Maintenance Technician - 3rd Shift

Utz Brands, Inc.; Algona (WA); On-site; USD 36,675 - 52,234; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with match

Paid time off and sick leave

Job summary

Utz Brands, Inc. is looking for a Maintenance Technician to join their manufacturing facility in Algona, WA. This role involves troubleshooting and repairing a variety of manufacturing and facility equipment. Candidates should have 5-7 years of experience in a manufacturing environment and possess skills in mechanical and electrical repairs.

The starting pay is $32.27/hour plus a $1.00 per hour differential for working 3rd Shift. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan with a match.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Advanced knowledge in electrical systems and PLCs.
• Experience with general category tools and safe operating practices.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and repairs manufacturing equipment and various facility equipment types.
• Prepares, coordinates, and implements preventive maintenance.
• Minor electrical installations and quality tasks.

Skills

General mechanical skills

PLC (programmable logic controllers)

General electrical skills

General plumbing skills

General welding skills

Machining and lathe operations

Education

5-7 years experience in a manufacturing environment

Job description

Are you seeking a rewarding and respectful career; backed by a team of manufacturing professionals with a shared goal to help you succeed? If so, it's time to consider a career with Utz Quality Foods! We are seeking a Maintenance Technician to work from our manufacturing facility in Algona, WA on 3rd Shift.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and repairs manufacturing equipment (motor controls, DC/AC drives and controls, frying and baking equipment, sheeters, extruders, temperature instrumentation, burner systems and controls, packaging machines, electronic scales, programmable logic controllers).
• Responsible for repairing various facility equipment types (lift trucks, pumps, fans, air compressors, hydraulic equipment, HVAC).
• Must be able to troubleshoot and repair PLC‑controlled equipment.
• Prepares, coordinates, and implements preventive maintenance.
• Completes installation and repair work from schematics and drawings.
• Capable of minor electrical installations.
• Responsible for quality and food safety tasks for their position.

Requirements

• General mechanical skills consistent with 5‑7 years experience in a manufacturing environment (food manufacturing a plus).
• Advanced knowledge/training/certification in the following areas: General electrical including blueprint reading and schematics;
• General plumbing involving installing, maintaining and repairing water, gas, and drainage systems;
• General welding including ARC, oxy‑acetylene, torch;
• Machining and lathe operations;
• PLC (programmable logic controllers);
• Knowledge of safe operating practices involved in the use of power tools, lock‑out/tag‑out programs and food safety;
• Experience with general category tools (hammers, pliers, grease guns, etc.);
• Knowledge of parts procurement and inventory processes to ensure uninterrupted operation of equipment and critical part replenishment.

Starting Payrate

$32.27/hour + $1.00 per hour for 3rd Shift differential.

Benefits Offered

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Long‑Term Disability, additional life insurance;
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with match;
• Six paid holidays per calendar year;
• Paid time off (vacation and FLEX PTO on an accrual rate);
• Paid sick leave in accordance with WA state law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.