Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician -- Day Shift

As a Maintenance Technician, you ensure reliable operation of food production, packaging, and processing equipment by performing both preventive and corrective maintenance. You diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, respond to equipment breakdowns, and support continuous improvement efforts across the facility. You also assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment, maintain detailed service records, and uphold strict safety and food manufacturing standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on food production, packaging, and processing equipment to support continuous and efficient operations.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic system failures to minimize equipment downtime.
• Conduct routine inspections and maintenance of conveyors, motors, pumps, compressors, gearboxes, and related production machinery.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and production emergencies to restore operational efficiency.
• Assist with installation, setup, and testing of new manufacturing equipment and facility systems.
• Maintain detailed maintenance records, work orders, and equipment service logs, including entries in computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company safety policies, GMPs, and food manufacturing standards during all maintenance activities.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical controls, sensors, switches, and automated production equipment, including PLC-controlled systems.
• Collaborate closely with production teams to improve equipment performance and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Order, track, and manage spare parts inventory to support maintenance operations and reduce equipment downtime.
• Perform welding, fabrication, and equipment modifications as needed to meet production and process requirements.
• Maintain facility systems such as HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, and utility equipment to ensure stable plant conditions.
• Use root cause analysis (RCA) to identify underlying issues and implement long-term corrective actions.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, manuals, and technical documents to plan and execute repairs and installations.
• Follow all safety procedures, lockout/tagout practices, and housekeeping standards while working in varying production environments.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment in a manufacturing or food production environment.
• Strong knowledge of preventive maintenance programs and equipment reliability practices.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, electrical and hydraulic schematics, manuals, and technical documents.
• Proficiency in mechanical troubleshooting, including work on motors, conveyors, pumps, compressors, bearings, gearboxes, and packaging equipment.
• Experience with electrical troubleshooting, including three-phase power, sensors, switches, and basic control circuits.
• Familiarity with PLC-controlled systems and PLC troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repair.
• Experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) to document repairs and maintenance activities.

Why Work Here?

You join a clean, well-organized facility that values safety, reliability, and continuous improvement. The environment supports professional growth through exposure to a wide range of equipment and systems, offering opportunities to expand your technical skill set. When hired on, you have the potential to participate in company stock programs, reinforcing a culture of shared success and long-term commitment.

Work Environment

You work in a clean, climate-controlled food production facility that emphasizes safety, organization, and adherence to regulatory standards. The environment includes a variety of production, packaging, and processing equipment, as well as facility systems such as HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, and utilities. You may spend extended periods standing, moving between production lines, and working in areas with active machinery, while following appropriate safety procedures and maintaining a neat, professional appearance.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Lincoln, NE.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)