Maintenance Technician II - 1st shift FAB Weekend/Weekday

CJ Schwan’s; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Friday pay

PTO first year

Paid holidays & personal days

Health plans

Vision plans

401k matching

Disability plans

Employee assistance program

Job summary

CJ Schwan’s is hiring a Maintenance Technician II for 1st shift in a food manufacturing environment. The role focuses on preventive maintenance, complex mechanical repairs, and supporting production with equipment setup and installation.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of maintenance experience, a high school diploma or GED (2-year degree preferred), and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Competitive benefits and stability are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; two-year degree preferred.
• 3+ years of related maintenance experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct preventive maintenance and troubleshooting on conveyor systems and food production machinery.
• Perform mechanical repairs including shaft keying, sprocket broaching, gear head replacement, welding, and hose fabrication.
• Assist with equipment setup, teardown, welding, fabrication, and installation.
• Diagnose mechanical issues through observation and precision measurement and resolve root causes.
• Document maintenance activities in SAP and coordinate with production teams.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Building skills

Shift flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

2-year maintenance trade degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Job description

Maintenance Technician II - 1st shift FAB Weekend/Weekday

#26-4546

Florence, Kentucky, United States

Job Description.

Starting Pay: $31.50 per hour
Additional $1.50 shift differential from 6 p.m. -- 6 a.m.
Shift: 1st

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].