Maintenance Technician (Days) (1160540)

The Judge Group; McDonough (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Excellent benefits starting day one

Long-term opportunity

Job summary

The Judge Group is seeking a hands-on maintenance technician for a billion-dollar food manufacturer in McDonough, GA. This day-shift role (4 AM–4 PM, 2-on/2-off/3-on) relies on your mechanical and electrical skills to keep high-speed lines running smoothly.

You will troubleshoot and repair plant equipment (mixers, conveyors, boilers, PLCs) and support safety and quality programs. A strong background in manufacturing, boiler/hot water systems, and schematics is required; the role offers strong

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required; technical college or PLC certification preferred.
• 5+ years mechanical/electrical maintenance experience with PLC troubleshooting.
• 4+ years in manufacturing; food manufacturing/packaging preferred.
• Proficient with electrical meters, maintenance tools, and metalworking equipment.
• Experience with boiler/hot water systems.
• Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office).
• Ability to read schematics, plans, and O&M manuals.
• Physically able to stand, bend, climb, and lift 50 lbs regularly.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain plant machinery: mixers, conveyors, compressors, motors, pumps.
• Repair/replace control devices: switches, sensors, pushbuttons, contactors, motor starters.
• Maintain oven components: burners, valves, bearings, scrapers.
• Work on hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical power systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair Allen‑Bradley PLCs.
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance.
• Operate metalworking equipment: welders, drill press, grinders, sheet metal tools.
• Monitor and record environmental conditions (e.g., wastewater measurements).
• Collaborate with production, refrigeration, and warehouse teams.
• Assist in developing SOPs and duty cycles for equipment maintenance.
• Participate in plant safety, SQF2000, health, and environmental programs.
• Support boiler and hot water systems maintenance.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical maintenance

PLC troubleshooting

Schematic reading

Preventive maintenance

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Technical College or PLC Certification preferred

Tools

Electrical meters

Maintenance tools

Metalworking equipment

Boiler/Hot water systems

Job description

Location: McDonough, GA

Salary: $36.00 USD Hourly - $40.00 USD Hourly

4 AM – 4 PM | 2-On | 2-Off | 3-On

Looking for a hands‑on role where your mechanical and electrical skills keep a modern, high‑speed food production facility running? Join a billion‑dollar manufacturer producing ready‑to‑eat and ready‑to‑cook products. This day‑shift role offers strong pay, advanced equipment, and a team culture built on safety, quality, and reliability.

Compensation & Perks

• Earn up to $112,000 total in your first year, depending on experience (hourly rate + overtime)
• Get paid weekly
• Excellent benefits package starting day one
• Stable, long‑term opportunity with a growing food manufacturer
• Local candidates only — no relocation offered

What You’ll Do

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain plant machinery: mixers, conveyors, compressors, motors, pumps
• Repair/replace control devices: switches, sensors, pushbuttons, contactors, motor starters
• Maintain oven components: burners, valves, bearings, scrapers
• Work on hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical power systems
• Troubleshoot and repair Allen‑Bradley PLCs
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance
• Operate metalworking equipment: welders, drill press, grinders, sheet metal tools
• Monitor and record environmental conditions (e.g., wastewater measurements)
• Collaborate with production, refrigeration, and warehouse teams
• Assist in developing SOPs and duty cycles for equipment maintenance
• Participate in plant safety, SQF2000, health, and environmental programs
• Support boiler and hot water systems maintenance

What You Bring

• High School Diploma/GED required (Technical College or PLC Certification preferred)
• 5+ years mechanical/electrical maintenance experience (hydraulic/pneumatic + PLC troubleshooting)
• 4+ years in manufacturing (food manufacturing/packaging strongly preferred)
• Skilled with electrical meters, maintenance tools, and metalworking equipment
• Experience with boiler/hot water systems
• Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office)
• Ability to interpret schematics, plans, and O&M manuals
• Physically able to stand, bend, climb, and lift 50 lbs regularly

Why You’ll Love It

This isn’t just another maintenance job — it’s a chance to work with state‑of‑the‑art food production equipment, earn strong pay with overtime, and be part of a team that values your expertise. You’ll cross‑train, grow your skillset, and play a key role in keeping a billion‑dollar operation running smoothly.