Maintenance Tech II: Automation & PLCs (12-Hour Shifts)

Post Holdings, Inc.; Fitzgerald (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40 PTO hours upon hire

Medical benefits the 1st day of month

Company uniforms and shoes

Job summary

Post Consumer Brands in Fitzgerald, GA is seeking a Maintenance Technician to repair, maintain, and design equipment and electrical systems to improve productivity and efficiency. The role focuses on health and safety and food safety within a 12‑hour shift.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting electro‑mechanical equipment, setting up line changes, and coordinating with operators. Suitable candidates have 2–5 years in maintenance and Lean/5S experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required.
• 2-5 years in electrical/mechanical maintenance.
• Experience with Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and 5S (Kaizen and Gemba).

Responsibilities

• Maintain, diagnose, troubleshoot and repair electro‑mechanical equipment in processing and packaging lines.
• Perform line changeovers and equipment set‑ups.
• Complete Maintenance, Safety, Food Safety, and General training.
• Plan, identify parts and tools, and execute rebuilds or installations.
• Maintain and repair automated/robotic systems, conveyors, and processing equipment.
• Read drawings and blueprints.
• Coordinate with machine operators on troubleshooting needs.
• Repair electrical control and instrumentation; replace PLC/HMI hardware.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

5S

Kaizen

Gemba

Electrical maintenance

Education

High School Diploma

2-5 years electrical/mechanical maintenance experience

Job description

Post Consumer Brands in Fitzgerald, GA is seeking a Maintenance Technician to repair, maintain, and design equipment and electrical systems to improve productivity and efficiency. The role focuses on health and safety and food safety within a 12‑hour shift.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting electro‑mechanical equipment, setting up line changes, and coordinating with operators. Suitable candidates have 2–5 years in maintenance and Lean/5S experience.