Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift - Goodyear, AZ

Pretzels, Inc; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 346,000 - 3,513,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Stock Purchase Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Referral Bonus

Job summary

The Hershey Company is hiring a Maintenance Technician for the Goodyear, AZ facility. The role focuses on maintaining production equipment, troubleshooting issues, and coordinating with the maintenance and production teams to keep lines running safely and efficiently.

The position offers a 2nd shift schedule in Goodyear with a starting wage of $25.25 per hour plus a $1.00 or $1.50 shift differential depending on shift. Overtime potential and comprehensive benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical and mechanical equipment maintenance and repair.
• Good skill in the use of hand and power tools.
• Ability to read and comprehend instruction manuals and blueprints.
• Preferred experience in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.
• Preference given to candidates with a 2-year associate degree in electromechanical systems.
• Robotics and control experience a plus.
• Exceptional communication skills, verbal and written.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Candidate must have valid work authorization and be able to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance on production machinery as needed.
• Diagnose problems, replace parts, test and adjust equipment.
• Supervise outside contractors.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on a scheduled basis.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and GMPs.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

Hand & power tools

Reading blueprints

Food manufacturing experience

Robotics

Communication

Prioritization

Work authorization in the U.S.

Education

Associate degree in electromechanical systems

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

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Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift - Goodyear, AZ

Posted Date: Aug 19, 2026

Requisition Number: 129745

Location: Goodyear, AZ - Job Type: Hourly

We are mixing up something new in Goodyear, AZ! This is an exciting time to join our team. We hold ourselves to the highest of quality standards. Each bag of Dot’s Pretzels tastes as if they were made straight from the home kitchen of Dot herself. Our foundation is built on relationships. We are family. We believe in our employees and lead by example. The Dot’s Pretzels brand has seen an enormous amount of growth, so we are looking for employees to become a part of our team at our Goodyear, AZ location!

Pay

• Starting at $25.25/hr
• Shift differential of $1.00/hr for overnight 2nd shift and $1.50/hr for 3rd Shift
• Overtime Potential!

Total Rewards

• Quarterly and Annual Bonus (Manufacturing Incentive Plan) Eligible
• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision) - Starting Day 1
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - with generous company match
• Hershey Stock Purchase Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
• Referral Bonus of $500, when eligible

Shifts

• 2nd Shift: M-F, 2 pm - 10:30 pm ($1.50 shift differential)
• We require that you be flexible to work any shift, weekends, overtime, and holidays as needed.

Candidate Process

• Please note that communications will be through phone, email, and text. Ensure you have access to a valid email
• Qualified applicants will be contacted by a recruiter to schedule a phone screen.
• Post Offer Background Check, Drug Screen required.

Job Summary

The Maintenance Technician will help to maintain all equipment on site. This person will work under direction of the Maintenance Manager to ensure timelines are met and guidelines are followed. Work alongside of production team members to maintain continuous operations, while producing the highest quality products. They will assemble equipment as it comes in, maintain it through preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting of production equipment. Completion of any scheduled or unscheduled task / workorders.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform minor and major maintenance duties as needed in supporting production machinery
• Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments as necessary
• Supervise work of outside contractors
• Conduct emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment
• Perform preventative maintenance procedures on equipment on a scheduled basis
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas
• Manage tools in the facility and ensure they are kept and returned to the right place
• Clear understanding of OSHA requirements and food industry GMP’s
• Other duties as assigned
• Be a self-starter; ability to work independently as well as with other personnel and management
• Represent self and company in a professional and positive manner
• Attend required company meetings and training and participate in constructive discussion
• Follow all safety rules and regulations while performing work assignments and adhere to all policies and procedures as specified in company manuals and as directed in the employee handbook
• Conduct self in the presence of customers and community so as to present a professional image of Dot’s Pretzels
• Proactively seek and participate in available company-sponsored training, in an effort to develop and advance knowledge base and skill set
• Maintain a positive and professional working relationship with peers, management, and support resources, with a constant commitment to teamwork and exemplary customer service
• Perform all other duties as assigned by management in a professional and efficient manner

Required Skills/Abilities

• Experience in electrical and mechanical equipment maintenance and repair required
• Good skill in the use of hand and power tools
• Ability to read and comprehend instruction manuals and blueprints
• Preferred experience in a face paced food manufacturing environment
• Preference given to candidates with a 2-year associate degree in electromechanical systems
• Robotics and control experience a plus
• Exceptional communication skills, verbal and written
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Candidate must have valid work authorization and be able to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship

Physical Demands And Work Environment

• Ability to lift 40 pounds repetitively
• Ability to bend, twist, and stand on your feet for an entire shift
• Exposed to food production environment and warehouse environment which may involve noise and fluctuating temperatures.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by team members assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, qualifications or working conditions. The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The policy of The Hershey Company is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veterans. You may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our online application process as a result of a disability. You can request an accommodation via phone or email. To request an accommodation via phone, please call [phone] and leave a voicemail with your contact information. You may also email a request for accommodation to [e-mail]. Please be sure to include "Accommodation Needed" in the subject line. This will ensure that your email is routed to the appropriate contact who will handle your request.