Industrial Maintenance Technician

Country View Family Farms is seeking an experienced full-time Feed Mill Maintenance Technician to join our maintenance team. This position is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving the equipment and systems that keep our feed mill operating safely and efficiently.

The ideal candidate has a well-rounded maintenance background with experience in industrial, manufacturing, agricultural, or production environments. This individual should be comfortable working on mechanical and electrical systems while utilizing strong troubleshooting skills to minimize equipment downtime and maximize production efficiency.

Experience with industrial maintenance, feed mill maintenance, manufacturing maintenance, welding, electrical systems, PLCs, hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors, motors, bearings, gearboxes, pumps, and preventative maintenance is highly valued.

About Country View Family Farms

Country View Family Farms is a proud part of Clemens Food Group, one of the nation’s leading family-owned pork production companies. Together, we are committed to producing safe, high-quality food while upholding the values of integrity, sustainability, animal care, and continuous improvement.

As the livestock production division of Clemens Food Group, Country View Family Farms partners with dedicated family farmers across Pennsylvania and the surrounding region to raise healthy pigs through responsible farming practices. Our success begins long before our animals reach the farm—it starts with providing high-quality, nutritionally balanced feed.

Our feed mills are a vital part of that mission. They manufacture and deliver the feed that supports animal health, growth, and overall production performance. By ensuring our feed mill equipment operates safely and efficiently, our maintenance team plays a direct role in supporting our farms, our farmers, and our commitment to producing quality pork for families across the country.

Shift: 2nd shift, 2-10:30 p.m.

Location: New Columbia, PA

This is a full-time position with competitive pay and benefits. We encourage you to apply today!

Essential Responsibilities

• Perform preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance on feed mill equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and automated production systems.
• Diagnose equipment failures and perform timely repairs to minimize downtime.
• Maintain and repair conveyors, bucket elevators, augers, mixers, hammer mills, pellet mills, grain handling equipment, motors, pumps, gearboxes, bearings, belts, chains, sprockets, and drive systems.
• Perform electrical troubleshooting on industrial equipment, including motors, sensors, relays, motor controls, VFDs, and electrical panels.
• Assist with troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment and automated production systems.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, equipment manuals, and technical drawings.
• Perform MIG, TIG, and stick welding for equipment repairs and light fabrication projects.
• Fabricate or modify equipment components, supports, guards, and brackets as needed.
• Install new equipment and assist with equipment upgrades and continuous improvement projects.
• Complete routine inspections, lubrication, adjustments, and preventative maintenance activities.
• Maintain maintenance records and communicate equipment concerns with operations personnel.
• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, biosecurity protocols, and food safety standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Participate in after-hours or emergency maintenance when required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in industrial maintenance, manufacturing maintenance, agricultural maintenance, feed mill operations, grain handling, food production, or a similar production environment.
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Working knowledge of PLCs, automated equipment, and industrial control systems.
• Experience with motors, conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, bearings, VFDs, and material handling equipment.
• Welding and metal fabrication experience.
• Ability to diagnose problems, prioritize repairs, and work independently.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to safely operate maintenance tools, diagnostic equipment, welding equipment, and power tools.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma, GED, technical school, trade school, or vocational training is preferred but not required.
• 3+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting
• Candidates with demonstrated industrial maintenance experience are encouraged to apply regardless of formal education.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to climb ladders, stairs, catwalks, and work at varying heights.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, and work in confined spaces as needed.
• Comfortable working in a feed manufacturing environment that may include dust, noise, changing temperatures, and agricultural materials while wearing appropriate personal protective equipment.

DISCLAIMER

The Team Member must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable Team Members with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

As requirements and Team Member skill levels change, the Supervisor may revise and/ or add duties to reflect these changes. The company retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

BENEFITS & PERKS:

At Country View Family Farms, we are committed to supporting our team members both personally and professionally. Our comprehensive benefits package may include:

• Competitive compensation and annual bonus opportunities
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• 401(k) with company match and profit-sharing opportunities
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Educational assistance and professional development opportunities
• Employee recognition programs
• Relocation assistance for qualified candidates

Benefits may vary based on position and eligibility requirements.

Why Join Country View Family Farms?

At Country View Family Farms, you’ll become part of a team that helps power one of the nation’s leading pork production organizations. Every repair you complete and every piece of equipment you maintain helps ensure our feed mills continue producing the high-quality feed that supports our farms and the families we serve.

As part of Clemens Food Group, you’ll enjoy the opportunity to build a long-term career with a family-owned company that values safety, teamwork, innovation, and professional growth. If you’re a skilled maintenance professional who enjoys solving problems, working with industrial equipment, and making an impact every day, we’d love to have you join our team.

Agency Statement:

Clemens Food Group does not accept unsolicited resumes from search or staffing firms. All resumes submitted by search or staffing firms to any employee at Clemens Food Group via email, the Internet, or directly without a valid written search agreement for this role, and without having been asked to participate in this by Talent Acquisition, will be deemed the sole property of Clemens Food Group, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired. Firms not authorized to submit candidates will not be eligible for any fee or ownership claim.

EEO Statement:

It is the policy of Clemens Food Group to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. All employees are subject to a pre-employment screening process including a background check and drug screen. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to your recruiter.

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