Maintenance Technician

Soap Creek Resources; Newton (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Soap Creek Resources in Newton, IA is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support reliable day-to-day operations through preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, installations, and facility inspections.

The ideal candidate has hands-on problem solving ability, can work independently or with a team, and is able to lift up to 75 lbs, climb stairs, and comply with GMP/food safety.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience in FDA-regulated or ISO-certified facilities preferred.
• Experience with pumps, motors, and HVAC systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate safely in all work environments.
• Update SOPs and implement training for maintenance personnel.
• Conduct routine facility inspections and maintain logs.
• Perform repairs and installations with timely completion.
• Monitor inventory and place orders for replacements.
• Prioritize work orders addressing repairs and improvements.
• Apply GMPs and food safety awareness.
• Participate in required training.

Skills

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Mechanical systems

Problem solving

Team building

Planning

Decision making

Communication

Safety

GMP awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

FDA-regulated facility experience

ISO-certified production facility exposure

Pumps and HVAC experience

Job description

Are you a hands-on problem solver who enjoys keeping equipment and facilities running safely and efficiently? The Maintenance Technician plays a critical role in supporting reliable day-to-day operations through preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, installations, and facility inspections.

This position offers the opportunity to work with a variety of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, HVAC, and facility systems while helping identify and resolve issues before they impact operations. The ideal candidate takes pride in quality workmanship, works well independently and as part of a team, and is committed to maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient work environment.

If you enjoy solving problems, working with your hands, and making a direct impact on the reliability and performance of equipment and facilities, this could be a great opportunity to put your maintenance skills to work.

Duties:

Including but not limited to:

• Operate safely and appropriately in all work situations and environments.
• Update maintenance standard operating procedures (SOPs), ensuring regular review and revision, and implement appropriate training for maintenance personnel.
• Conduct routine inspections of facilities, identify and resolve issues, and maintain accurate maintenance records and logs.
• Perform accurate repair and installation activities with timely completion.
• Monitor equipment and spare parts inventory and place orders for replacements as needed.
• Prioritize and process maintenance work orders by addressing equipment repairs, deficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Apply Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and understand maintenance processes as they relate to food safety.
• Participate in all company-required training.

Skills and Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Proven reading, writing, clearly legible handwriting, computer, interpersonal communication, and mathematics skills.
• Experience working in an FDA-regulated processing facility or similar ISO-certified production facility is preferred.
• Prior experience working on pumps, motors, and HVAC systems is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of engineering concepts, including electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
• Competent in problem-solving, team building, planning, and decision-making.
• Excellent communication, organizational, management, and computer skills.
• Demonstrated humility, honesty, integrity, and commitment to safety.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. (34 kg).
• Ability to climb several flights of stairs and work safely at heights.
• Ability to follow Good Manufacturing Practices in all areas of the facility.

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in an FDA-regulated processing facility or similar ISO-certified production environment is preferred.
• Experience with pumps, motors, and HVAC systems is preferred.

Work Environment:

• Manufacturing and facility environment requiring adherence to safety procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting up to 75 lbs., climbing several flights of stairs, and working safely at heights.

Disclaimer:

Please note that we are unable to provide job sponsorships, including, but not limited to, visas, corp-to-corp arrangements (C2C), or any other form of sponsorship for employment. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.