Maintenance Technician

Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing; Van Buren (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing in Van Buren, Indiana is hiring a Maintenance Technician for the Day Shift to keep our food production line running smoothly. You will troubleshoot mechanical and electrical equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and support equipment improvements in a fast-paced plant.

The role involves reading manuals and schematics, documenting repairs, and collaborating with Maintenance, Engineering, and Production teams to maximize uptime and safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English to follow technical instructions, complete records, and perform the job safely.
• Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills and comfort working with production equipment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair equipment on production lines, responding to breakdowns and restoring operation safely.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and inspections to prevent equipment failures.
• Read manuals, schematics, and drawings to guide repairs and installations; document repairs and maintenance activities.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

PLC systems

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

PLC systems

Job description

Maintenance Technician — Day Shift

Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing | Van Buren, Indiana

Now hiring for both shifts:

• Days: 4:00 a.m.–4:15 p.m.


• Nights: 4:00 p.m.–4:15 a.m.

Put your troubleshooting skills to work. Help keep our plant running.

If you enjoy figuring out why equipment isn’t working—and making repairs that last—join Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing as a Maintenance Technician.

You’ll troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, perform preventive maintenance, and support equipment improvements in our food manufacturing facility. Working alongside Maintenance, Engineering, and Production, you’ll help keep equipment safe, reliable, and ready for production.

What you’ll do

• Troubleshoot and repair equipment: Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and control-system issues on production and packaging machinery. Respond to breakdowns and help restore operation safely.


• Prevent problems: Complete scheduled maintenance and inspections, identify worn or failing components, and address recurring equipment issues.


• Work with controls and technical systems: Support equipment PCs, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), instrumentation, wiring, calibration, and replacement control components.


• Use technical information: Read equipment manuals, schematics, blueprints, and system drawings to guide troubleshooting and repairs.


• Support installations and improvements: Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, startups, and operational testing.


• Share your knowledge: Help train and mentor other technicians, communicate equipment concerns, and work with operators to understand problems.


• Keep accurate records: Document repairs, maintenance activities, and outstanding issues, and help maintain needed spare parts.


• Protect safety and food quality: Follow lockout/tagout, electrical safety, food safety, and housekeeping procedures.

What you’ll bring

• A high school diploma or equivalent.


• Ability to read, write, and understand English to follow technical instructions, complete records, and perform the job safely.


• Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills and comfort working with production equipment.


• A strong commitment to safe work, including lockout/tagout and awareness of arc-flash hazards.


• Dependability, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate clearly with technicians, operators, and leaders.

Preferred qualifications

• Two to three years of relevant maintenance experience.


• A two-year technical or trade school degree.


• Experience maintaining equipment in a manufacturing or food production environment.

How we work

We’re looking for someone who takes ownership, helps coworkers, and looks for ways to improve equipment reliability. You’ll have opportunities to contribute ideas, share your experience, and continue developing your technical skills.

Our values guide our work every day: Committed, Trustworthy, Purpose Driven, Positive Mindset, Growth Oriented

Work environment

You’ll work around operating production equipment and follow required food safety and personal protective equipment procedures.

Opportunity and Inclusion Statement:

Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to opportunity, inclusion, and creating a workplace where everyone can succeed. Employment and hiring decisions are made based on business need, job requirements, and individual qualifications—without regard to race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or any other protected status under federal, state, and local laws.

We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment drives innovation and strengthens our company culture. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

Required

• Must be able to read, write, and understand English to perform job duties effectively and safely.

Preferred

• 2 – 3 years of qualified maintenance experience


• Education – 2-year degree from a technical or trade school


• High School Diploma or Equivalency