensure compliance with safety and operational protocols.

Skills

Maintenance

Mechanical knowledge

Troubleshooting

Welding

CNC programming

Electrical

Safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Two-year maintenance trade degree

Tools

Lathes

Metal shears

Benders

Welding equipment

Precision measuring tools

Job description

CJ Schwan's is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to lead preventive maintenance and repairs for conveyor systems and production machinery in a food manufacturing facility. The role requires strong mechanical and electrical skills, plus experience with welding to food-safe standards.

The position offers a full-time schedule with opportunities for advancement and comprehensive benefits. Candidates should have 5+ years of related experience and be able to lift up to 50 lbs.