Maintenance Technician 1st Shift Up to $3000 Sign-On Bonus

Reser's Fine Foods, Inc.; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Full-time benefits package

Job summary

Reser’s Fine Foods, Inc. in Topeka, KS is seeking a Maintenance Technician (1st shift) to perform preventive and urgent maintenance on production machinery. A sign-on bonus up to $3,000 is available, with bonus determined after evaluation of the candidate’s level for the role.

The role requires maintaining a safe, clean work environment, supporting the production team as the mechanical expert, and ensuring equipment reliability. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years as a multi-craft industrial technician.
• Basic understanding of steam generation and supply systems.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems maintenance.
• Basic troubleshooting skills.
• Flexible hours, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and clean work environment per SWI and GMPs.
• Support the production team as the mechanical expert.
• Ensure production and support equipment are functioning properly.
• Perform reliability-based asset care and complete corrective work orders.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions and complete reactive work orders.
• Make repairs or adjustments to equipment, structures, and facilities as needed.
• Perform basic electrical duties (replace motors, switches, PE, etc.).
• Dismantle/assemble machines or equipment to support sanitation or production needs.
• Perform package changeover on lines as required.
• Train production team on mechanical processes.
• Focus on continuous improvement and elimination of waste.
• Operate within a CMMS system recording work performed and needed.
• Maintain control of MRO inventory.

Skills

Multi-craft technician

Troubleshooting

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

OSHA safety

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Maintenance Technician 1st Shift Up to $3000 Sign-On Bonus

Job Category: Maintenance/Engineering

Requisition Number: MAINT008515

• Posted : November 2, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Reser's Fine Foods - Crossroads Salad Plant
3728 SE 6th Ave
Topeka, KS 66607, USA

Description

General Summary: Performs preventative and urgent maintenance of production machinery and equipment.

$Sign-On Bonus Available!$

Sign-On Bonus up to $3000! Bonus ranges from $1000-$3000 (Actual bonus amount will be determined once the candidate has been assessed and the level of Maintenance Technician is determined for the candidate to be hired into)

Benefits and Culture

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to help employees live a healthier life, build rewarding careers and save for the future. Reser's offers choices whenever possible, because we recognize the diverse and ever changing needs of our employees. Full-time employee benefits include medical, dental, vision, AD&D, life, 401(k) with discretionary match, wellness programs, paid time off, company paid holidays and a variety of voluntary benefit options.

We strive to be your Employer of Choice. As one of our five cornerstones, this means that we go all-out to create an environment that shows we are committed to investing in employee growth and creating a culture of belonging where employees want to build a lasting career.

Visit our website to learn more about our competitive benefit programs - https://www.resers.com/careers/#benefits

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and clean work environment in accordance with SWI’s and GMP’s.
• Support the production team as the mechanical expert.
• Ensure production and support equipment are functioning properly
• Perform reliability-based asset care and complete corrective work orders.
• Troubleshoot and diagnoses equipment malfunctions/complete reactive work orders.
• Make repairs or adjustments to equipment, structures, and facilities equipment as needed.
• Perform basic electrical duties (replace motors, switches, PE, etc.)
• Dismantle/assemble machines or equipment to support sanitation or production needs.
• Perform package change over on lines as required.
• Train production team members on mechanical process
• Focus on continuous improvement and the elimination of waste(s).
• Operate within a CMMS system recording work performed and work needed.
• Maintain control of MRO inventory.
• Perform additional duties as assigned including, but not limited to all facilities related tasks and work on special projects as required or assigned by the Facilities and Maintenance Manager.

Job Specifications

• Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and regulations.
• Ability to report to work on time and complete entire shift. Timely and regular attendance is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1-3 years of experience working as a multi-craft industrial technician.
• Basic understanding of steam generation and supply systems.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems maintenance.
• Basic troubleshooting skills.
• Basic computer and report writing skills.
• Ability to lift and manipulate heavy equipment.
• Will be required to work flexible hours, weekends, and holidays.

Working Conditions

• Processed and refrigerated foods manufacturing plant.
• Wet or dry environment with temperatures ranging from 25f to 115f.
• Lifting up to 50lbs repeatably.

Recipe for Success

Reser’s is the leading provider of fresh refrigerated deli salads, side dishes, and prepared foods for the supermarket, club store, and food service industries. Family owned and operated, Reser’s has been a proud sponsor of good times at racetracks, picnics, BBQs, music festivals, and affordable family meals since 1950. Reser’s family of brands include Reser’s American Classics, Main St Bistro, Stonemill Kitchens, and more. With more than 4,500 employees, Reser’s operates 14 facilities in the US, Mexico, and Canada and actively supports the communities it serves.

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