Maintenance Technician -- 2nd & 3rd Shift

We are currently looking for talented  Maintenance Technicians to join our team for the 3rd shift.  If you have the skills and experience to keep our operations running smoothly, we want to hear from you!

As a Maintenance Technician at Meiji America/Stauffer's, your primary responsibility will be to diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues. You will ensure that all repairs are performed safely and efficiently. Additionally, you will be responsible for completing preventative maintenance on all production equipment to keep our operations running smoothly.

Duties

• Works well with others, fostering a team atmosphere.
• Maintains a clean, safe work area at all times.
• Comply with all GMP requirements.
• Capable of dismantling equipment, removing defective parts and reassembling without supervision.
• Able to read mechanical schematics and blueprints; follow directions from manuals.
• Able to interpret work orders and complete them in a timely manner.
• Willing to make suggestions on improvements on replacement substitutes.
• Able to install plumbing components when necessary.
• Basic welding knowledge and welding skills.
• Be proficient in the use of hand tools, power tools and manual repair equipment.
• Able to perform basic electrical troubleshooting.
• Demonstrate ability to use advanced test equipment to troubleshoot and resolve problems with complex equipment and solutions.
• Able to follow complex procedures, perform preventative maintenance tasks and look for hard-to-find defects or potential issues and correct them as needed.
• Able to read complex drawings and troubleshoot independently.
• Able to troubleshoot mechanical breakdowns and replace and update parts to resolve recurring causes.
• Able to read complex pneumatic and air logic drawings and troubleshoot independently.
• Able to read and troubleshoot hydraulic circuits and systems and replace parts without assistance.
• Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations.
• Ability to read and record written instructions.
• Ability to work independently.
• Must be willing and able to maintain open, effective communication with team members as well as departmental and plant leadership.
• Must adhere/comply with all Company policies, procedures and practices.
• Must pass Lock Out/Tag Out and PIT (Power Industrial Truck) certifications.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Needed:

• High School or equivalent.
• Successful completion of a formal technical training program or 5 years' experience in an industrial maintenance role.
• Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing and Millwright skills.
• Experience with PLC’s, high speed packaging equipment and bakery equipment a plus.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.

If you are passionate about maintenance work and possess the necessary skills to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply!

About Us:

The Meiji Group was founded in Japan in 1916. For nearly a century, it has provided a broad range of products including confectionery, dairy, baby food, infant formula, sports nutritionals, health and beauty items, as well as pharmaceuticals.

Meiji America Inc., founded in 2011, as the United States division distributes Meiji branded confections as well as Stauffer’s branded cookies and crackers in the US market.

Meiji manufactures and distributes a variety of unique confectionery and snack products including HELLO PANDA™, YAN YAN™ and CHOCOROOMS®.

Stauffer’s is best recognized for its original animal crackers, but the company also produces a variety of crackers and cookies in two bakeries within the United States. Stauffer’s roots are in York, Pennsylvania where the first animal crackers were produced in 1871.

Equal Opportunity Employer:  Meiji America / D.F. Stauffer’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disabled/Vets

Notice to Staffing Agencies, Placement Services, and Professional Recruiters

Meiji America Inc. / D.F. Stauffer Biscuit Co., Inc. has an internal Staffing Department. Recruiters are hereby specifically directed NOT to contact Meiji America employees directly in an attempt to present candidates.

Job Type: Full-time, Sunday-Thursday, 10:30p-7:00a

Pay: $26.00 - $36.56 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:
8 hour shift
Evening shift
Holidays
Monday to Friday
Rotating weekends

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• Industrial maintenance: 5 years (Required)
• Programmable logic controllers: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• York, PA 17403 (Required)

Work Location: In person