Lead Maintenance Technician - Food Processing Plant

American Foods Group, LLC; Wright City (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health, dental, vision benefits

401k and retirement plan

PTO

Job summary

America's Heartland Packing is seeking a Lead Person for maintenance in a large, upcoming facility opening in early 2025. The role will lead up to five team members, oversee daily PMs, and drive mechanical projects to keep lines operating reliably.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to read work orders and communicate in English. Forklift/PIT experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of general maintenance and machine systems.
• Ability to operate forklifts or powered industrial trucks (PIT).
• Read, write and communicate in English; follow work orders and translate manuals.

Responsibilities

• Lead up to 5 team members to perform daily tasks and paperwork.
• Implement mechanical and engineering projects.
• Ensure all daily PMs and paperwork are completed.
• Keep production lines in good mechanical order.
• Aid other teams as needed.
• Follow GMPs and safety practices.
• Set up machinery, inspect, test, and tear down equipment.
• Detect malfunctions and discuss repairs with supervisors.
• Dismantle and install parts; clean and lubricate machinery.

Skills

General maintenance

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Electrical systems

Electronic systems

Welding (TIG/STICK)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational/Technical diploma or associate degree

Job description

America's Heartland Packing is seeking a Lead Person for maintenance in a large, upcoming facility opening in early 2025. The role will lead up to five team members, oversee daily PMs, and drive mechanical projects to keep lines operating reliably.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to read work orders and communicate in English. Forklift/PIT experience is preferred.