Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

Proper Beverage Co.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Proper Beverage Company is seeking a Maintenance Technician to maintain, repair, and support production equipment on the Kentwood, MI site. You will help ensure equipment uptime, support operations, and execute machine changeovers to meet production schedules.

The role is full-time on second shift (2pm–12am); the ideal candidate has 3+ years of maintenance experience, strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems, and solid troubleshooting and collaboration skills to support

Qualifications

• 3+ years of maintenance experience.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing industrial machinery.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Attention to detail to ensure safe, high-quality work.
• Physical stamina to perform full shifts and manual tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on production machinery and equipment.
• Lead mechanical changeovers on production equipment and ensure proper setup before startup.
• Repair or replace defective parts and coordinate with procurement for spare parts.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation per procedures.
• Adhere to safety regulations and participate in safety trainings.
• Collaborate with production and other departments to understand equipment needs and priorities.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Troubleshooting

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Job description

About Proper Beverage Company

At Proper Beverage Company, we believe in doing things the right way - with integrity, precision, and a focus on quality. As a rapidly growing, locally owned business, our mission is to craft beverages that our partners and their customers can trust and enjoy. Guided by our vision to be a leader in the beverage industry, we're driven by innovation, efficiency, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

About Proper Beverage Company

At Proper Beverage Company, we believe in doing things the right way - with integrity, precision, and a focus on quality. As a rapidly growing, locally owned business, our mission is to craft beverages that our partners and their customers can trust and enjoy. Guided by our vision to be a leader in the beverage industry, we're driven by innovation, efficiency, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Job Information

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Location: 4175 60th St. SE Suite 100 Kentwood, MI 49512

Company: Proper Beverage Company

Department: Maintenance

Reports To: Reliability Manager

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Job Summary: As a Maintenance Technician, you will play a crucial role in maintaining, repairing, and supporting production equipment. This highly production-focused position is responsible for ensuring equipment uptime, supporting operational efficiency, and executing machine changeovers to meet production schedules.

Full-time, 2nd shift position. The schedule is Monday through Friday from 2pm to 12am.

Responsibilities

Equipment Maintenance

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on production machinery and equipment.


• Conduct inspections to identify and address potential issues before they escape.

Machine Changeovers & Production Support

• Perform and lead mechanical changeovers on production equipment.


• Ensure machines are properly adjusted, set up, and verified prior to production startup.


• Work closely with production teams to execute efficient changeovers while minimizing downtime.


• Maintain readiness of equipment to support production.


• Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions promptly.

Repair and Replacement

• Repair or replace defective parts as needed.


• Coordinate with the procurement team to ensure the availability of necessary spare parts.

Documentation

• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment history.


• Utilize maintenance management documentation procedures for documentation.

Safety Compliance

• Ensure that all maintenance activities adhere to safety regulations and guidelines.


• Participate in safety training programs.

Collaboration

• Work closely with production and other departments to understand equipment needs and priorities.


• Provide technical support and guidance to production personnel.

All other duties as assigned

Experience & Qualifications

• 3+ years of Maintenance experience, preferred.


• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.


• Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing industrial machinery.


• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.


• Attention to detail to ensure that all jobs are completed in an exemplary manner and any potential hazards are not overlooked.


• Physical stamina to handle full shift of being active.