Maintenance Technician II

BG Foods; Yadkinville (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision benefits

401k company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

BG Foods is seeking a Maintenance Technician for our Yadkinville, NC facility. The role requires hands-on mechanical and electrical maintenance on packaging lines, conveyors, pumps, and automated machinery.

You will diagnose failures, perform repairs, and support PLC-controlled equipment while maintaining safety and food-safety standards. Expect to read schematics, execute preventive maintenance, and mentor junior technicians.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of industrial mechanical and/or electrical maintenance experience.
• High school diploma or GED required; technical training a plus.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair production equipment and packaging lines.
• Diagnose root causes of failures and implement corrective actions.
• Read electrical prints and schematics to support maintenance.
• Perform preventive maintenance and document in CMMS.
• Mentor and train Level 1 technicians and operators.
• Ensure safety and GMP compliance during maintenance work.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Team mentoring

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC systems

Diagnostics tools

EAM/CMMS

Job description

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Job Summary

This position is located in our Yadkinville, NC Facility. Our company offers paid time off, medical/dental/vision benefits, 401k company match, & tuition reimbursement.

Direct Responsibilities

• Perform intermediate to advanced mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic troubleshooting on production equipment including packaging lines, conveyors, mixers, processing equipment, pumps, and automated machinery.
• Diagnose root causes of equipment failures and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Execute equipment repairs including component replacement, precision adjustments, gearbox installation, and mechanical drive service (belts, chains, gears).
• Troubleshoot and support PLC-controlled equipment, including basic I/O checks, sensor adjustments, and system diagnostics.
• Perform inspections and testing on motors, drives, bearings, belts, pneumatic systems, and electrical components.
• Execute and document preventive maintenance tasks using Work Order and PM programs.
• Identify potential equipment failures and recommend improvements to maintenance programs.
• Respond promptly to production downtime to minimize disruption and restore operations.
• Support equipment setup, calibrations, line changeovers, and production adjustments.
• Train and guide Maintenance Technician - Level 1 employees and support machine operators with equipment fundamentals.

Essential Responsibilities

• Follow OSHA safety guidelines, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, and all facility safety policies.
• Maintain strict adherence to GMPs, HACCP, SQF, and plant sanitation standards.
• Ensure maintenance work does not contaminate production areas or compromise product safety.
• Accurately document maintenance activities, repairs, and PM completion in EAM/CMMS systems.
• Read, interpret, and apply electrical prints, schematics, manuals, and technical documentation.
• Apply structured troubleshooting and practical problem-solving techniques for new or complex issues.
• Communicate effectively with maintenance, operations, and leadership regarding equipment status and risks.
• Serve as a technical resource and mentor for lower-level technicians.

Skills & Experience Required

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in industrial mechanical and/or electrical maintenance.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with working knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Working knowledge of pneumatic control systems and preventive maintenance practices.
• Proficiency troubleshooting using electrical prints, input/output indicators, and diagnostic tools.
• Knowledge of 3-phase (480V) electrical systems, motor starters, and controls.
• Experience with pumps (centrifugal, diaphragm, positive displacement).
• Ability to read schematics, manuals, and technical documentation.
• Proficiency using hand tools, precision instruments, and diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and mentor others.
• Physically capable of meeting all job demands, including working at heights and in industrial environments.

Preferred

• Working knowledge of Allen-Bradley PLC systems; ability to read ladder logic preferred but not required.
• Basic welding skills (TIG, MIG, Stick, Gas).
• Understanding of conveyors (tabletop, belt, bottle, and full-case systems).
• Understanding of EAM/CMMS and preventive maintenance management processes.
• Basic knowledge of networking and machine communication protocols.

Work Requirements

• Willingness to work flexible hours including all shifts, weekends, holidays, on-call schedules, and overtime as required.
• Commitment to continuous learning and skill development.
• Ability to support cross-training and team development initiatives.

Equal Employment Opportunity

B&G Foods is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you’d like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please see www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf.

Company Information

With our headquarters based in Parsippany, New Jersey, B&G Foods and our subsidiaries manufacture, sell and distribute high-quality, branded shelf‑stable and frozen foods across the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. With B&G Foods’ diverse portfolio of more than 50 brands you know and love, including B&G, B&M, Cream of Wheat, Clabber Girl, Crisco, Dash, Green Giant, Las Palmas, Le Sueur, Mama Mary’s, Maple Grove Farms, New York Style, Ortega, Polaner, Spice Islands and Victoria, there’s a little something for everyone. For more information about B&G Foods and our brands, please visit www.bgfoods.com.