Maintenance Technician

Puratos; California (MO); On-site; USD 42,705 - 53,726; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) eligibility

Paid time off (5+ weeks)

Life coaching & onsite health exams

Lifestyle Spending Account

Job summary

Puratos is seeking a Maintenance Technician to oversee mechanical troubleshooting and preventive maintenance across our manufacturing plant. You will collaborate with production and quality teams to ensure continuous operation and timely repairs, with a shift from 4 am to 12:30 PM, Monday–Friday, often including Saturdays.

The role includes handling steam, refrigeration, and wastewater systems, fabricating components, and managing CMMS work orders.

Qualifications

• 5+ years hands-on mechanical maintenance experience.
• Experience with sanitary systems.
• Able to operate forklifts and lifting equipment.
• Familiar with pumps, gearboxes, steam traps.
• Comfortable with heights and lifting heavy objects.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and control equipment.
• Collaborate with production and quality teams to maintain output.
• Provide support for engineering projects plant-wide.
• Operate and maintain Steam, Refrigeration, and Wastewater systems.
• Fabricate components and tools as needed.
• Enter work orders and manage CMMS; process SAP requisitions.
• Prioritize safety and adherence to GMP.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical maintenance

Sanitary systems

Pumps & gearboxes

Welding / fabrication

Tools

SAP

CMMS

Job description

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for mechanical troubleshooting and preventive maintenance across the manufacturing plant. This role collaborates closely with production and quality teams to ensure continuous operation and timely repairs.

Shift: 4 am - 12:30 PM, M-F (Saturdays commonly required)

Primary Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and controls equipment
• Work closely with production and quality teams to maintain production output
• Provide resources and support to help the engineering team execute projects efficiently throughout the plant
• Operation, troubleshoot, and repair of Steam, Refrigeration, and Wastewater systems
• Fabrication of components, tools and equipment
• Execute and complete PM (Preventative Maintenance) work without production interruptionas directed by Maintenance Supervisor and Lead
• Direct actions as necessary to ensure safety
• Maintain CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System); work order entry, completions, requisitions, inventory
• Utilize SAP for completing Purchase requisitions

Requirements

• 5+ years of hands‑on mechanical maintenance experience
• Experience working on and around Sanitary Systems
• Experience with troubleshooting and repairing mechanical equipment working with pumps, gearboxes, and steam traps
• Experience fabricating components, tools, and equipment; ability to operate material handling equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks, etc.)
• Boiler Experience – Blue or Black Seal Boiler License is a plus
• Desire and ability to learn about new and existing processing systems
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and comfortable working at elevated heights
• Food Manufacturing and GMP Environment Experience preferred
• Ability to work on electrical systems preferred; motors, drives, PLCs, temperature, flow and other control instruments and devices
• Stainless Steel and Sanitary Welding skills is a plus
• Physical Demands: Frequently lift up to 50 lbs, occasionally lift up to 75 lbs; occasional sitting, climbing/balancing, squatting, crawling, push/pull, and gripping; frequent stooping/twisting, kneeling, reaching, constant standing, walking, visual acuity (near/far)
• Environmental Conditions: Occasional exposure to uneven ground, working at heights, and biohazards; frequent exposure to excessive noise, extreme temperatures, dust/fumes; constant exposure to hazards and machinery

We offer a competitive compensation and benefit package, designed to promote a Happier, Healthier You which includes:

Compensation

• Compensation for this role is hourly and will be based on your experience, skills, and location, with a typical hourly range between $30.70-39.10/hr
• Additional compensation available through overtime pay, quarterly incentive program, referral bonuses, and other company policies
• Medical coverage starts the first of the month—no waiting period
• Immediate 401(k) eligibility with fully vested matching contributions
• Over 5 weeks of paid time off in your first year
• Free life coaching, onsite health exams, and 24/7 access to Registered Nurses
• Lifestyle Spending Account

If you are a solution oriented and analytical thinker with a passion for leading and inspiring people, we invite you to experience the magic of being yourself and join us for “a career for good.”