Maintenance Technician- 2nd Shift

Maintenance Technician – 2nd Shift

The 2nd Shift Maintenance Technician plays a key role in ensuring reliable, safe, and efficient operation of equipment in a fast-paced food manufacturing facility in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Working an 8-hour second shift with a flexible start time between 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. (set schedule once chosen), this role focuses on diagnosing issues, performing repairs, conducting preventative maintenance, and supporting equipment tear down and rebuilds for sanitation. The technician helps maintain high standards of safety, food safety, and regulatory compliance while keeping production lines running smoothly.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and optimize facility equipment and infrastructure within a fast-paced food manufacturing plant.
• Perform tear down and rebuild of all manufacturing equipment to support sanitation and production requirements.
• Use hand and power tools to safely disassemble food manufacturing equipment for cleaning and reassemble it to exact specifications.
• Conduct first-level quality checks and preventative maintenance audits on HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.
• Carry out mechanical work on pumps, positive displacement systems, conveyors, and related equipment, including tear downs and set ups.
• Complete electrical tasks such as wiring equipment and components; PLC programming is not required but basic electrical troubleshooting is expected.
• Perform welding and fabrication tasks as needed to maintain or modify equipment and infrastructure.
• Work with variable frequency drives (VFDs) to support motor control, including understanding ramp-up and ramp-down functions.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation to guide repairs, assembly, and installations.
• Execute equipment maintenance activities, including mechanical assembly, adjustments, and troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
• Log tasks, maintenance activities, and work orders accurately using the Redzone Reliability Module.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), safety protocols, and food safety standards at all times.
• Collaborate with production and sanitation teams to coordinate equipment availability and ensure efficient cleaning and startup.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and participate in projects and overtime work when interested.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area and contribute to the overall cleanliness of the facility.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on mechanical experience with motors, pumps, gears, pneumatics, and conveyors in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and mechanical drawings accurately.
• Mechanical aptitude and strong troubleshooting skills for equipment maintenance and repair.
• Experience working with variable frequency drives (VFDs) and understanding of their function in motor control.
• Knowledge and practical understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) in a food or similar regulated environment.
• Proficiency using hand and power tools for mechanical assembly, tear down, and rebuild of equipment.
• Basic electrical skills, including wiring equipment and components and performing non-PLC electrical troubleshooting.
• Ability to work independently as a self-starter and manage tasks with minimal supervision.
• Capability to perform welding and fabrication tasks to support equipment maintenance and modification.
• Comfort working in colder-temperature environments and adhering to safety and food safety standards.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a food manufacturing or processing facility is highly beneficial.
• Familiarity with HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems in an industrial setting.
• Experience conducting preventative maintenance audits and quality checks on production equipment.
• Ability to use computerized maintenance systems, such as the Redzone Reliability Module, for logging work orders and maintenance activities.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to assembling equipment back to precise specifications after sanitation.
• Effective communication skills for coordinating with production, sanitation, and operations teams.
• Interest in participating in projects and overtime work when available.

Why Work Here?

The facility offers a family-friendly environment that values work-life balance and supports flexible scheduling within the second shift. Team members join a stable, mid-sized workforce where long-term tenure is common and experience is valued. The organization has repeatedly been recognized among the Best & Brightest companies to work for in West Michigan, reflecting a strong commitment to employee well-being, engagement, and a positive workplace culture.

Work Environment

This role is based on 2nd shift, Monday through Friday, typically from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., with occasional Saturday work as needed. The building is older but very clean, with new, clean, and well-organized equipment throughout the facility. The environment features colder temperatures, consistent with food manufacturing operations, and emphasizes cleanliness, organization, and safety. Technicians work with mechanical and electrical equipment, including pumps, conveyors, HVAC systems, and variable frequency drives, using hand and power tools, welding and fabrication tools, and computerized maintenance systems such as the Redzone Reliability Module. The facility has been voted among the 101 Best & Brightest companies to work for in West Michigan multiple times, reflecting a strong focus on maintaining a high-quality, supportive work environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Grand Rapids, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $36.00/hr.

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Grand Rapids, MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.