Maintenance Technician

Ventura Foods; Saginaw (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

401(k) & Profit Sharing

Paid time off

Job summary

Ventura Foods in Saginaw, TX is seeking a Maintenance Technician responsible for repairs and preventative maintenance of packaging and refinery equipment. You will diagnose mechanical and electrical issues, follow GMP and FSMA policies, and assist in training junior techs.

The role requires 5–10 years of experience with PLCs, AC/DC troubleshooting, and a strong safety culture. This onsite position offers a second shift and a supportive team, with opportunities to contribute to uptime and food

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
• 5-10 years of experience working with and troubleshooting PLCs, AC/DC electrical troubleshooting on food packaging/processing equipment and production/processing machine repair.
• Strong understanding of GMP, FSMA and food safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Uses mechanical skills including mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair.
• Provides emergency/unscheduled repairs during production and coordinates with other mechanics.
• Installs, repairs, overhauls, and maintains electrical and mechanical systems, equipment, and machinery.
• Performs routine preventative maintenance and repairs when not on breakdowns.
• Diagnoses and repairs electrical, electronic, and mechanical components throughout the facility.
• Follows all food safety policies and regulatory criteria including SQF, GMPs, and FSMA.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

Electrical/Mechanical repair

GMP/FSMA knowledge

LOTO & confined space

Blueprints/diagrams

Education

High School Diploma/GED

5-10 years PLC troubleshooting experience

Job description

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Maintenance Technician

Location: Saginaw, TX, US, 76131

Employment Type: Hourly
Shift: Second
Work Arrangement:Onsite

Position Summary:

Repairs and maintains machinery, mechanical and electrical equipment and systems in both the packaging and refinery departments. Utilizing skill set, maintain optimal operating condition of equipment using company approved food safety practices and policies. Train the Maintenance Mechanic Tech I (Production) to increase skill level in the department. Decrease equipment downtime utilizing training and skills.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Uses mechanical skills including but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of equipment in accordance with established GMP and safety procedures
• Provides emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and performs scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service. Calls for back up and coordinates repairs with other mechanics
• Installs, repairs, overhauls, modifies and maintains electrical and mechanical systems, equipment, and machinery
• Performs required routine preventative maintenance and repair activities when not working on breakdowns
• Diagnoses and repairs or replaces faulty electrical, electronic, and mechanical components throughout the facility
• Responsible for following all food safety policies, procedures and regulatory criteria including the current SQF code, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) and associated preventive controls
• Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience
• 5-10 years of experience working with and troubleshooting PLCs, AC/DC electrical troubleshooting on food packaging/processing equipment and production/processing machine repair

Knowledge and Skills:

• Trained on safety related programs necessary to perform the position, including LOTO and confined space entry
• Advanced understanding of mechanical applications and principles including part identification
• Strong work ethic related to attendance and performance of duties with minimal supervision
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only a limited standardization exists
• Able to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram and schedule form, including technical instructions in mathematical form and blueprints
• Working knowledge of electronic and electrical concepts and operating safety including demonstrated ability to use hand and power tools commonly used in electrical, electronic, and mechanical trades

Why Join Us:
Ventura Foods innovates and manufactures food solutions for foodservice and retail businesses. We make exclusive products for the world's most iconic restaurants and retailers, we provideready-to-goproduct solutions for professional kitchens, and we make consumer brands everyone knows and loves. When you work for Ventura Foods, you get a strong foundation of training, a manager who cares about you and celebrates your success, a safe environment, and challenging work. As part of our team, your future is limited only by how much you’re willing to push yourself to get there. We invest in your growth because you invest in ours.

Ventura Foods offers career growth opportunities as well as competitive compensation and benefits:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision – coverage beginning on your 1st day for eligible employees
• Profit Sharing and 401(k) matching (after eligible criteria is met)
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
• Employee Appreciation Events and Employee Assistance Programs

Physical Demands:
All jobs require sufficient physical strength and dexterity to perform the required task(s)and typically also require at a minimum: intermittent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds or more with assistance may also be required. Please see the job description for specific requirements.

Work Environment:
Please see the job description for specific requirements of the position for which you are applying.

Typical shifts are 8-12 hours per day. Additional unscheduled time after hours and on weekends may also be required. Employees must be willing and able to wear personal protective equipment as required by Company policy and/or legal requirements. In addition, certain jobs may require employees to:

• Work outside and/or in adverse temperatures which could include extreme heat, cold, and humidity;
• Be exposed to vibrations, chemicals used inoperations, fumes and food allergens (may include soy, dairy and other allergens); and
• Be required to work in confined and dark spaces, and at heights in excess of 18 feet.

Our Culture
Our Culture reflects our commitment to treating every employee with respect and creating an environment where people can do their best work. We rely on a variety of strengths, backgrounds, and experiences across our teams to help us innovate, grow, and deliver for our customers. By fostering a workplace that is supportive, collaborative, and grounded in integrity, we continue to attract strong talent and meet the high expectations of a rapidly evolving marketplace.

Ventura Foods is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Nearest Major Market: Fort Worth
Nearest Secondary Market: Dallas