Maintenance Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

HiFyve is working with a company in Columbia, MO that is hiring for a Maintenance Engineer in the Food and Beverage Industry. 

Salary: $80k-$120k 

Full Benefits Package 

Relocation Assistance Available 

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Maintenance Engineer to join our team in the food and beverage industry . The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production machinery. This role requires a hands-on individual with a strong mechanical and electrical background to ensure all equipment is operating efficiently, safely, and in compliance with food safety standards. 15+ years of experience with Uniloy blow molding machines is required for this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production machinery
• Extensive experience with Uniloy blow molding machines
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, minimizing production downtime.
• Lead or assist in the installation, upgrade, and repair of food processing and packaging equipment.
• Develop and implement routine maintenance schedules and safety protocols for machinery.
• Collaborate with production teams to optimize machine performance and production efficiency.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, work orders, and repair documentation.
• Adhere to all food safety and OSHA guidelines during maintenance and repair activities.
• Train and mentor junior maintenance staff to build team capabilities.
• Stay current on technological advancements in blow molding and food processing equipment.

Qualifications:

• 15+ years of hands-on maintenance experience working with Uniloy blow molding machines.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Familiarity with food processing equipment and industry-specific maintenance requirements.
• Experience with PLC troubleshooting and programming is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required; a technical certification or degree in engineering or a related field is preferred.