Maintenance Technician III - 3rd shift

Schwan's Company; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

PTO / Paid time off

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Dental plans

Vision plans

401k with company match

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Schwan's Company is seeking a skilled maintenance technician for a full-time role in a food manufacturing environment. You will lead preventive maintenance, diagnose mechanical issues, and execute repairs to keep conveyor systems and production machinery running smoothly.

The position offers competitive benefits and opportunities for advancement. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, 5+ years in maintenance, and experience with CNC programming, welding, and machine shop equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; two-year degree in specialized maintenance trade preferred.
• 5+ years of related experience in maintenance or manufacturing.
• Advanced mechanical knowledge with electrical/building skills.
• Experience with high-speed manufacturing equipment.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Lead preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of conveyor systems and production machinery.
• Execute major equipment repairs, fabrication, construction, and installation projects (welding to food-safe standards).
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical issues using inspection and schematics.
• Fabricate and maintain plant components using lathes, sheers, benders, and welding equipment.
• Provide training to production teams on maintenance best practices.

Skills

CNC programming

Welding

Machinery maintenance

Mechanical knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

2-year maintenance trade degree

Tools

Lathes

Metal shears

Benders

Welding equipment

Precision measuring tools

Job description

Starting Pay: $33.50 per hour Additional $1.50 shift differential from 6 p.m. -- 6 a.m. Shift: 3

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

• Comprehensive Benefit Package, including:

• 3 Health Plans

• 2 Dental 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:

• Lead preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of conveyor systems and production machinery to ensure continuous, efficient plant operations.

• Execute major equipment repairs, fabrication, construction, and installation projects, including welding to food-safe standards and precise mechanical assembly.

• Diagnose and resolve mechanical issues through detailed inspection, use of precision measuring tools, and interpretation of mechanical schematics.

• Fabricate and maintain critical plant components such as guards, doors, steps, shafts, sprockets, and mounting brackets using lathes, metal sheers, benders, and welding equipment.

• Provide training and guidance to production teams on maintenance best practices to reduce downtime and ensure compliance with safety and operational protocols.

  What You Will Bring:

• High school diploma or GED; two-year degree in specialized maintenance trade preferred.

• 5+ years of related experience. Operating knowledge of machine shop related equipment, CNC programming and welding experience preferred.

• Advanced mechanical knowledge, electrical and basic to advanced building skills

• Experience with high-speed manufacturing equipment.

• 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. CJ 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].

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