Maintenance Technician II - 1st Shift

CJ Schwan’s; Stilwell (OK); On-site; USD 3,582,000 - 3,857,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Friday pay

Paid time off—up to 2 weeks first year

Health plans

401k with company match

Disability plans

Life insurance

Job summary

CJ Schwan’s is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician for our food manufacturing facility in Oklahoma. You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot conveyor systems, and support production with setup, welding, and fabrication tasks.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or GED, 3+ years of related maintenance experience, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. SAP experience is preferred; we offer comprehensive health plans, 401k with company match, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; two-year degree in specialized maintenance trade preferred.
• 3+ years of related maintenance experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Basic to advanced mechanical knowledge; electrical and building skills.
• SAP experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct preventive maintenance and troubleshooting on conveyor systems and food production machinery to minimize downtime.
• Perform complex mechanical repairs including shaft keying, sprocket broaching, gear head replacement, welding, hydraulic hose fabrication, and belt maintenance.
• Assist with equipment setup, teardown, welding, fabrication, and installation of new or modified plant machinery.
• Diagnose mechanical issues through observation and measurements, identifying root causes.
• Document maintenance activities in SAP and coordinate with production to optimize workflow.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical skills

Fabrication

Welding

Building skills

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two-year degree in specialized maintenance trade

Tools

SAP

Job description

Starting Pay: $27.00
Additional $1.50 shift differential from 6:00 PM -- 6:00 AM
Shift: 1st Shift

Schedule: 5:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Monday - Friday

What We Offer:

• Weekly Friday pay
• Earn up to 2 weeks paid time off your first year
• 7 paid holidays and 2 personal days each year
• 3 Health Plans
• 2 Vision Plans
• Immediately vesting 401k with up to 4% Company Match
• Short- & Long-Term Disability Plans
• Numerous company-paid benefits, including, financial planning, employee assistance program, life insurance, virtual physical therapy assistance, and caregiving support

If you are interested in joining a growing company with popular retail brands such as Red Baron®, Tony's®, and Freschetta® pizza; Mrs. Smith's® and Edwards® desserts; bibigo® and Pagoda® Asian-style snacks, this role is for you. This is a full-time position in a food manufacturing environment with opportunities for advancement!

What You Will Do:

• Conduct advanced preventive maintenance and troubleshooting on conveyor systems and food production machinery to ensure reliable operation and minimize downtime.
• Perform complex mechanical repairs including shaft keying, sprocket broaching, gear head replacement, stainless steel welding, hydraulic hose fabrication, and belt maintenance using specialized tools and equipment.
• Assist with equipment setup, teardown, welding, fabrication, and installation of new or modified plant machinery to support production needs.
• Diagnose mechanical issues through observation, auditory assessment, and use of precision measuring instruments, and effectively identifying and resolving root causes.
• Utilize SAP software to document maintenance activities, track work orders, and communicate effectively with production and operations teams to optimize workflow.

What You Will Bring:

• High school diploma or GED; two-year degree in specialized maintenance trade preferred.
• 3+ years of related experience.
• Work different ranges of hours such as full-time, overtime, or weekend shifts.
• Basic to advanced mechanical knowledge, electrical and building skills.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

CJ Schwan's and its employing subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, veteran status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law. Schwan's Company also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about an accommodation or need assistance with completing the application process, please email [e-mail].