Maintenance Technician

Refresco; Sikeston (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) savings plan with company match

12 paid holidays and vacation

Life and AD&D insurance

Job summary

A leading beverage manufacturer in Sikeston, Missouri is seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure machinery reliability. Responsibilities include adhering to safety policies, diagnosing equipment issues, and completing documentation. Candidates should have a high school diploma and ideally two years of maintenance experience. The role demands strong problem-solving skills, the ability to work independently, and forklift certification. Benefits include medical insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of maintenance experience in manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all health and safety policies.
• Maintain food quality and safety standards.
• Diagnose machinery malfunctions and troubleshoot.
• Document work order completions and record part numbers.
• Communicate effectively with shift teams.

Skills

Knowledge of GMPs and food safety requirements

Ability to read and interpret machinery blueprints and parts manuals

Forklift certification

Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills

Work independently without supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Essential Job Functions

• Adhere to all health and safety policies, GMPs and wear required PPE while in the warehouse or production areas.
• Maintain food quality and safety per corporate, customer and governing standards (e.g., SQF).
• Report FSMS problems and initiate corrective actions with managerial staff.
• Perform, complete and document repair maintenance, preventive maintenance and line changeovers.
• Diagnose machinery malfunctions (electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, pneumatic) and troubleshoot to minimize downtime while ensuring food safety and personnel safety.
• Maintain production supporting equipment such as glycol, RO, compressed air, lubrication and chemical distribution systems.
• Document work order completions, record part numbers for inventory, and obtain final approvals.
• Communicate effectively with shift teams, production and adjacent teams, and provide training to other maintenance personnel.
• Collaborate with all teams to resolve issues quickly and drive continuous improvement.

Required Skills

• Knowledge of GMPs and food safety requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret machinery blueprints and parts manuals.
• Work independently without supervision.
• Strong decision‑making and problem‑solving skills.
• Forklift certification.

Competencies

• Decisive, proactive, self‑motivated and assertive.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Data analysis and trend identification.
• Customer focus with adaptability to variable business demands.
• Initiative‑driven problem solving and independent work.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum two years of maintenance experience in manufacturing (preferred).

Working Conditions

Work schedule includes weekdays, weekends, afternoons, evenings, and overnight shifts with overtime as needed. The environment is fast‑paced with moving parts, high noise levels requiring hearing protection, and variable temperatures. The role is structured and supervised.

Travel Requirements

Minimal travel may be required for training purposes.

Physical Requirements

Physical demands are frequently performed (46‑100% of the time). Responsibilities include standing or sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, lifting up to 50 lbs, carrying weight, walking, driving, and climbing stairs or ladders. The position requires visual, sensory attention, excellent hand‑eye coordination, manual dexterity, and the ability to manage mental stress from deadlines and production quotas.

Other Duties

This description does not exhaust all duties; additional responsibilities may be assigned at any time.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Pet insurance
• Legal benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• 12 paid holidays, vacation, and paid time off
• Well‑being benefits
• Discount and total reward programs

Refresco Beverages US, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.