Senior Maintenance Tech - Food Manufacturing

Jobot

Vernon (CA)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 62,000

Full time

45 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K with match

Annual Bonus incentives

Incredible growth options

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Senior Maintenance Technician for a rapidly growing 70,000 sq. ft. food manufacturing operation in Vernon, CA.

You will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain high-speed automated production equipment and support PLC systems to minimize downtime. Schedule: 4:30am-1:00pm, Monday to Friday. We offer medical, dental, vision, 401K with match, annual bonus incentives and strong growth opportunities.

Qualifications

5+ years of industrial maintenance experience.
Electrical troubleshooting on 480V and below.
Experience with VFDs, servo systems, motor controls, and automation.
Troubleshooting relays, contactors, sensors, and control circuits.
PLC troubleshooting (Allen Bradley or Siemens).
Familiarity with HMIs and instrumentation.
Strong mechanical aptitude including hydraulics, pneumatics, welding, pipefitting.
Experience with predictive maintenance technologies such as vibration analysis, infrared thermography, or ultrasound monitoring.
Experience in GMP manufacturing environments preferred.
Industrial Electrical Certification or Technical Degree; OSHA Electrical Safety; HACCP; Welding Certifications; Forklift/Scissor Lift certifications.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain high-speed automated production equipment
Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and controls-related issues
Perform preventative and predictive maintenance activities
Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals
Troubleshoot motors, drives, VFDs, electrical panels, sensors, safety circuits, and control systems
Support PLC troubleshooting activities, including ladder logic review and I/O diagnostics
Maintain equipment reliability while minimizing downtime
Perform precision equipment rebuilds, alignments, and installations
Utilize CMMS systems to document work orders and maintenance activities
Participate in root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
Ensure all work is completed in compliance with plant safety and sanitation standards