Maintenance Tech Level 3

Meijer, Inc.; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; 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 seeks an experienced maintenance technician to support food manufacturing operations across Michigan. The role involves routine testing, monitoring of complex HVAC and process systems, and proactive maintenance to maximize equipment life.

You will work with Maintenance leadership to align with production goals and ensure safety standards are met. Ideal candidates have 5–7 years of hands-on experience, strong PLC/VFD skills, and a solid background in GMP, LOTO, and Lean practices.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree or technical certification preferred.
• Mechatronics certifications completed.
• 5–7 years of hands-on manufacturing maintenance experience.
• Familiarity with mechanical/electrical maintenance; preventive maintenance.
• Certified in PLC programming; proficient with PLCs and VFDs.
• Strong verbal and written communication; ability to explain technical concepts.
• Knowledge of SQF, GMPs, LOTO, and Lean manufacturing.
• Ability to read schematics/blueprints and operate basic machining equipment.
• Collaborates with engineering on projects and design improvements.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine chemical testing and adjust operations to maintain parameters.
• Monitor heating/ventilation systems; adjust controls for proper operation.
• Provide 24/7 automated process monitoring and take action as needed.
• Maintain supplies via ordering and receiving chemicals; track usage.
• Perform Preventive, Predictive and Corrective Maintenance on equipment.
• Alert leadership to unsafe equipment and recommend repairs.
• Suggest design improvements for existing and new equipment.
• May train and direct other technicians and operators.
• Coordinate with Maintenance Master/Manager on production goals and schedules.
• Perform other duties as requested; maintain 200% safety accountability.

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Associates degree or certification in a technical field

Mechatronics certifications (Levels 1-7)

PLC programming knowledge

Effective verbal and written communication

Read and interpret blueprints/schematics

VFDs knowledge

Lean/GMP/LOTO awareness

Team collaboration with leadership

MS Office proficiency

Tools

Lathe

Milling machine

Drill press

Job description

As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you’re provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development. Consider joining our family - take care of your career and your community!

• 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:

• Perform routine chemical testing, making necessary operational adjustments to maintain proper operating parameters for cooling tower and boiling water.
• Monitor complex heating/ventilation system and adjust controls for proper operation.
• Provide 24/7 automated process monitoring and take appropriate action as needed.
• Works with the Maintenance Planner to maintain supplies through ordering and receiving chemicals, record usage and interaction with appropriate vendors.
• Maintain manufacturing and complex equipment by performing Preventative (PM), Predictive (PdM) and Corrective Maintenance to ensure maximum life expectancy of machinery.
• Notify appropriate leadership of unsafe, damaged work equipment and make recommendations regarding repair or replacement as needed.
• Suggest design improvements on existing and new equipment and systems.
• May provide training and direction to other technicians and operators as needed.
• Partners with Maintenance Master/Manager to review production goals and schedules as well as maintenance requests to plant or modify maintenance activities.
• Perform other duties as requested by Maintenance Master/Manager.
• Practices 200% safety accountability in self and others.

What You Bring with You (Qualifications):

• HS Diploma/GED required.
• Associates degree or certification in a technical field preferred.
• Mechatronics Certifications for Levels 1-7 completed.
• 5-7 years of hands-on manufacturing maintenance experience, preferably in a food manufacturing setting.
• Familiarity with standard mechanical and electrical component maintenance and repair practices; knowledge of and skill with preventative maintenance.
• Skilled and certified in various PLC programming languages.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information to a non-technical audience.
• Knowledge and experience with Safe Quality Foods (SQF), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) and Lean Manufacturing process.
• Ability to support and work with engineering on projects, equipment design, layout or re-design.
• Working knowledge of standard mechanical component maintenance and repair practices.
• Familiar with office technology tools (i.e. MS Office).
• Able to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Ability to operate basic machining equipment (lathe, mill, drill press).
• Ability to work collaboratively with Meijer leadership.
• Understanding computer theory, programmable logic controls (PLC) and experience with Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs).

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.