Maintenance Technician

Alphia; Woodland (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Alphia is seeking a Maintenance Technician to keep production equipment running safely and efficiently in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, equipment troubleshooting, and adherence to safety standards.

You will support production operations, perform basic fabrication and tool usage, handle and dispense maintenance chemicals, and participate in plant safety and cGMP practices.

Qualifications

• Experience performing preventive maintenance on production equipment.
• Ability to read SOPs and maintenance procedures.
• Safety-focused with knowledge of lockout/tagout procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment including greasing, oiling, and inspecting components.
• Inspect bearings, drives, belts, gears, guards, and sprockets.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and perform basic repairs.
• Operate hand and power tools to maintain production lines.
• Support unloading, processing, and packaging operations.
• Follow all SOPs, maintenance procedures, and safety policies.
• Work day or night shifts as needed.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Forklift operation

Tools

Power tools

Welding

Job description

Job Description:

Join Our Team as a Maintenance Technician!

Are you mechanically inclined, safety-focused, and enjoy working hands-on with equipment? We’re looking for a Maintenance Technician to help keep our production equipment running efficiently and safely in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

In this role, you’ll play a key part in maintaining and troubleshooting equipment, supporting production operations, and ensuring our facility meets high standards for safety, quality, and reliability. If you take pride in problem-solving and keeping things running smoothly, this is a great opportunity to grow your skills and make an impact.

Objective of the Position:

Service and maintain equipment to support manufacturing operations while ensuring compliance with food safety, quality, and operational standards.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment, including greasing, oiling, and inspecting chains, belts, and conveying systems
• Inspect and maintain bearings, fluid levels, chain/belt tension, sprockets, gears, pins, and guards
• Evaluate condition of brackets, rollers, welds, and structural components
• Maintain working knowledge of plant operations, including unloading, processing, and packaging systems
• Use hand tools and power tools to perform maintenance and repair work
• Perform basic fabrication using welders, torches, and related tools
• Safely handle and dispense maintenance, cleaning, and sanitation chemicals
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and perform basic operational repairsOperate forklift or pallet jack (as trained)
• Follow all work instructions, SOPs, and maintenance procedures
• Support production and other departments as directed by leadership
• Maintain flexibility to work day or night shifts and adjust schedule as needed to support business demands

Food Quality:

• Monitor equipment to ensure proper operation and minimize production defects
• Perform routine preventive maintenance checks
• Report quality concerns or equipment-related issues to FS/QA or leadership

Food Safety:

• Follow all company cGMP requirements
• Perform and support HIP (High-Pressure or related) operations as required
• Follow sanitation procedures during and after maintenance activities
• Report any food safety concerns immediately

Occupational Safety:

• Follow all safety policies, procedures, and lockout/tagout requirements
• Identify and report unsafe conditions or risks to leadership

Physical Demands:

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs regularly. Position requires lifting, bending, crawling, kneeling, standing for extended periods, reaching, frequent walking, climbing ladders, and working in hot and/or dusty environments.

Immediate Supervisor:

Maintenance Manager
Substitute: Additional trained mechanics

Alphia is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.