Maintenance Technician IV (Machinist) - 1st Shift

Maker’s Pride, LLC; Front Royal (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Maker’s Pride, LLC is seeking a Maintenance Technician IV - Machinist to manufacture, modify and repair mechanical parts used in plant production equipment. The role supports maintenance by producing replacement parts to minimize downtime and improve reliability.

The position requires operating manual lathes, milling machines and grinders, reading drawings, and maintaining tight tolerances. Night shifts, overtime, and safety compliance are expected in a fast-paced bakery environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, count and identify numbers, letters, colors, symbols as required.
• Advanced mathematics skills required.
• Proficient computer skills and willingness to learn floor-based software.

Responsibilities

• Machine new parts from drawings, sketches, or worn components.
• Repair damaged parts through machining, rebuilding, or modification.
• Manufacture rolls, shafts, bushings, spacers, brackets and custom components.
• Operate and maintain manual machines (lathe, mill, drill, grinder).
• Measure and inspect parts with micrometers, calipers, indicators.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Precision measuring

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Engine lathe

Vertical milling machine

Drill press

Surface grinder

Job description

The Maintenance Technician IV - Machinist is primarily responsible for manufacturing, modifying, and repairing mechanical parts used in plant production equipment. This role supports maintenance by producing replacement parts such as rolls, shafts, bushings, brackets, and custom components to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability. Secondary responsibilities include supporting the Maintenance Technicians with floor calls, PM's and repairs when needed. The incumbent will drive for continuous, efficient and safe operation in compliance with food safety regulations, meeting and or exceeding Customer and Company expectations.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Machine new parts from drawings, sketches, or worn components
• Repair damaged parts through machining, rebuilding, or modification
• Manufacture rolls, shafts, bushings, and precision machine components, including but not limited to:

• • Conveyor Rolls
  • Shafts
  • Bushings
  • Spacers
  • Brackets
  • Custom repair components for Production Equipment

• Operate and maintain manual machines and equipment including:
  • Engine lathe
  • Vertical milling machine
  • Drill press
  • Surface grinder (if applicable)
  • Precision Measuring Tools
• Measure and inspect parts using precision tools (micrometers, calipers, indicators)
• Maintain tolerances and proper fits for mechanical components
• Assist maintenance technicians with equipment repairs when machining support is required
• Capable and willing to reverse engineer parts when drawings are not available
• Maintain machining equipment and keep the machine shop clean, orderly, organized and safe
• Document parts produced and materials used
• Provide input and recommendations to shift action plan for assigned area, seeking to update and improve PM tasks, SOP's and process efficiency.

• Collaborate with Management, Engineering and Maintenance to continuously improve processes, procedures and methods, seeking optimal efficiency and productivity with safety as the highest priority; knowledge of and willingness to engage in 5S methodology preferred.
• Attends all daily start-up, pass-down and training meetings as applicable.
• Escalates all issues as needed to the Maintenance Supervisor and management as necessary.
• Perform Lock-Out-Tag-Out when necessary.
• Follow all Food Safety and Safety Procedures and Rules.
• Continually monitor for cross contamination or foreign objects.
• Has met and is able and willing to perform all duties and qualifications of Maintenance Technician I, II & III functions, as determined by the Maintenance Manager.
• Willingness and ability to train and mentor junior Technicians as needed and requested.
• Other assigned duties, as needed.

Qualifications and Capabilities:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Regular and reliable attendance required.
• Ability to read, write, count and identify numbers, letters, colors, characters and symbols as required.
• Advanced mathematics skills required.
• Proficient computer skills and experience required; willing and open to learning computer skills on the production floor a must.
• Prior Manufacturing / Industrial experience preferred, with high preference for food / bakery experience.
• 1 year Machinist experience in Industrial Manufacturing required.
• Experience supporting maintenance departments in repairs/mechanical maintenance.
• 3 - 5 years of prior maintenance/mechanic (Industrial/manufacturing) experience or training is required, preferably with processing and/or packaging equipment.
• Experience operating manual lathes and milling machines
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and blueprints
• Knowledge of machining metals such as stainless steel, carbon steel, and aluminum
• Ability to hold tight tolerances and perform precision work
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrates functional knowledge in: Welding or fabrication experience preferred.
• Available to work night shift, overtime and weekends as needed.
• Able to work safely in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with changing priorities without losing composure.
• Able to follow all Food Safety and Safety Procedures and Rules, including wearing all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and able to follow all proper LOTO requirements.
• Must be able to comprehend and communicate with all levels of the team, including management, maintenance, sanitation and co-workers.
• Demonstrates positive Customer Service behaviors, representing the Maintenance Department to Internal and External Customers.
• Able to perform duties accurately with attention to detail, follow direction and participate as a team player or individually.
• Exhibits natural curiosity and passion for learning, training, and self-improvement.
• Demonstrates sound judgement, decision-making and problem-solving ability.
• Able to work independently with initiative, needing minimal direct supervision.
• Job training for this position is provided by the Supervisor / Assigned Trainer.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Duties may be repetitive in nature.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds on a frequent basis, and up to 75 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Position requires the ability to stand on one’s feet for up to 8 hours (with breaks), walk, use hands to handle, feel and select objects (manual dexterity), grip, frequently reach with hands and arms, bend, twist, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, see, talk and hear.
• Specific vision abilities required for this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perceptions, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Position requires the ability to occasionally:
  • Work in high temperature areas.
  • Work at heights more than 2' from the ground
  • Work around very strong magnetics

Work Environment:

• A manufacturing facility, on the production floor.
• Frequent exposure to wet, dusty and/or humid conditions and heat and/or cold.
• Physically located near moving mechanical parts.
• Surrounded by a moderate noise level which may fluctuate to increase or decrease due to mechanical equipment operation.

Starting Pay: Maintenance Technician IV starting at $40.00hr, a shift differential is offered for 2nd and 3rd shift opportunities. Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. The position is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive based on company and individual performance. We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the 90th day of employment.This information is provided per the relevant state and local pay transparency laws for the location in which this position will be performed. Base pay information is based on market location.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.