Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician The Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring the reliable operation of production machinery and facility equipment through preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and installation activities. This role supports production goals by minimizing downtime, maintaining equipment performance, and ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards. Role Perform preventive and routine maintenance on production machinery and equipment to ensure reliable operation. Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automation system issues. Repair or replace defective components, including motors, belts, gears, bearings, sensors, and other mechanical or electrical parts. Assist with the installation, setup, testing, and commissioning of new equipment and machinery. Support equipment programming, configuration, and system testing as needed. Monitor equipment performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reliability, and uptime. Maintain accurate maintenance logs, work orders, system documentation, and repair records. Collaborate with production and engineering teams to quickly resolve equipment issues and minimize downtime. Ensure compliance with company safety policies, food safety standards, sanitation requirements, and regulatory guidelines. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and equipment reliability. Operate hand tools, power tools, testing instruments, and diagnostic equipment safely and effectively. Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by management. Additional responsibilities Complete all assigned safety training in a timely manner. Stay current with all required training and ensure timely completion. Follow the company's established processes, procedures, and policies, ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements, Safe Quality Food (SQF) standards, and product quality guidelines. Maintain a collaborative team mindset while actively supporting GNT's Food Safety culture. Maintain a clean and organized work environment, ensure your uniform is neat at all times, and support colleagues in adhering to hygiene standards. About you, as our ideal candidate Minimum of 6 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing, food production, or industrial environment. Associate degree in Mechatronics, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Systems Technology, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of technical certifications, vocational training, and hands‑on industrial maintenance experience. Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and industrial control systems. Experience with industrial automation systems, PLCs, or controls is preferred. Experience working with three‑phase electrical systems is preferred. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, technical manuals, and wiring diagrams. Proficiency using hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment. Strong troubleshooting, problem‑solving, and communication skills. Ability to work effectively both independently and within cross‑functional teams. Leadership or supervisory experience is a plus. Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment and following all safety, health, and environmental regulations. Ability to work flexible hours, including overtime, weekends, or shift coverage as needed. Benefits GNT USA offers a very competitive salary, bonus potential, comprehensive benefits, and ample opportunity for future career growth. GNT USA is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. #J-18808-Ljbffr GNT Group