Maintenance / Production Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Maintenance / Production Technician

Location: My Perfect Pet - Sulphur Springs, TX
Department: Operations / Manufacturing
Employment Type: Full-Time

ABOUT ANTELOPE

Antelope is revolutionizing pet care through its omnichannel platform, launched in August 2021. Our mission is to elevate the lives of pets by offering the very best in pet products through a bold buy-and-build strategy. The name “Antelope” reflects our vision: “Ante” means raising the stakes, and “Lope” represents moving forward together.

Backed by Alpine Investors, Antelope has rapidly grown through the acquisition of standout natural pet brands including Bocce’s Bakery, Diggin’ Your Dog / Super Snouts, My Perfect Pet, and Ark Naturals. We continue to expand our portfolio of all-natural, high-quality brands with the goal of becoming the trusted one-stop shop for pet parents everywhere.

OVERVIEW

My Perfect Pet is seeking a dependable, hands-on Maintenance / Production Technician to support both manufacturing operations and facility maintenance within our production facility. This hybrid role plays a key part in maintaining efficient production flow, supporting equipment reliability, and ensuring food safety and operational excellence.

The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, thrives in a fast-paced environment, communicates well with cross-functional teams, and is willing to jump in wherever needed to support daily operations.

RESPONSIBILITIESProduction Support

• Assist production and packaging teams as needed
• Support daily batch production operations
• Operate production equipment safely and efficiently
• Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout work areas
• Follow GMPs, food safety procedures, and company SOPs
• Help monitor production flow and minimize downtime
• Assist with material movement, staging, and equipment setup
• Communicate production concerns or operational issues promptly

Maintenance Support

• Perform basic troubleshooting and repairs on production equipment
• Conduct routine preventive maintenance tasks
• Assist with inspections of machinery and facility equipment
• Maintain maintenance logs and repair records
• Identify potential mechanical or safety concerns proactively
• Support emergency repairs to minimize production downtime
• Assist with facility upkeep and continuous operational improvements
• Partner closely with Operations and Sanitation teams

QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous manufacturing, production, or maintenance experience preferred
• Strong mechanical aptitude required
• Ability to safely use hand and power tools
• Strong work ethic and reliability
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Comfortable working in cold, wet, and fast-paced environments
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
• Forklift experience is a plus
• Food manufacturing experience preferred but not required

SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

• Strong attention to detail
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Problem-solving mindset
• Dependable attendance and punctuality

 

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