Maintenance Technician – 3rd SHIFT

Norac Foods; San Antonio, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

FSA

Stress-management counseling

PTO and PTO for life events

Product discounts

401k with employer match

Job summary

Bakerly Ranch seeks a Maintenance Technician to keep production lines running safely and efficiently. You will troubleshoot and repair equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and contribute to automation and controls projects as part of the Maintenance Department.

You will work with machine operators and supervisors, maintain documentation, and follow GMP/OSHA standards to ensure quality output and reliable operations.

Qualifications

• 2 years of maintenance experience in manufacturing.
• Food processing industry experience is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to explain mechanical processes and root causes to others.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, perform, and execute line maintenance activities and communicate changes.
• Perform start-ups, operation, change-overs, and shutdowns with proper documentation.
• Lead and support maintenance team during outages or major interventions.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and adjust production equipment on site.
• Install and train on new machinery when needed.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and systems.
• Use CMMS to create, update, and close work orders.
• Test machines after repairs and document results.
• Collaborate with other departments on root cause analysis and improvements.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area and tools.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

CMMS

Documentation

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS (Manager Plus)

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring the production lines at Bakerly Ranch run safely and function optimally while troubleshooting and quickly resolving maintenance issues that arise. This includes oversight, documentation, repair, and maintenance completed with the highest safety, quality, and GMP standards. The Maintenance Technician will focus on machine maintenance to include performing preventative maintenance and repair equipment as well as contributing to automation and controls maintenance projects as a critical member of the Maintenance Department.

This position supports Bakerly’s mission by ensuring reliable operations and high-quality output while upholding the company’s core values of honesty, reliability, collaboration, positivity, and excellence.

Responsibilities and Functions

• Plan, perform, and execute line maintenance activities. Communicate changes impacting the plant and production.
• Perform all tasks and duties necessary for efficient start-ups, daily operation, change-over, and shut-downs. Maintain documentation, repair, and maintenance completed with the highest safety, quality, and GMP standards.
• Lead and support maintenance team during production line stop or major intervention.
• Proactively and properly troubleshoot, repair, and adjust production equipment at Bakerly Ranch.
• Contribute to or independently complete the installation and training on new machinery.
• Perform preventative and repair equipment on production equipment, heating and cooling systems, ingredients handling systems and plumbing systems, and assist with plant facilities.
• Utilize the CMMS (Manager Plus) system for creating, updating, and completing workorders.
• Start machines and equipment to test operation during and following repair.
• Document preventative maintenance tasks, complete work orders, and answer maintenance calls in a timely manner.
• Work with other departments on root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives to help drive efficiency and yield.
• Work directly with machine operators and production supervisors to resolve mechanical issues that arise during production.
• Maintain neat and orderly work area and properly maintain tools.
• Performing sanitary welding on equipment and food processing piping.
• Adhere to safety policies and procedures and all OSHA requirements.
• Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Assist in training production operators on proper equipment operation.
• Prepares maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Interpret electrical schematics to properly troubleshoot equipment.
• Develop and maintain quality and food safety standards.

Job Requirements

• 2 years of experience performing diverse maintenance in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in food processing industry is a plus.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Power Point.
• Ability to communicate with production operators and other maintenance technicians to be able to explain mechanical processes and root causes.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds repeatedly using proper lifting techniques.
• Good problem-solving skills and result oriented.
• Ability to lead by example using Personal Protective Equipment, abide to assigned work schedule, and basic knowledge of FDA and OSHA regulations.
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures, and around machinery, and chemicals.
• Ability to work in a team environment, assisting your teammates when needed.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Skills:

• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical diagrams
• Proficient with CMMS platforms (e.g., Manager Plus)
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Clear and professional communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Strong organizational and documentation skillsCommitment to safety and continuous improvement

Location

San Antonio, Texas

Benefits and Perks:

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance packages.
• Employer-paid life insurance and flexible spending accounts (FSA).
• Free stress-management counseling and discounts on health and fitness products.
• Two additional PTO days for marriage, birth, or adoption.
• 40% discount on all company products.
• Generous PTO policy and 401k plan with a 3% employer match.

We are committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace, free from discrimination. Our recruitment process is based solely on individual qualifications and skills, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We adhere to all applicable laws and regulations regarding non-discrimination in employment.