Maintenance Tech - 3rd Shift (11:00PM - 7:30AM)

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc.; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. in Joplin, MO seeks a Maintenance Tech for the 11:00PM–7:30AM shift to monitor, repair and maintain production equipment and facility utilities.

The role involves performing preventative maintenance, setting up equipment for startup, inspecting, lubricating and repairing components, and collaborating with the Maintenance Planner to schedule routine tasks. A high school diploma or GED is required with knowledge of mechanical systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (Some college coursework preferred).
• Knowledge of mechanical systems and components (chains, sprockets, gears, bearings, gear boxes, etc.).
• Previous refrigeration experience a plus.
• Strong communication skills with coworkers and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair and maintain processing equipment (mechanical and electrical).
• Inspect for potential problems and act to prevent failures.
• Monitor machinery to minimize downtime and seek improvements.
• Coordinate with the Maintenance Planner to schedule routine and preventative maintenance.
• Assist with line start-up and equipment adjustments.
• Perform building maintenance including carpentry, plumbing and painting.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Some college coursework

Job description

Maintenance Tech - 3rd Shift (11:00PM - 7:30AM)

US-MO-Joplin

Job ID: 2026-10439

Type: Regular Full-Time

# of Openings: 1

Joplin Plant

Overview

The Floor Mechanic will monitor, repair and maintain the plants' production equipment as well as perform maintenance on the facility and its utilities. Including, performing preventative maintenance tasks on assigned equipment, setting up and testing equipment for startup, and inspecting, lubricating and making necessary repairs to equipment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair and maintain processing equipment both mechanical and electrical
• Inspect, recognize potential problems, and take appropriate action to prevent component failure
• Monitor machinery to minimize unplanned downtime, anticipate solve problems in a timely manner, and identify opportunities for improvement
• Collaborate within the Maintenance Planner to schedule and develop routine and preventative maintenance schedules
• Assist Team Leaders and Machine Operators in efficient line start up and equipment adjustments
• Perform building maintenance and repairs as needed to include carpentry, plumbing, and painting
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, GMPs, and SOPs
• Work safely and promote a safe work environment
• Weld and fabricate machinery when necessary
• Perform other duties as assigned

Temperatures throughout plant average 50 degrees. Temperatures in the cooking area can exceed 80 degrees. Required to wear hairnet, smock, boots or overshoes, ear plugs, gloves, plastic sleeves, and aprons provided by the Company. Need to comply with Food Safety: GMP's, SSOP, SOP, HACCP, SQF and Quality requirements.

Employee Safety Responsibilities

• Report all injuries, unsafe conditions, unsafe acts and horseplay
• Use proper lifting techniques
• Use mechanical assistance (handjack, forklift, manlift)
• Use personal assistance (buddy)
• Use handrails
• Use and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required. Some college coursework preferred.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems and components including chains, sprockets, gears, bushings, bearings, gear boxes and other moving parts
• Previous Refrigeration experience a plus
• Strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to work effectively with coworkers, supervisors and department managers required

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