Maintenance Technician- 3rd Shift

WMFHA; Irvine, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

The WMFHA ice cream manufacturing facility is seeking a 3rd shift Maintenance and Electrical Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair production equipment and facility systems. This role focuses on electrical and mechanical skills to keep conveyors, mixers, freezers, and packaging equipment running safely.

You will work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed, perform preventive and corrective maintenance, document activities, and collaborate with Production, QA, and Sanitation teams

Qualifications

• 4+ years of industrial maintenance in a food or beverage manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems including PLCs, control circuits, sensors, and VFDs.
• Experience with ammonia refrigeration systems (CARO certification is a plus).
• Ability to read schematics and manuals.
• Experience working in cold environments with sanitary equipment.
• Excellent troubleshooting and teamwork.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts including nights, weekends, or holidays.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on ice cream production equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems including motors, control panels, sensors, VFDs, and PLCs.
• Diagnose mechanical issues involving pumps, gearboxes, valves, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Assist in equipment installations, upgrades, and continuous improvement projects.
• Respond to urgent maintenance requests to minimize downtime.
• Monitor refrigeration systems and ensure food safety compliance.
• Document maintenance activities and equipment performance.
• Collaborate with Production, QA, and Sanitation to follow GMPs and OSHA standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area.

Skills

Electrical systems

PLC & VFD knowledge

Troubleshooting & repair

Mechanical maintenance

Reading schematics

Education

CARO certification (ammonia)

Job description

Position Summary:

The 3rd shift Maintenance and Electrical Technician plays a key role in supporting daily operations at our ice cream manufacturing facility by maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production equipment and facility systems. This position requires strong electrical and mechanical skills to ensure safe and efficient operation of machinery used in mixing, freezing, packaging, and storage processes. This position is for 3rd shift.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on ice cream production equipment (freezers, fillers, conveyors, mixers, refrigeration systems, etc.).
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems including motors, control panels, sensors, VFDs, and PLCs.
• Diagnose mechanical issues involving pumps, gearboxes, valves, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Assist in equipment installations, upgrades, and continuous improvement projects.
• Respond to urgent maintenance requests to minimize production downtime.
• Monitor and maintain refrigeration and temperature control systems in compliance with food safety standards.
• Document all maintenance activities, parts used, and equipment performance in maintenance logs.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality Assurance, and Sanitation teams to ensure safe and compliant operations. Follow GMPs, food safety, and OSHA standards at all times.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.

Qualifications:

• 4+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a food or beverage manufacturing environment (ice cream/dairy experience is a plus).
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems including PLCs, control circuits, sensors, and VFDs.
• Familiarity with ammonia refrigeration systems (CARO certification a plus).
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and manuals.
• Experience working in cold environments and with sanitary equipment preferred.
• Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts, including nights, weekends, or holidays as needed.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working in cold environments (freezers and refrigerated areas).
• Ability to climb ladders, stoop, kneel, and reach overhead as needed.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Electrical: 4 years (Preferred)
• Maintenance: 4 years (Preferred)
• Food Manufacturing: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person