Maintenance Lead Technician, Day Shift

Who we are

Skjodt-Barrett is a world-class manufacturer of food solutions and custom ingredients for North America's most beloved and trusted brands. We take pride in working closely with our customers to understand their unique needs and create innovative, individualized solutions that deliver joy to their customers.

A family-founded company started over 40 years ago, we are backed by the investment company Axel Johnson Inc (AJI). With their investment and support, we are well-positioned to foster growth and explore new opportunities.

Our customers, blue-chip international brands and mid-sized producers alike, are why we exist. Our teams of innovators, communicators, and managers are the people who meet their needs, build trust, and exceed their expectations. 

Who we need

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, we are looking for a Maintenance Lead Technician to join our team on the night shift, 2x2x3 schedule 6am - 6:30pm. You will oversee the work of a small, tight-knit team, assign tasks, set priorities, and ensure the safe and timely completion of duties. You will also administer, configure, and support the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). This role offers a unique opportunity to build visibility, take ownership, and contribute to the efficiency of our operations in a collaborative night shift environment.

This is a day shift role, 2 on x 2 off x 2 on Rotating Continental Schedule 6am - 6:30pm. 

What’s in it for you

Impact. This is an opportunity to significantly impact the efficiency of our production. It is a chance to take a lead role, directing the work of a dedicated night shift team and supporting the Manager and Supervisor. You will be empowered to make decisions and recommendations for improvement. The smaller team environment offers greater visibility, autonomy, and recognition for standout performance.

Career development. At Skjodt-Barrett, we value the drive to bring ideas to life and the resilience to be accountable for your actions. We have a proven history of promoting from within, with career paths that begin on the plant floor and grow into leadership roles. Many team members have advanced from Night Shift Lead to Day Shift and later to Production Coordinator positions. This is a chance to build a stable, fulfilling career as you expand your technical and leadership skills through cross-functional exposure and hands-on learning.

Rewards and recognition. You will receive an additional $1 per hour for night shift work, along with annual benefits including a tool allowance of approximately $200 and tuition reimbursement toward approved courses. You will have access to training  in systems, online programming, and electrical skills.

How you will make an impact:

• Coordinate activities. You will work with the Maintenance Manager to identify and communicate priorities and direct the work of maintenance personnel. You will assist with planning, scheduling, assigning and reviewing work. You will supervise and direct service contractors in the plant. You will be responsible for overseeing down-day activities and plant lockdown for the weekend.
• Support the team. You will provide guidance and instructions to other mechanics in their daily activities, ensuring all work is in accordance with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) and safety procedures. You will provide breaks or vacation relief for other mechanics as necessary. You will lead special projects as assigned by the Maintenance Manager.
• Problem-solving. You will troubleshoot and determine root causes, analyze and diagnose equipment malfunctions or issues utilizing a computer or PLC program, collaborate with other mechanics when called, provide expertise to diagnose problems and determine corrective action. 
• Perform administrative tasks. You will prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports documenting the activities and work performed by the maintenance department, including all equipment repairs from breakdowns, work orders, or PMs. You will assist in maintaining the maintenance office and departmental records. 

What you bring to the role:

• The experience. You have worked in industrial maintenance in a manufacturing, plant, or warehouse environment. You have extensive experience using mechanical tools for welding, grinding, cutting, electrical circuit writing, and PLC calibrating. You understand measurements for temperature and weight and can perform basic addition and subtraction calculations using whole numbers and fractions. 
• The drive. You are naturally curious and have strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. You are highly organized and excel at job task planning. You have a continuous learning mindset, always seeking opportunities to increase your knowledge and gain more information.
• The leadership. You have experience leading or supervising a team and acting as a strong presence on the plant floor. You can assign tasks, demonstrate work, and ensure deliverables and deadlines are met. You can manage conflict and foster collaboration and efficiency.
• The interpersonal skills. You have professional and flexible verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to follow and share directions and explain processes. You can build strong working relationships across levels and teams. You genuinely appreciate diverse experiences and backgrounds and are interested in understanding others, hearing their perspectives, and addressing their concerns.

Why join?

We've got great taste. We care deeply about fostering a culture of transparency, responsibility, and integrity. It’s what drives us to make great-tasting, convenient, and healthy ingredients and finished products that our customers depend on. With a focus on nurturing and growing our employees' careers and professional satisfaction, we believe in open communication, idea sharing, and knowledge building. Skjodt-Barrett is committed to building an inclusive culture that helps to create longevity, growth, and innovation in the food industry.

We are working towards a sustainable future. We believe that what’s good for people and the planet is good for profit. It is everyone’s responsibility to do their part. We recognize the growing need to prioritize sustainability in manufacturing, and we continue to take steps to evolve. We strive to accelerate the adoption of sustainable packaging and food products to be a responsible partner for our customers and for the greater good. We take our role as a supply chain partner to heart and adhere to a strict Supplier Code of Conduct to ensure that our vendors uphold the integrity and values we live by.

We believe actions speak louder than words. Every day, we come together to exceed the expectations of our customers, each other and ourselves, inspired by our values:

• We care. About family, honesty, and respect.
• We communicate. Across every level, often, effectively, and clearly.
• We Empower. With trust, Integrity, and accountability.
• We Deliver. Every time, through teamwork, innovation, and results.

We support and care for our employees and their families. 

We want to ensure our employees feel supported and appreciated. Starting after 60 days, we offer comprehensive health, dental, short and long term disability coverage and additional benefits, insurance options, and 401K matching. 

We provide paid accrued vacation time starting at 13 days per year, plus 8 paid holidays, 2 days paid sick time, and access to Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, Annual Bonus Program, and a Perfect Attendance Quarterly Bonus.

Apply now.

At Skjodt-Barrett, we aim for diversity, equality, accessibility and inclusion in all of our operations and interactions. We welcome and appreciate candidates with a range of backgrounds and experiences. If you have 70% of the qualifications we are looking for and want to play an integral role in delivering innovative food product solutions, apply to express your interest. 

What you can expect from our interview process:

1. A virtual interview with a member of the People & Culture Team discussing your interest in the role and your experience. 
2. An on-site skills assessment, interview with the Hiring Manager and P&C Business Partner and a plant tour. This will be a chance to see the plant setup firsthand, understand current standards, and ask any additional questions you may have.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.