Maintenance Technician: PLCs, Safety & Plant Reliability

FactoryFix; Dowagiac (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

FactoryFix is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to support a fast-paced manufacturing environment in Dowagiac, Michigan. You will ensure reliability of plant equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and document activities using CMMS software.

The role emphasizes safety, problem-solving, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of maintenance experience in food processing or related manufacturing, strong PLC and electrical schematic skills, and the ability to pass a

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• 3-5 years of maintenance experience in food processing or related manufacturing fields.
• Ability to pass a Respirator Fit Test and perform duties with a focus on safety.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in PLCs and electrical schematics.
• Skilled in using a variety of tools and equipment for maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all safety regulations and maintain an audit-ready facility.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical issues to enhance equipment reliability.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance, documenting changes and observations using CMMS software.
• Coordinate equipment testing post-maintenance to ensure optimal performance.
• Apply new skills and technology for capacity and reliability improvements.

Skills

Mechanical Troubleshooting

Electrical Troubleshooting

Electrical Repair

Machine Safety Inspections

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

CMMS Software

Job description

FactoryFix is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to support a fast-paced manufacturing environment in Dowagiac, Michigan. You will ensure reliability of plant equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and document activities using CMMS software.

The role emphasizes safety, problem-solving, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of maintenance experience in food processing or related manufacturing, strong PLC and electrical schematic skills, and the ability to pass a