Senior Maintenance Technician — Food Manufacturing

CJ Schwan’s

Wisconsin

On-site

USD 43,000 - 45,000

Full time

4 days ago

Be an early applicant

Application generator

Stand out for this role — generate a tailored resume and cover letter in about a minute.

Get past ATS filters

Benefits offered by this job

Friday pay

PTO and holidays

Health plans

401k match

Disability plans

Job summary

CJ Schwan's is hiring a skilled maintenance technician for a food manufacturing environment. You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot conveyor systems, and support production with reliable equipment operation.

The role requires 3+ years of related experience, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. You will document work in SAP, collaborate with operations, and have opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED; two-year degree in specialized maintenance trade preferred.
3+ years of related experience.
Work different ranges of hours such as full-time, overtime, or weekend shifts.
Basic to advanced mechanical knowledge, electrical and building skills.
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

Conduct advanced preventive maintenance and troubleshooting on conveyor systems and food production machinery to ensure reliable operation and minimize downtime.
Perform complex mechanical repairs including shaft keying, sprocket broaching, gear head replacement, stainless steel welding, hydraulic hose fabrication, and belt maintenance using specialized tools and equipment.
Assist with equipment setup, teardown, welding, fabrication, and installation of new or modified plant machinery to support production needs.
Diagnose mechanical issues through observation, auditory assessment, and use of precision measuring instruments, and effectively identifying and resolving root causes.
Utilize SAP software to document maintenance activities, track work orders, and communicate effectively with production and operations teams to optimize workflow.