Maintenance Mechanic

Actalent; Woodland (CA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays and paid time off

401(k) retirement plan with companycon

Career growth and advancementopportu n

Ongoing training and development

Employee wellness and safety programs

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for our Woodland, CA food manufacturing operation. You will perform preventative and corrective maintenance on a wide range of production and facility equipment, troubleshoot mechanical and basic electrical issues, and support safe, efficient production across shifts.

Ideal candidates have strong mechanical aptitude, experience with motors, conveyors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and welding (MIG/Stick), plus PLC basic troubleshooting.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude for industrial maintenance.
• Experience with motors, conveyors, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems (110V–480V).
• Ability to read schematics and technical documentation.
• Welding experience with MIG or Stick welding.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair production machinery to minimize downtime.
• Diagnose mechanical and basic electrical issues and implement fixes.
• Install and align new or upgraded equipment; perform fabrication as needed.
• Read schematics and technical docs to guide repairs.
• Assist with basic PLC troubleshooting to support automation.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and records.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to prioritize work.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Motors & conveyors

Hydraulics & pneumatics

Electrical systems 110V-480V

Schematics reading

Safe use of hand/power tools

Fabrication

Welding: MIG/Stick

Basic PLC troubleshooting

Shift flexibility

Industrial maintenance experience

Tools

MIG welding

Stick welding

PLC debugging

Diagnostics tools

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description

This role seeks an experienced Maintenance Mechanic to support a food manufacturing operation in Woodland by maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production and facility equipment. The Maintenance Mechanic helps minimize downtime, supports safe and efficient operations, and provides flexible coverage across different shifts based on operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on a wide range of manufacturing equipment to ensure reliable and efficient operation.
• Troubleshoot and repair production machinery and facility equipment to reduce downtime and maintain consistent output.
• Diagnose mechanical issues and basic electrical problems to quickly identify root causes and implement effective solutions.
• Work with motors, conveyors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and other production machinery in a food manufacturing environment.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems ranging from 110V to 480V using appropriate tools, schematics, and safety practices.
• Perform equipment installation, including mechanical setup, alignment, and testing of new or upgraded machinery.
• Carry out fabrication work such as cutting, forming, and assembling components to modify or improve equipment as needed.
• Complete MIG and Stick welding tasks when required to repair or reinforce equipment structures and components.
• Use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively to perform maintenance, repair, and fabrication activities.
• Read and interpret schematics, diagrams, and technical documentation to guide troubleshooting and repair work.
• Assist with PLC troubleshooting at a basic level to support automation systems and ensure proper equipment function.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, preventive maintenance logs, and repair documentation to support compliance and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with production and other maintenance team members to prioritize work orders and coordinate repairs with minimal impact on operations.
• Follow established safety procedures and best practices while working with mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

Essential Skills

• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands‑on experience in industrial maintenance.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing manufacturing equipment and facility systems.
• Experience working with motors, conveyors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and other production machinery.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems ranging from 110V to 480V using appropriate diagnostic tools.
• Skill in performing preventative maintenance to extend equipment life and prevent unplanned downtime.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Competence in using a variety of hand tools and power tools safely and effectively.
• Experience with MIG or Stick welding for equipment repair and fabrication.
• Fabrication skills, including cutting, forming, and assembling metal components.
• Basic PLC troubleshooting capabilities to support automated equipment.
• Flexibility to work day, swing, or graveyard shifts based on operational requirements.
• Background in industrial or manufacturing maintenance environments.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in food or beverage manufacturing environments is preferred.
• Experience working with packaging equipment and conveyor systems in a production setting.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain accurate maintenance records, PM logs, and repair documentation.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Effective communication skills to coordinate with production teams and other maintenance personnel.
• Commitment to safety and adherence to established safety procedures when working with mechanical and electrical systems.

Work Environment

The role is based in a food manufacturing facility in Woodland and involves working around production lines, packaging equipment, and conveyor systems. The Maintenance Mechanic works with motors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems from 110V to 480V, using a variety of hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, and fabrication tools. The position requires flexibility to work day, swing, or graveyard shifts depending on operational needs. The environment is fast‑paced and production‑focused, with an emphasis on safety, equipment reliability, and minimizing downtime. Team members follow established safety protocols and work collaboratively with production staff and other maintenance personnel to keep operations running smoothly.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Woodland, CA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $56160.00 - $62400.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution/match
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Ongoing training and development
• Employee wellness and safety programs

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Woodland, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Woodland,CA.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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