Maintenance Technician Lead - 2ND Shift

B&G Foods Inc.; Hurlock (MD); On-site; USD 43,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Wellness program

Employee discounts

Life insurance

Job summary

B&G Foods Inc. is seeking a Lead Maintenance Technician to oversee daily maintenance operations, drive equipment reliability, and ensure safety and efficiency on the floor. You will guide a team, troubleshoot issues, and partner with production to minimize downtime through preventive maintenance.

The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, accuracy in reports, and adherence to GMPs while supporting continuous improvement and safe, compliant work practices across the site in Maryland.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 5 years of maintenance experience required.
• Previous leadership experience preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of Lockout/Tagout procedures and safety practices.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and specifications.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate within a team.
• Experience with maintenance systems and equipment optimization.

Responsibilities

• Assign and prioritize work based on production needs, equipment status, and team capability.
• Monitor work quality and address performance issues as needed.
• Provide guidance and support to technicians to improve job-related skills.
• Evaluate equipment and systems to identify maintenance and repair needs.
• Inspect work areas, tools, and equipment to ensure safe working conditions.
• Enforce safety procedures and provide training to prevent unsafe practices.
• Inspect and test completed work to confirm it meets required standards.
• Support efforts to reduce downtime through preventive maintenance practices.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels for parts, tools, and supplies.
• Prepare and maintain maintenance reports, tracking equipment performance and trends.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant work environment, including adherence to GMPs.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Safety procedures

Technical reading

Communication skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Maintenance optimization

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Join our Family!

We are seeking a Lead Maintenance Technician to support and coordinate daily maintenance operations while ensuring equipment reliability, safety, and efficiency. This role is responsible for guiding maintenance activities, assisting with troubleshooting and repairs, monitoring work quality, and helping reduce downtime through effective preventive maintenance. The position works closely with the maintenance team and production to ensure equipment and systems are maintained in accordance with company standards, safety requirements, and operational needs, while also supporting continuous improvement in maintenance practices.

Responsibilities

• Assign and prioritize work based on production needs, equipment status, and team capability
• Monitor work quality and address performance issues as needed
• Provide guidance and support to technicians to improve job-related skills
• Evaluate equipment and systems to identify maintenance and repair needs
• Inspect work areas, tools, and equipment to ensure safe working conditions
• Enforce safety procedures and provide training to prevent unsafe practices
• Inspect and test completed work to confirm it meets required standards
• Support efforts to reduce downtime through preventive maintenance practices
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels for parts, tools, and supplies
• Prepare and maintain maintenance reports, tracking equipment performance and trends
• Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant work environment, including adherence to GMPs

Experience, Skills, Education

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum of 5 years of maintenance experience required
• Previous leadership experience preferred
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Knowledge of Lockout/Tagout procedures and safety practices
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and specifications
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaborate within a team
• Experience with maintenance systems and equipment optimization

Compensation

Base Pay Range: $27.01 - $45.01

Final base pay will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to; role responsibilities, experience, skills, education, geographic location, and/or internal pay equity. Please keep in mind that we consider internal pay equity and hiring at the maximum of the salary range uncommon.

Benefits

We offer a variety of benefits that include comprehensive, affordable health and wellness coverage for you and your family.

• Paid time off (holidays, vacation and sick days)
• Medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision coverage
• Life, disability and AD&D insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Flexible spending accounts
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Employee assistance programs
• Telemedicine
• Work-life balance
• Employee discounts
• Wellness program
• Paid parental leave

Benefits may vary by location and position.

Equal Employment Opportunity

B&G Foods is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process should contact Human Resources. For more information on your federal rights, please review the EEOC’s Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination Is Illegal poster at https://www.eeoc.gov/poster.