Maintenance Technician - Direct Hire

Maintenance Technician

Responsibilities

• Perform corrective and emergency maintenance on food packaging/processing equipment to maximize machine uptime.
• Complete scheduled preventative maintenance and work orders to extend asset life.
• Troubleshoot and resolve minor mechanical and electrical issues with equipment.
• Rebuild pumps, mills, gearboxes, and other mechanical components.
• Assist Production Machine Operators in troubleshooting equipment problems.
• Support production operators with changeovers and machine setups to enhance their skill level.
• Undertake miscellaneous projects and duties within the maintenance department.
• Support the SQF Program and promote food safety.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing machinery, mechanical equipment, and systems.
• Experience in maintenance repair, PLC troubleshooting, preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Familiarity with CMMS, conveyor maintenance, and hydraulics.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in high-speed food/beverage manufacturing.
• Capability to perform duties of a Production Machine Technician.
• Basic understanding of mechanical applications and principles.
• Basic part identification skills.
• Basic knowledge in packaging equipment repair and maintenance, processing equipment repair and maintenance, HVAC systems repair and maintenance, and hydraulic systems troubleshooting and repair.

Why Work Here?

This is a direct placement position offering great benefits through the union. You will join a tight-knit maintenance team that values teamwork and collaboration.

Work Environment

You will work in a food manufacturing environment, smaller in scale compared to larger operations in the Portland area. The workplace adheres to GMP and SQF regulations, ensuring a focus on food safety.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Portland, OR.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $62400.00 - $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. Part of Teamsters union. Have medical, dental, 401K and pension.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Portland, OR.