Maintenance Tech Level 1

Meijer Inc.; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meijer Rewards Weekly pay

Scheduling flexibility

Paid parental leave

Paid education assistance

Team member discount

Development programs for advancement

Job summary

Meijer is looking for a maintenance specialist to support production and engineering teams in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. You will develop and document weekly preventive maintenance, inspect equipment daily, and troubleshoot complex issues to keep lines running safely and efficiently.

The role requires 1–3 years of hands-on experience, knowledge of SQF/GMPs/LOTO, and the ability to read blueprints.

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED required.
• Associates degree or certification in technical or related field preferred.
• 1-3 years of hands-on maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Previous food manufacturing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of SQF, GMPs, LOTO and Lean Manufacturing processes.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Knowledge of hydraulic, mechanical and electrical systems.
• Familiarity with maintenance of stainless steel equipment for food-grade applications.

Responsibilities

• Support production, quality, safety and engineering in projects by providing resource support.
• Develop, perform and document weekly preventative maintenance procedures.
• Perform daily inspections, making necessary adjustments to assure all manufacturing and related equipment is in proper working condition.
• Detect, resolve, document and report complex equipment issues.
• Partner with Maintenance Master and Production Managers to determine root cause for troubleshooting systems and processes.
• May provide training and direction to production leads or operators.
• Practices 200% safety accountability (self and others).
• Perform other duties as required under immediate supervision.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Preventative maintenance

Safety standards

Lean manufacturing

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Mechanical systems

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma/GED

Associates degree or certification in technical field

Tools

MIG welding

TIG welding

Reading blueprints

Electrical test equipment

Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO)

Job description

Benefits

• Meijer Rewards Weekly pay
• Scheduling flexibility
• Paid parental leave
• Paid education assistance
• Team member discount
• Development programs for advancement and career growth

What You'll be Doing

• Support production, quality, safety and engineering in projects by providing resource support.
• Develop, perform and document weekly preventative maintenance procedures.
• Perform daily inspections, making necessary adjustments to assure all manufacturing and related equipment is in proper working condition.
• Detect, resolve, document and report complex equipment issues.
• Partner with Maintenance Master and Production Managers to determine root cause for troubleshooting systems and processes.
• May provide training and direction to production leads or operators.
• Practices 200% safety accountability (self and others).
• Perform other duties as required under immediate supervision.

What You Bring with You (Qualifications)

• High School diploma/GED required.
• Associates degree or certification in technical or related field preferred.
• 1-3 years of hands‑on maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Previous food manufacturing experience preferred.
• Knowledge and experience with Safe Quality Foods (SQF), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) and Lean Manufacturing processes.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Knowledge of hydraulic, mechanical and electrical systems.
• Familiarity with standard mechanical and electrical component maintenance and repair practices; knowledge and/or skill with Preventative Maintenance programs.
• Knowledge and skill of MIG, TIG, fabrication, joining and repair of varieties of metals including stainless steel for food grade applications, various production equipment and structures.

We opened our doors more than 90 years ago with the goal of helping people provide for themselves and their family. Today we’re a multi‑billion dollar retailer with more than 70,000 employees across six states. Our Midwest geography includes corporate offices in Grand Rapids, Michigan, plus manufacturing facilities, distribution centers and over 270 stores across Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio and Wisconsin.

Meijer is an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

We are committed to treating all persons with dignity and respect.

Meijer's policy is to not discriminate because of any applicant or team member's race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, religion, age, physical or mental disability, uniformed service or veteran status, or any other lawfully‑protected classification.

If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of your application, submit your request.

Submissions that are not seeking help to complete the application due to a disability will not be responded to.