Maintenance Technician - Weekend Shift (3 Days, Paid 40 Hours!)

Fortress Nutrition, LLC; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 45,460,800 - 49,593,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

PTO with carryover

Paid Holidays

Medical, dental & vision

Job summary

Fortress Nutrition, LLC is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician for our Weekend Shift in Milwaukee, WI. You will troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on high-speed beverage canning equipment to keep production running smoothly.

The role requires 3+ years in industrial maintenance, strong mechanical/electrical skills, and the ability to work Fri-Sun 6:00 AM–6:00 PM with hands-on training and safety compliance as priorities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of maintenance experience on high-speed equipment in manufacturing.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.
• Reliable, flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair production equipment using mechanical and electrical knowledge.
• Respond quickly to production line calls and minimize downtime.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and facility systems.
• Support product setups, changeovers and general production operations.
• Monitor equipment for unusual sounds, movements, or performance issues.
• Conduct root cause analysis and coordinate with vendors as needed.
• Disassemble and repair equipment, replace defective parts.
• Perform minor facility repairs (plumbing, electrical, carpentry, etc.).
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.
• Ensure GMP, HACCP, OSHA, FDA, EPA compliance.
• Provide support to production teams and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

English communication

Overtime readiness

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

PLC systems

Job description

Fortress Nutrition is growing—and we're looking for a skilled, driven and reliable Maintenance Technician to support our high-speed Beverage Canning operations on our Weekend Shift. If you enjoy hands‑on troubleshooting, working with machinery/equipment, and being the person who keeps production running, this is a great opportunity to join a fast‑paced manufacturing team.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Work 3 days and get paid for 40 hours
• Enjoy a consistent Friday-Sunday schedule while earning a full‑time paycheck‑giving you more time off during the week
• Be part of a team where your work directly impacts production uptime and efficiency

Schedule: Weekend Shift

• Friday - Sunday: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• 3-day work week (36 hours worked, paid for 40 hours minimum)

Training Schedule (Required)

• Monday - Friday, between the hours of 6:00 AM - 5:30 PM
• Must be available to train at least 3 hours per shift to receive hands‑on training on equipment, systems, and processes

Training hours/schedule may be flexible based on your availability, but must be completed during the week between the hours of 6:00 AM - 5:30 PM.

What You'll Do

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair production equipment using mechanical and electrical knowledge
• Respond quickly to production line calls and resolve issues to minimize downtime
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and facility systems
• Support product setups, changeovers, and general production operations
• Monitor equipment for unusual sounds, movements, or performance issues
• Conduct root cause analysis and coordinate with vendors as needed
• Disassemble and repair equipment, replacing defective parts as required
• Perform minor facility repairs (plumbing, electrical, carpentry, etc.)
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation
• Ensure compliance with GMP, HACCP, and regulatory standards (OSHA, FDA, EPA, etc.)
• Provide support and guidance to production teams when needed
• Follow all safety and quality procedures at all times
• Perform all other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 3+ years of maintenance experience in industrial manufacturing on high-speed equipment (food, beverage, pharmaceutical, or similar preferred)
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English
• Must be reliable, flexible, and able to adapt to changing priorities
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and be on‑call as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related field
• Experience with high-speed packaging equipment and PLC systems
• Knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, and food safety & quality standards
• Experience in food, beverage, bottling, canning, high-speed packaging, or other regulated manufacturing environments

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 12 hours per shift)
• Frequent use of hands and fingers to handle and operate tools and equipment
• Bending, kneeling, climbing (on ladders/mezzanines up to 20 feet high), and reaching as needed
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50lbs on a frequent basis

Pay & Benefits

• Starting Pay: $33.00-$36.00+ per hour, with higher starting rates offered based on experience and qualifications
• Weekend Shift Premium + $1.00

Benefits Include:

• Paid Training – Flexible Training Hours to Fit Your Schedule
• PTO Package with Carryover Option
• Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental & Vision (Affordable Family Coverage)
• HSA with Company Contributions
• Company-paid Life, AD&D, Short‑ & Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) with strong company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Bonuses
• And more

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Fortress Nutrition is an Equal Opportunity Employer.