Maintenance Technician

Freedom Living co.; Westerville, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

1-800-FLOWERS.COM, INC is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to sustain equipment reliability and minimize downtime on our manufacturing floor. You will execute preventive maintenance, troubleshoot complex systems, and perform timely repairs to keep production lines running smoothly.

The role requires reading schematics, working with PLCs, and following GMP, SQF, OSHA, and lockout/tagout procedures. A strong safety mindset and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are essential.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Electro-Mechanical or related field or 5+ years of hands-on maintenance experience.
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Experience with PLC systems (Allen Bradley, Siemens, Honeywell, Schneider).
• Knowledge of 480V three-phase and low-voltage electrical systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, blueprints, manuals, and work orders.
• Experience using a CMMS system.
• Able to work safely in a fast-paced production environment with compliance.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on industrial production and packaging equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Maintain equipment such as mixers, conveyors, ovens, flow wrappers, and related machinery.
• Diagnose issues with PLCs, motors, drives, and control systems.
• Read and interpret schematics, manuals, and technical documents to complete repairs.
• Document maintenance work using a CMMS system.
• Follow safety, food safety, and regulatory requirements including GMP, SQF, OSHA, and LOTO procedures.
• Operate in a fast-paced manufacturing environment supporting high-volume production.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

PLC systems

CMMS

Safety compliance

Reading schematics

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

Honeywell PLC

Schneider PLC

CMMS software

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to support our manufacturing operations by maintaining equipment reliability and minimizing downtime. This role plays a critical part in ensuring continuous production by executing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting equipment issues, and performing timely repairs.

What You’ll Do

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on industrial production and packaging equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Maintain equipment such as mixers, conveyors, ovens, flow wrappers, and related machinery
• Diagnose issues with PLCs, motors, drives, and control systems
• Read and interpret schematics, manuals, and technical documents to complete repairs
• Partner with Production, QA, and Maintenance teams to resolve equipment issues quickly
• Document maintenance work using a CMMS system
• Follow all safety, food safety, and regulatory requirements including GMP, SQF, OSHA, and Lockout/Tagout procedures
• Fast-paced manufacturing environment supporting high-volume production
• Requires standing, lifting, and working with industrial machinery
• Strict adherence to safety and food production standards

Why This Role Matters

This position directly impacts operational efficiency, product quality, and safety. Success in this role ensures production targets are met while maintaining a safe and compliant work environment.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electro-Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic Technology, or related field
  OR 5+ years of hands-on industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and repair:
  • Mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Experience working with PLC systems (e.g., Allen Bradley, Siemens, Honeywell, Schneider)
• Working knowledge of 480V three-phase and low-voltage electrical systems
• Ability to read and interpret:
  • Electrical schematics
  • Blueprints
  • Technical manuals and work orders
• Experience using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
• Ability to work safely in a fast-paced production environment while following all safety and compliance protocols

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in food manufacturing or high-speed production environments
• Knowledge of preventive and reliability-centered maintenance programs
• Light fabrication, cutting, and welding experience
• Strong troubleshooting mindset with the ability to work independently

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