Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician (Level 5)This role performs advanced preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance on highly automated, robotic manufacturing equipment in a food production environment. You will troubleshoot and repair electrical, electromechanical, robotics, and controls systems, including PLCs, AC/DC control circuitry, power distribution systems, and computer hardware, to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations.ResponsibilitiesPerform preventative, predictive, and routine maintenance on automated and robotic manufacturing equipment to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.Troubleshoot and repair electrical and electromechanical issues, including AC/DC control circuitry, 480V 3-phase power systems, and motor control circuits.Diagnose and resolve issues with robotics systems, including ABB and FANUC robots, using robotic troubleshooting techniques and tools.Troubleshoot and maintain programmable logic controllers (PLCs), including RS Logix, C Logix, SLC, and MicroLogix platforms, as well as HMI and VFD systems.Read, interpret, and use machine manuals, electrical blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematics, and process control diagrams to identify and resolve equipment problems.Perform advanced maintenance procedures on plant equipment, including microprocessor controls, power distribution systems, and computer hardware.Troubleshoot and install 480V electric motor wiring and 120V and 24V DC motor control circuits, ensuring safe and compliant work practices.Diagnose and correct faults indicated by controllers, PLCs, and variable frequency drives, taking appropriate corrective actions to restore equipment to service.Maintain and repair mechanical systems such as conveyors, motors, pumps, gearboxes, and other drive components, including minor mechanical adjustments and parts replacement.Support maintenance of hydraulics, pneumatics, HVAC, and related systems as needed to keep production equipment operating effectively.Essential Skills5–10 years of advanced troubleshooting experience with automated and robotic manufacturing equipment.Strong electrical troubleshooting skills, including experience with AC/DC control circuitry, 480V 3-phase power systems, and motor control circuits.Proficiency in reading and interpreting machine manuals, electrical blueprints, wiring schematics, and process control diagrams.Hands-on experience troubleshooting and installing 480V electric motor wiring and 120V and 24V DC motor control circuits.Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and program variable frequency drives (VFDs), programmable logic controllers (PLCs), and human-machine interfaces (HMIs).Working knowledge of RS Logix and/or C Logix, as well as SLC and MicroLogix programming platforms.Proven ability to interpret fault readings on controllers, PLCs, and variable frequency drives and take effective corrective action.Experience with PLC troubleshooting, PLC control systems, and automation equipment in an industrial setting.You join a growing, climate-controlled food manufacturing organization that offers clear opportunities for advancement and hands-on technical development. The company emphasizes performance, supports upward career growth, and provides a stable environment where your skills in automation and robotics are valued. You benefit from structured time off, including a progressive vacation schedule and paid holidays, while working with modern equipment in an expanding facility that supplies products to well-known brands and outlets.The role is based in a large food manufacturing facility with approximately 650 team members and an expanding production footprint. There are three openings: two on the night shift (7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.) and one on the day shift (7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.). The plant operates as an industrial bakery producing items such as cakes, muffins, and croissants and is fully climate controlled for comfort and product quality. You work within a maintenance team of about 15 people, including supervisors and leads, in a highly automated environment with robotics, PLCs, conveyors, and advanced process instrumentation.This is a Permanent position based out of Marion, IN.The pay range for this position is $68640.00 - $72800.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Health, dental, vision, 401k and paid PTO.This is a fully onsite position in Marion, IN.This position is anticipated to close on Sep 7, 2026.