Packaging Line Mechanic - Maintenance & Troubleshooting

Reily Foods Company; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation & Sick Time

Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

401(k) with company match

EAP and financial wellness resources

Company‑Paid Disability

Company‑Paid Life Insurance

Job summary

Reily Foods Company is seeking a Line Mechanic / Manufacturing Maintenance Technician to safely troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and install production and packaging equipment in a fast-paced facility. You will minimize downtime, perform preventive maintenance, and ensure equipment operates reliably to meet daily production goals.

The role requires 3+ years of maintenance experience, strong mechanical skills, and the ability to work a flexible schedule including rotating shifts.

Qualifications

• Technical certification preferred
• 3+ years of manufacturing facility maintenance experience
• Basic technical skills include Mechanical, Troubleshooting, Pneumatics, Fluid Power, Hand Tools
• Strong problem solving and analysis skills
• Self-directed team player with ability to communicate effectively and complete projects in a timely manner
• Willingness and ability to work a flexible schedule inclusive of rotating between shifts as needed
• Strong safety awareness
• Positive attitude with ability to follow rules and directions

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

Skills

Mechanical

Troubleshooting

Pneumatics

Fluid Power

Hand Tools

Safety Awareness

Problem Solving

Communication

Shift Flexibility

Education

Technical certification

Tools

Redzone Digital Production System

Job description

Reily Foods Company is seeking a Line Mechanic / Manufacturing Maintenance Technician to safely troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and install production and packaging equipment in a fast-paced facility. You will minimize downtime, perform preventive maintenance, and ensure equipment operates reliably to meet daily production goals.

The role requires 3+ years of maintenance experience, strong mechanical skills, and the ability to work a flexible schedule including rotating shifts.