Senior Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Specialist — Food Processing

Southland Employment Services, Inc.; Bell (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Southland Employment Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced maintenance professional for the second shift at a busy food manufacturing facility in Bell Gardens, CA.

You will lead a small team of mechanics, troubleshoot HVAC/refrigeration systems, and perform high‑level electrical and mechanical repairs to keep lines running. You will read schematics, wire motors, service conveyors and gear systems, and ensure compliance with GMPs and hygiene standards.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in industrial maintenance within food manufacturing, beverage, or bottling environments.
• Proven leadership with a collaborative mindset—comfortable supporting a team and partnering with other mechanics.
• HVAC troubleshooting and repair, plus refrigeration and industrial cooling/heating expertise.
• Freezer inspection, troubleshooting, and repair capability.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints/schematics; experience with conduit, sensors, and PVC work.
• Electrical proficiency: 3-phase systems at 420 V and up to 480 V; AC/DC circuits; wiring new motors to production lines.
• Mechanical depth across conveyors, motors, rotors, shafts, bearings, gears, cutting machinery, punch presses, boilers, and chillers.
• Hydraulic and pneumatic systems troubleshooting and repair.
• Forklift and reach truck maintenance, repair, and operation.
• Welding with MIG and stick is helpful.
• Adaptability to a food production facility, with GMPs and strong personal hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Walk production lines to identify bearing noise and ensure equipment runs to spec.
• Troubleshoot HVAC, refrigeration, chillers, and boilers; perform on‑the‑spot repairs to protect inventory.
• Open schematics and blueprints; trace circuits, run conduit and PVC; work with 3‑phase systems (420–480 V).
• Wire new motors into production lines; align shafts, rotors, gears; install blades to minimize downtime.
• Diagnose hydraulic and pneumatic faults; service forklifts and reach trucks; support facility maintenance tasks.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

HVAC repair

Electrical safety

Reading schematics

Tools

Conduit & PVC installation

MIG welding

Hydraulic/pneumatic systems

Job description

Step into Second Shift and Keep a Food Plant Running StrongOur client operates a fast-paced food manufacturing and processing facility in Bell Gardens, CA, producing Chinese and other Asian food products. Growth has created an opening on the second shift for a seasoned maintenance professional who can lead by example and collaborate closely with fellow mechanics.A Day in the RoleAs the floor transitions to second shift, you’ll join a brief handoff with the outgoing team, align priorities, and get to work:Walk the production lines, listening for bearing noise on conveyors, checking punch presses, chillers, and boilers, and confirming sensors and motors are running to spec.Troubleshoot HVAC, refrigeration, and industrial cooling/heating issues; perform freezer inspections, identify alarms, and make on-the-spot repairs to keep inventory protected.Open schematics and blueprints to trace circuits, run conduit and PVC, and safely work with 3-phase systems at 420 V and up to 480 V on AC/DC circuits.Wire new motors into production lines, align shafts and rotors, replace gears and bearings, and install blades with precision to minimize downtime.Diagnose hydraulic and pneumatic faults, service forklifts and reach trucks (maintenance, repair, and operation), and handle facility maintenance tasks as needed.When welding is required, use MIG or stick to complete reliable, clean repairs.Support teammates, share knowledge, and communicate clearly so the entire shift stays productive and safe.What You Bring6+ years of experience in industrial maintenance within food manufacturing, beverage, or bottling environments.Proven leadership with a collaborative mindset—comfortable supporting a team and partnering with other mechanics.HVAC troubleshooting and repair, plus refrigeration and industrial cooling/heating expertise.Freezer inspection, troubleshooting, and repair capability.Ability to read and interpret blueprints/schematics; experience with conduit, sensors, and PVC work.Electrical proficiency: 3-phase systems at 420 V and up to 480 V; AC/DC circuits; wiring new motors to production lines.Mechanical depth across conveyors, motors, rotors, shafts, bearings, gears, cutting machinery, punch presses, boilers, and chillers.Hydraulic and pneumatic systems troubleshooting and repair.Forklift and reach truck maintenance, repair, and operation.Welding with MIG and stick is helpful.Adaptability to a food production facility, with commitment to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and strong personal hygiene.Why This Second-Shift Role MattersOn second shift, you’re the stabilizer—solving issues as they arise, setting up the next day for success, and ensuring every product leaving the line meets quality expectations. Your electro-mechanical skill and calm under pressure keep this essential plant running smoothly.