Maintenance Mechanic: PLC & Electrical (Flexible Shift)

Continental Mills Inc.

Manhattan (KS)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 76,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) match
Paid time off

Job summary

The Krusteaz Company is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to join our Manhattan team. This role focuses on reducing downtime by diagnosing mechanical issues, applying electrical and PLC expertise, and supporting production across multiple systems.

Strong candidates will have experience with motors, drives, pneumatic systems, and industrial maintenance software. A high school diploma and relevant trade training are preferred, with a willingness to work a flexible shift.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Experience using aerial work platforms and forklifts.
  • Food manufacturing experience is desired.
  • Exposure to Allen-Bradley PLC & Factory Talk software preferred.
  • Exposure to AC and DC motors, VFD and VSD drive experience preferred.
  • Exposure to Festo, SMC, and Similar Pneumatic Systems
  • Relevant trade or technical school training preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Support production by bringing equipment to base condition through a variety of Industrial Maintenance functions.
  • Interpret blueprints, fabricate metal, perform plumbing, pneumatic and millwright activities and understand motors and drives.
  • Collaborate with production staff to enhance reliability and minimize downtime.
  • Troubleshoot, operate maintenance software and document PMs and repairs.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude
Electrical aptitude
PLC knowledge
Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma
Trade/technical training

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC
FactoryTalk
VFD/VSD drives
Pneumatic systems (Festo/SMC)

Job description

The Krusteaz Company is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to join our Manhattan team. This role focuses on reducing downtime by diagnosing mechanical issues, applying electrical and PLC expertise, and supporting production across multiple systems.

Strong candidates will have experience with motors, drives, pneumatic systems, and industrial maintenance software. A high school diploma and relevant trade training are preferred, with a willingness to work a flexible shift.

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