Industrial Maintenance Technician - Food Manufacturing

Job Description

Job Description

Keep Our Lines Moving: Your Next Role in Plant Maintenance

Pay: $27.25 – $32.00 per hour

Plus Shift Differentials

Sign-on Bonus: $2,000

Shifts Available

• Sun–Thu, 8:00 PM – 4:00 AM
• Mon–Fri, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• Mon–Fri, 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM

A Day in This Role

You arrive, check overnight work orders, and head straight to the production floor. You walk the lines, listen for unusual sounds, run a quick visual on critical systems, and prioritize what needs you most. Within minutes, you’re troubleshooting a filling line misread, logging your checklist, and coordinating with operations to minimize downtime. Preventive maintenance comes next—clean, lubricate, grease, and oil—so every piece of mechanical equipment is ready for the next run. Throughout the day, you document work precisely, keep your tool set organized, and communicate clearly with your supervisor and teammates. When something’s off with materials or product, you escalate it immediately. Safety, SQF, GMPs, and quality procedures are your constant companions.

What You’ll Tackle

• Repair and maintain production and facility equipment across plant and warehouse operations.
• Respond to work orders quickly and effectively, completing required checklists and reports.
• Stay on top of tool and material inventory; alert the Foreman/Lead when supplies are low.
• Conduct routine visual inspections of equipment and the facility; flag potential failures early.
• Execute preventive maintenance to keep assets in peak condition.
• Diagnose and fix malfunctions on processing, filling, and ancillary systems.
• Prioritize tasks by urgency, impact, and time-to-complete.
• Follow established operating procedures and communicate clearly with associates and management.
• Accurately complete all required documentation.
• Maintain an adequate personal hand-tool set for quality repairs and craftsmanship.
• Comply with SQF policies/procedures and role-specific requirements.
• Follow OSHA safety regulations and procedures.
• Adhere to GMPs, sanitation, and quality procedures per QA and/or supervisors.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Maintenance Manager, Supervisor, Lead, Foreman, or other management.

What You Bring

• Hands-on, can-do approach with strong troubleshooting ability.
• Basic PLC skills (preferred).
• Ability to use an electrical meter; basic electrical troubleshooting.
• Clear communicator with a positive safety mindset.
• Knowledge of Good Management Practices.
• Welding experience.

Background & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Machine operations experience (preferred).
• Food manufacturing experience (preferred).
• Solid mechanical and electrical experience.

Job Type

Full-time

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Dental, health, vision, and life insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Referral program

Proficiencies

• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Maintenance and Repair Skills
• Equipment Repair & Maintenance

Work Location: In person

WORK ENVIROMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Production roles are performed in a food manufacturing environment and require strict adherence to food safety, quality, and workplace safety standards, including use of required PPE. Employees may work in areas with variable temperatures, machinery noise, and exposure to food ingredients and sanitation chemicals. The role requires standing or walking for extended periods, performing repetitive tasks, and regularly lifting up to 25–35 pounds (occasionally up to 50 pounds with assistance). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

*V&V Supremo Foods is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing a fair and inclusive environment where all employees and applicants have equal opportunities to succeed.*