Maintenance Mechanic — Safe, Hands-on Repairs

Nortera Foods Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision

401K Match

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance

Wellness Reimbursement

Overtime Opportunities

Job summary

Nortera Foods Inc. in Kentucky is seeking a maintenance technician to support daily plant operations. You will repair mechanical equipment, document work orders, and assist with plant modifications while adhering to safety and quality standards.

The role requires familiarity with basic hand tools, the ability to work independently or in a team, and basic computer skills to enter data and review manuals. Overtime is possible during peak seasons, and Nortera offers comprehensive benefits as part

Qualifications

• Must maintain safety and quality mindset at all times.
• Familiar with operating basic hand tools (grinders, mills, lathes, presses).
• Basic computer knowledge to view manuals and enter documentation.
• Ability to work independently and in a diverse team.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a personal commitment to safety and set a proper example.
• Repair mechanical equipment and perform overhauls and diagnostics.
• Create, document, and manage work orders in the EAM system.
• Support plant modifications and improvements.
• Conduct daily/weekly walkthroughs with safety, quality, and process checks.

Skills

Safety mindset

Hand tools operation

Basic computer skills

Teamwork

Tools

Grinders

Mills

Lathes

Presses

Job description

Nortera Foods Inc. in Kentucky is seeking a maintenance technician to support daily plant operations. You will repair mechanical equipment, document work orders, and assist with plant modifications while adhering to safety and quality standards.

The role requires familiarity with basic hand tools, the ability to work independently or in a team, and basic computer skills to enter data and review manuals. Overtime is possible during peak seasons, and Nortera offers comprehensive benefits as part