Packaging & Conveyance Maintenance Mechanic (Food Processing)

Falcontek Solutions; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Falcontek Solutions in Baltimore, MD seeks a hands-on Maintenance Mechanic to diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems on packaging and processing equipment. You will install, maintain, and rebuild machinery to keep uptime high and product quality consistent, with emphasis on conveyors, fillers, blow molders, and related lines.

The role requires reading schematics, strong troubleshooting across multiple domains, and a proven track record in preventive

Qualifications

• Experience as a Maintenance Mechanic or Electro-Mechanical Technician.
• Background in manufacturing/production maintenance (food preferred).
• Fluency in reading mechanical and electrical prints and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair issues in mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Install, maintain, and rebuild machinery to sustain uptime and product quality.
• Maintain and improve conveyors, packaging lines, and related equipment.
• Plan and execute preventive maintenance to head off failures and downtime.
• Respond quickly to line stops and implement lasting fixes.
• Assist with changeovers and settings adjustments to meet throughput goals.
• Conduct inspections to identify wear and potential failure modes.
• Log all work—repairs, inspections, downtime, and parts consumption.
• Follow GMP and SQF safety procedures.

Skills

Schematic reading

Troubleshooting

Conveyor maintenance

VFDs

PLC basics

Preventive maintenance

Safety practices

Education

High school diploma or technical certificate

Tools

VFDs

PLCs

Servo motors

Conveyors

Job description

What if your next fix kept thousands of packages moving today?Do you thrive on tracking down the root cause—whether it’s a misaligned sensor, a slipping belt, or a sticky solenoid? Can you read a schematic, swap a servo, and still make a 15‑minute changeover window? If yes, this role is built for you.Role snapshotJoin our client, a food processing operation, as the go-to expert for packaging and materials handling equipment. You’ll blend mechanical know-how with electrical acuity to keep production safe, steady, and on spec.You will:Diagnose and repair issues in mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems across the plant.Install, maintain, and rebuild machinery to sustain uptime and product quality.Maintain and improve conveyors, packaging lines, rotary gear, carton fillers, blow molders, bottle trimmers, baggers, and debaggers.Plan and execute preventive maintenance to head off failures and shrink downtime.Respond quickly to line stops; stabilize equipment and implement lasting fixes.Assist with changeovers, fine-tuning, and settings adjustments to meet throughput goals.Conduct inspections to identify wear and potential failure modes before they impact production.Accurately log all work—repairs, inspections, downtime, and parts consumption.Follow company safety procedures and verify machinery operates safely.Operate in full compliance with GMP and SQF guidelines.Bring your strengthsExperience as a Maintenance Mechanic, Electro-Mechanical Technician, Industrial Maintenance Technician, or similar.Strong troubleshooting across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic domains.Background in manufacturing/production maintenance (food preferred).Hands-on time with conveyors, packaging equipment, and blow molding is a plus.Fluency in reading mechanical and electrical prints and schematics.Track record in preventive maintenance and precision repair.Own your tools.Capable of working independently and reacting effectively to breakdowns.Dedicated to safety, GMP, and SQF standards.Where you excelMechanical troubleshootingElectrical troubleshooting and repairPneumatics diagnosticsService-oriented maintenanceGeneral maintenance and repairHeavy material handlingIndustrial electrical systemsHydraulic systems and componentsMechanical system/component repairLow-voltage cabling installationEquipment installation, wiring, repair, and maintenanceTech you’ll work withVFDs for motor controlPLCs for automation and I/OConveyor platforms of various configurationsServo motors and motion systems