Senior Maintenance Mechanic

A bit about us:

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanic to support a high-volume food manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production and packaging equipment to ensure maximum uptime, efficiency, and product quality in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment.

Why join us?

Competitive hourly rate + shift differential for 2nd/3rd shift
Overtime opportunities
Medical, dental, vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays

Job Details

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues on production and packaging equipment
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on conveyors, motors, gearboxes, pumps, and processing equipment
• Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime and support production goals
• Troubleshoot electrical systems, including motors, sensors, relays, and control panels
• Assist with setup, changeovers, and adjustments to production lines
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals
• Perform basic welding, fabrication, and equipment modifications as needed
• Maintain accurate maintenance records within CMMS (if applicable)
• Follow all food safety (GMP), OSHA, and plant safety regulations
• Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams to improve equipment reliability

Qualifications

• 2+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment (food or beverage highly preferred)
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills (bearings, conveyors, drive systems, pumps, etc.)
• Working knowledge of electrical systems (motors, wiring, controls, 480V preferred)
• Experience with hydraulics and pneumatics
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and technical drawings
• Welding and fabrication experience is a plus
• Familiarity with PLC troubleshooting is a plus
• Ability to work independently on off-shifts with minimal supervision
• Multi-craft capabilities (mechanical + electrical) highly valued
• Must be willing to work 1 weekend day

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