Maintenance Technician
We are seeking a hands-on 1st Shift Maintenance Technician to support the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of production and packaging equipment in a manufacturing environment. This individual will help ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently while minimizing downtime and maintaining consistent production output.
The ideal candidate has a strong mechanical and electrical aptitude, experience troubleshooting industrial machinery, and the ability to perform both preventative and corrective maintenance. Food and beverage manufacturing experience is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on production machinery, packaging equipment, conveyors, and related systems.
- Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment issues.
- Troubleshoot equipment failures and perform repairs to minimize production downtime.
- Maintain and repair motors, gearboxes, pumps, valves, bearings, belts, chains, and other mechanical components.
- Assist with the installation, setup, adjustment, and modification of production equipment.
- Troubleshoot sensors, switches, electrical controls, and basic automation systems.
- Assist with PLC troubleshooting and controls-related issues as needed.
- Perform equipment inspections and identify potential maintenance issues before failures occur.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and document completed repairs and preventative maintenance activities.
- Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized maintenance area.
- Work closely with production personnel to address equipment issues and support daily manufacturing operations.
Qualifications
- Previous experience as an Industrial Maintenance Technician, Maintenance Mechanic, or similar role in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
- Working knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
- Ability to read and interpret equipment manuals, mechanical drawings, and electrical schematics.
- Experience with preventative maintenance programs and equipment repair.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and respond to equipment breakdowns.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with PLCs and the ability to troubleshoot basic control-system issues.
- Experience working with automated production lines and industrial machinery.
- Welding, fabrication, or machining experience is a plus.
Work Environment
- Manufacturing and production environment with exposure to operating machinery.
- Hands‑on role requiring standing, walking, bending, lifting, and working around production equipment.
- May require occasional overtime or schedule flexibility to support production needs.