Maintenance Technician III

BG Foods; North Carolina; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401k company match

Medical/dental/vision benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

BG Foods is looking for a Maintenance Technician III in Yadkinville, NC, to provide technical leadership and advanced troubleshooting in a food manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in mechanical, electrical, or automation maintenance.

You will mentor junior technicians, manage complex repairs, and ensure compliance with safety and food integrity standards. This is a full-time position with benefits including paid time off, medical, and a 401k company match.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in industrial mechanical, electrical, or automation maintenance.
• Expertise in troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and PLC-controlled systems.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn new software and systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead advanced troubleshooting and system optimization across production and utility systems.
• Mentor and train Maintenance Technicians Levels 1 and 2.
• Execute preventive maintenance strategies and reliability initiatives.

Skills

Expert-level troubleshooting skills

Proficiency with Allen-Bradley PLC systems

Ability to fabricate and modify equipment

Strong leadership and communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Precision diagnostic equipment

Job description

## Maintenance Technician IIIApplylocations: Yadkinville, NCtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: R4510**Ready to be part of something special?** **Join our Family!****Job Summary**This position is for 1st shift & is located in our Yadkinville, NC Facility.Our company offers paid time off, medical/dental/vision benefits, 401k company match, & tuition reimbursement.The Maintenance Technician III- serves as a senior technical expert responsible for advanced troubleshooting, system optimization, and reliability improvement across production and utility systems. This role provides technical leadership, mentors other technicians, and partners with supervision and engineering to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant plant operations in a food manufacturing environment.### **Direct Responsibilities*** Lead advanced mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automation troubleshooting across packaging, processing, filling, and utility systems.* Troubleshoot, replace, configure, and commission Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs).* Perform complex repairs, system rebuilds, and precision adjustments on production and utility equipment.* Diagnose root causes of chronic equipment failures and implement long‐term corrective and preventive solutions.* Perform advanced PLC troubleshooting and logic interpretation; support and collaborate on logic and control improvements.* Install, configure, and troubleshoot process control and instrumentation devices including I/Ps, PID loops, and recording devices (e.g., Jumo, ABB, Endress).* Support and optimize processing, filler, and automated systems for performance, safety, and reliability.* Execute, validate, and improve preventive maintenance strategies and reliability‐centered maintenance initiatives.* Support plant utilities including boilers, air compressors, dryers, cooling towers, and chillers.* Respond to high‐impact production downtime events and lead rapid resolution efforts.* Mentor, train, and technically guide Maintenance Technicians Levels 1 and 2 and support operator technical development.**Essential Responsibilities*** Follow and champion OSHA safety guidelines, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, and all facility safety policies.* Maintain strict adherence to GMPs, HACCP, SQF, and plant sanitation standards.* Ensure all maintenance activities protect product integrity and do not compromise food safety.* Accurately document maintenance activities, system changes, and reliability improvements in CMMS/EAM systems.* Apply advanced problem‐solving and analytical techniques to address new, complex, and previously unseen issues.* Serve as a technical authority and escalation point for complex equipment and system challenges.* Ensure maintenance practices remain audit‐ready and fully compliant with internal and external requirements.**Skills, Experience & Education****Required:*** High School Diploma or GED.* Minimum of 5+ years of experience in industrial mechanical, electrical, or automation maintenance.* Basic computer skills and ability to learn new software and systems.* Expert‐level troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and PLC‐controlled systems.* Proficiency with Allen‐Bradley PLC systems (SLC‐5/05 required; ControlLogix preferred).* Demonstrated knowledge of 3‐phase (480V) electrical circuits, motor starters, and controls.* Strong understanding of process control instrumentation (I/P, PID loops, sensors, recorders).* Ability to troubleshoot, adapt, and source non‐OEM replacement components when necessary.* Advanced understanding of processing, filling, and packaging systems.* Ability to fabricate and modify equipment.* Ability to use metal shear, brake, lathe, mill drill press and fabrication tools.* Proficiency using hand tools, precision instruments, and advanced diagnostic equipment.* Strong leadership, mentoring, and communication skills.**Preferred:*** Basic to intermediate welding skills (TIG, MIG, Stick, Gas).* Working knowledge of plant utility systems including boilers, compressors, dryers, cooling towers, and chillers.* Experience leading maintenance best practices, reliability initiatives, or continuous improvement efforts.**Work Requirements*** Willingness to work flexible hours including all shifts, on-call schedules, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.* Ability to respond effectively during emergencies and critical downtime situations.* Commitment to continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and technical leadership.* Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Lead.