Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Maintenance Technician

Founded in 1940 by Sam Young and now led by Jordan Young, Fairfield Processing takes great pride in its rich history as a third generation, family-owned and operated American business providing innovative products and brands to its consumers. Fairfield has built strong consumer loyalty over the decades by delivering consistent, quality products at good value – all with an unconditional guarantee. 

Working for Fairfield is like being part of a family. Because we believe in you and what you will contribute to our vision, we want the best for you. We understand that what a company has to offer in respect to their Benefit Package can play a major role in the employment decision-making process. That is why we have made it a priority to seek out the best possible benefits for our employees.

Benefits Offered:

• Medical 
• Vision 
• Dental 
• Prescription Plan
• 401 (k) 
• 9 paid holidays and much more 

Come join our team!

A Machine Technician works under the guidance of experienced maintenance personnel to develop the technical skills required to maintain and repair production machinery and facility equipment. This position provides hands‑on, on‑the‑job training while supporting the maintenance manager and supervisor in daily tasks. The Machine Technician assists with troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining machines, equipment, and structural components of the facility, gaining practical experience toward becoming a fully qualified technician.

Schedule:  This role requires flexibility to work various shifts when needed. By accepting this role, you agree to this requirement to ensure shift coverage and support.

• Shift 1: Day Shift (8 hours) - Monday to Friday: 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM
• Shift 2: Evening Shift (8 hours) - Monday to Friday: 1:00 PM to 9:30 PM
• Shift 3: Night Shift (8 hours) - Sunday to Thursday: 9:00 PM to 5:30 AM 

Pay Range:  DOE

Essential Duties

Core Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance on production machinery, equipment, and facility systems to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Conduct preventive maintenance (PM) on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment breakdowns, including mechanical failures, electrical issues, and control system faults.
• Support production operations through equipment adjustments, line changeovers, and performance optimization.
• Maintain building systems, including plumbing, lighting, and general facility repairs.
• Perform structural and interior upkeep such as flooring repairs, painting, patching, and minor construction tasks.

Technical & Predictive Maintenance

• Calibrate and replace sensors, motors, VFDs, and other electrical or automation components as needed.
• Complete root‑cause analysis on recurring failures to prevent future downtime.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow and enforce Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Inspect machine guarding, E-stops, and other safety devices to ensure compliance.
• Handle hazardous materials and waste according to environmental and safety standards.
• Respond to spills, leaks, or other facility emergencies.

Operational Support

• Manage PM schedule in the maintenance app.
• Maintain accurate equipment records, asset tagging, and QR code scanning updates.
• Track spare parts inventory and assist with vendor or contractor coordination.
• Support equipment installations, upgrades, and relocation projects.

Teamwork & Communication

• Collaborate with production, engineering, and safety teams to minimize downtime.
• Communicate equipment status, issues, and progress clearly to supervisors and team members.
• Contribute to a positive, safe, and productive workplace environment.

Education and Qualifications: 

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

• Prior experience a plus.

Work Environment:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fiber dust or fiber particles, moving mechanical parts, vibration and noise. The noise level in the work environment and job site can be loud. Comply with all OSHA safety requirements. Wear protective clothing and/or Personal Protective Equipment required by the work environment or governmental regulations.

Physical Demands:

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. 
• The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee occasionally requires sitting, climb or balance, and stop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/move greater than 50 pounds. 
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to focus.

Note: This job description outlines the general duties and qualifications required for the Maintenance Technician role. Specific duties may vary depending on the company’s needs and production requirements.

Fairfield Guiding Principles

Make Products We Want to Use | Operate with Integrity | Strike a Lifestyle Balance | Promote the Giving Spirit  

Fairfield Processing Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by law. EEO is the Law.  

If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources