Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Maintenance Mechanic
Automation Personnel Services is seeking experienced and detail-oriented 
Maintenance Mechanics for a food manufacturing company based in Atlanta, GA. 
In this position the Maintenance Mechanics are responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and performing preventive maintenance on production equipment and facility systems to ensure efficient operations in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

Pay Rate
$25.00- $35.00 B.O.E

Schedule s and Hours
Monday - Friday
1st Shift - 6:00AM to 2:00PM 
2nd Shift - 2:00PM to 10:00PM
3rd Shift – 10:00PM to 6:00AM

Maintenance Mechanic Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance on tortilla production machines, conveyors, packaging equipment, mixers, ovens, and related machinery.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns to minimize production downtime.
• Inspect equipment regularly and identify potential issues before failures occur.
• Install, modify, and maintain production machinery and facility equipment.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete work orders.
• Follow all food safety, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), and safety regulations.
• Assist with equipment setup and changeovers as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized maintenance area.
• Work collaboratively with production supervisors and operators to maximize efficiency.

Maintenance Mechanic  Qualifications   and   Requirements  

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous industrial maintenance experience preferred, ideally in a food manufacturing or production environment.
• Knowledge of electrical systems, motors, conveyors, gearboxes, pumps, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
• Experience reading blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Basic welding and fabrication skills are a plus.
• Ability to troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment is preferred.
• Multimeter experience required.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Must be available to work overtime, weekends, and flexible shifts as needed

Maintenance Mechanic Preferred Skills

• Experience with PLC troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of food manufacturing equipment.
• Preventive and predictive maintenance experience.
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) safety procedures knowledge.
• Experience using CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).

Job Type
Full-time, Temporary to Permanent

Benefits

• Weekly Pay 
• Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance 
• 40 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours 
• 6 paid Holidays after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours 

401(k)  Retirement   Plan
Automation Personnel Services is the only staffing agency specializing in manufacturing and industrial roles that offers 401(k) matching to   all   eligible   contingent and temporary associates. 

Click Apply Now to submit your application or call View phone number on ziprecruiter.com to learn more. You can also apply in person at our office located at:  

Automation Personnel Services   Atlanta Branch
5015 Floyd Road
Suite 630
Mableton, GA 30126

About Automation Personnel Services
Automation Personnel Services is a highly recognized staffing agency with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing and light-industrial staffing. Our accolades include: 

• 11-time consecutive winners of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Client 
  Award (2016-2026). 
• Winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Talent Award (2019-2026). 
• Recipient of the Safety Standard of Excellence Award by the American Staffing Association. 
• Named one of the Best Staffing Companies to Work for by CIO Views Magazine.