Maintenance Mechanic — PLCs, PM & On‑Floor Impact

Calbee America, Inc.; Boardman (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Calbee America, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot, and repair on production equipment to ensure continuous operation in a food manufacturing environment.

Swing shift (2:45pm–11:00pm) with potential overtime and weekend work as needed, in Boardman, Oregon. Responsibilities include diagnosing electrical/mechanical issues, maintaining records, coordinating with staff and vendors, and adhering to GMP/SQF and safety policies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 3-5 years maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic problems on high speed industrial equipment used in a manufacturing facility.
• Ability to use various hand tools (powered and non-powered), precision measuring tools, forklift and other tools and equipment to perform industrial maintenance tasks.
• Ability to perform carpentry, plumbing, welding and cutting using appropriate tools.
• Ability to use Excel, Word and Outlook proficiently.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings and equipment manuals.
• Ability to communicate, write legibly, and speak in English.
• Ability to perform each essential function satisfactorily.
• Knowledge of ladder logic/PLC programming.

Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance tasks as instructed and works shifts as assigned by management.
• Diagnoses and repairs electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic problems on equipment to support production.
• Uses mechanical skills and knowledge of electricity, pneumatics, PLCs, welding, cutting, and equipment operation to repair and maintain machinery.
• Communicates with Maintenance Staff and Production Management to ensure efficient operation.
• Works with contractors and vendors to repair equipment and install new equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance tasks and inspections per manufacturer specifications.
• Maintains records of repairs, inspections, and maintenance using Megamation system software.
• Interacts with vendors to ensure parts meet specifications.
• Participates in training to upgrade skills and adhere to safety and GMP/SQF procedures.
• Follows all safety guidelines and maintains a clean, organized work area.
• Attends assigned safety, GMP, SOP, HACCP and SQF training sessions.

Skills

Accuracy

Analysis

Attention to Detail

Communication

Dependability

Ethics

Flexibility/Adaptability

Initiative/Follow Through

Judgment

Leadership

Listening

Math skills

Personal Computer Usage

Problem Solving

Product Knowledge

Relationship Building

Team Participation

Technical Communications

Time Management

PLC programming

Education

High School Diploma or GED

3-5 years maintenance experience in manufacturing

Tools

Forklift operation

MS Office (Excel/Word/Outlook)

Job description

Calbee America, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot, and repair on production equipment to ensure continuous operation in a food manufacturing environment.

Swing shift (2:45pm–11:00pm) with potential overtime and weekend work as needed, in Boardman, Oregon. Responsibilities include diagnosing electrical/mechanical issues, maintaining records, coordinating with staff and vendors, and adhering to GMP/SQF and safety policies.