Maintenance Technician I — Food Plant (Full-Time)

United Petfood Group; Mishawaka (IN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

United Petfood is seeking a Maintenance Technician I in Mishawaka, IN to perform setup, repairs, and preventive maintenance of production equipment and facilities. This hourly, full-time role supports the Maintenance department and requires mechanical and electrical basics.

You will follow CMMS work orders, stock spare parts, and help senior technicians with repairs, while adhering to GMP, safety and food safety standards. Proficiency with MS Office and strong attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Basic mechanical and electrical competency.
• Experience in a food environment preferred.
• Ability to follow instructions precisely and troubleshoot machinery.
• Computer literate with MS Office.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Effective written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Execute preventive maintenance program for production and facility equipment.
• Maintain spare parts inventory and organize replenishment.
• Suggest and implement changes to work policies and equipment procedures.
• Document all work in CMMS and ensure data accuracy.
• Support senior Maintenance Technicians in larger equipment repairs.
• Perform routine greasing and lubrication, and facility upkeep.
• Follow GMP and safety policies and ensure compliance.

Skills

Mechanical competency

Electrical competency

MS Office / Computer literacy

Time management

Attention to detail

English communication

Education

Food environment experience preferred

Tools

CMMS

Job description

United Petfood is seeking a Maintenance Technician I in Mishawaka, IN to perform setup, repairs, and preventive maintenance of production equipment and facilities. This hourly, full-time role supports the Maintenance department and requires mechanical and electrical basics.

You will follow CMMS work orders, stock spare parts, and help senior technicians with repairs, while adhering to GMP, safety and food safety standards. Proficiency with MS Office and strong attention to detail are essential.