Industrial Maintenance Mechanic - 3rd shift

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

Newly Weds Foods is looking for a highly skilled, hands-on Maintenance Mechanic who takes pride in solving complex equipment challenges, keeping production running efficiently, and making a meaningful impact on daily operations.

This opportunity is ideal for an experienced, multi-craft technician who brings strong electrical and mechanical expertise, particularly in food processing, packaging, and bulk product delivery systems. The successful candidate will play a key role in improving equipment reliability, reducing downtime, and driving continuous improvement through effective troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and timely repairs.

We are seeking a dependable, safety-focused professional who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, takes initiative, and enjoys working collaboratively to maintain high standards of equipment performance, product quality, and operational excellence.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Prescription Drug Plan
• Dental/Vision Insurance
• Employee Incentive Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Cash Accumulation Plan – 401(k)
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term/Long-Term Disability
• Vacation Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Adoption Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Pet Insurance

 

Essential Functions

• Perform machine setup, maintenance, and repairs on assembly and packaging equipment.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on all production equipment to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Install, troubleshoot, debug, and stabilize plant equipment as required.
• Assist with production and maintenance-related assignments as needed.
• Communicate and collaborate with production staff to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve equipment issues, quality concerns, and safety-related matters.
• Accurately record maintenance data, including work orders and timecards, as directed by the Maintenance Manager to monitor equipment performance.
• Identify and promptly report equipment concerns to the Maintenance Manager.
• Participate in overtime assignments as required.
• Provide on-call maintenance coverage as needed.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Manager.

 

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in maintenance technology or a related technical field, or an equivalent combination of education, technical training, and relevant work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial production environment.
• Experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing food processing and packaging equipment, preferably within a food manufacturing environment.
• Experience with bulk product delivery systems, including conveyors, material handling equipment, and related mechanical components.
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills, ideally with experience working as a multi-craft maintenance technician.
• Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems, motors, controls, mechanical drives, and production machinery.
• Ability to diagnose equipment malfunctions, identify root causes, and implement effective repairs to minimize downtime and maintain production efficiency.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance, equipment inspections, and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment.
• Thorough understanding of maintenance terminology, industrial safety practices, and OSHA regulations.
• Working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and food manufacturing safety and quality standards.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively with production and maintenance teams.

 

Work Environment

The job is performed in production areas where the employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, varying temperatures, noise, dust, and other conditions typically associated with a manufacturing environment.

Employees are required to follow all company safety policies and procedures, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

 

Disclaimer: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. New Weds Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Newly Weds Foods will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States without assistance or support from Newly Weds Foods. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.