Maintenence Mechanic

Wm B Reily & Company; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation & sick time

Medical, dental & vision coverage

HSA contributions

FSA & DCFSA

Job summary

Reily Foods Company is seeking a Line Mechanic / Manufacturing Maintenance Technician at the Knoxville, TN facility to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production equipment to minimize downtime and ensure safe operation.

The role requires hands-on mechanical skills, experience with industrial equipment, and the ability to work with Production, Quality, and Maintenance teams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical school, vocational training, associate degree, or certification in Industrial Maintenance or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of industrial maintenance experience preferred.
• Experience with CMMS, digital production systems, or downtime tracking systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair packaging and production line equipment in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Perform preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and support daily goals.
• Prioritize equipment issues based on impact, urgency, safety, and production needs.
• Communicate issues, repairs, and maintenance with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and leadership teams.
• Utilize the Digital Production System to track downtime and document production information.
• Complete equipment changeovers safely and efficiently.
• Read and interpret equipment drawings, schematics, and OEM manuals for troubleshooting.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Problem solving

Safety conscious

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical school / trade certificate

Tools

CMMS

Digital Production System (Redzone)

Downtime tracking systems

Job description

Job Details Job Location: Knoxville Plant - Knoxville, TN 37919 Position Type: Full Time Job Shift: Any Build your career with our family‑owned company. For more than 100 years, Reily Foods Company has been creating and distributing food and beverage products that bring people together. Our family of brands includes JFG Coffee, Luzianne Tea, Tiger Sauce, Swan's Down Cake Flour and many others enjoyed by consumers across the country.

Our Line Mechanic / Manufacturing Maintenance Technicians are responsible for safely troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, and installing production and packaging equipment within a fast-paced industrial manufacturing facility. This hands‑on technician role supports daily production by minimizing equipment downtime, completing preventive maintenance, performing equipment changeovers, and ensuring manufacturing equipment operates safely, efficiently, and reliably.

Successful candidates will have experience working with industrial production equipment and possess strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills. The Line Mechanic works closely with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and other support teams to quickly resolve equipment issues while following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), food safety requirements, employee safety standards, and established production procedures.

This position plays an important role in supporting manufacturing efficiency, equipment reliability, product quality, and the achievement of daily production goals.

Positions available on all shifts. Overtime required as needed to support the business. 1st Shift: M-F 5:30am - 4:00pm / 2nd Shift: M-F 2:00pm - 10:30pm / 3rd Shift: SU-TH 8:00pm - 6:30am

Job Responsibilities:

• Safely troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair packaging and production line equipment in an industrial manufacturing environment
• Perform mechanical maintenance and repairs efficiently and effectively to minimize production downtime and support daily manufacturing goals
• Prioritize equipment issues based on operational impact, urgency, safety, and production requirements
• Communicate equipment issues, repairs, and maintenance needs effectively with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and leadership teams
• Utilize the Digital Production System (Redzone) to track equipment downtime, document production information, complete quality compliance requirements, and communicate with support functions
• Complete equipment and production line changeovers safely and efficiently
• Perform preventive maintenance on assigned production and packaging equipment to improve equipment reliability and reduce unplanned downtime
• Read and interpret equipment drawings, schematics, technical documentation, and OEM manuals to troubleshoot and repair industrial equipment
• Learn and maintain customer standards related to product specifications, packaging requirements, and acceptable quality standards
• Read, understand, and follow daily production instructions, maintenance requirements, specifications, and operating procedures
• Accurately complete required production, quality, traceability, maintenance, and compliance documentation
• Follow all company safety policies, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), food safety requirements, and other applicable manufacturing standards
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Technical school, vocational training, associate degree, or certification in Industrial Maintenance, Manufacturing Technology, Mechanical Technology, or a related technical field preferred
• Equivalent combination of education, technical training, and relevant industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience will be considered
• 2+ years of experience in industrial maintenance, manufacturing maintenance, production equipment maintenance, or a related mechanical technician role preferred
• Experience troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production, packaging, processing, or other industrial equipment preferred
• Experience working in a manufacturing, food production, consumer packaged goods, distribution, or other fast-paced industrial environment preferred
• Experience performing preventive maintenance, equipment changeovers, mechanical repairs, and production line troubleshooting preferred
• Experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), digital production systems, or downtime tracking systems is preferred
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to diagnose equipment failures and identify appropriate repair solutions

We offer a comprehensive and thoughtfully designed benefits package that supports the well‑being, financial security, and work‑life balance of our employees.

Benefits:

• 10 Paid Company Holidays
• Generous Paid Vacation & Sick Time
• Comprehensive, Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for you and your family
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Dependent Care FSA (DCFSA)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match and discretionary profit sharing
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and financial wellness resources
• Company-Paid Disability
• Company-Paid Life Insurance equal to 3× annual compensation
• And more benefits designed to support your health, wealth, and well‑being

Together, these benefits reflect our commitment to caring for our employees both inside and outside the workplace.