Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance TechnicianReport to: Maintenance ManagerLocation: Lewisville, TX  Job Type: Full-time/Non-Exempt Business Hours: 8-hour shift, Weekends as needed Pay Range:  $25+/hr About the Company: Warabeya North America is a leading food manufacturer specializing in high-quality fresh and ready-to-eat food products. As part of the global Warabeya Nichiyo Group headquartered in Japan, we are dedicated with years of food innovation with a strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Our North American operations are growing, offering a collaborative, fast-paced environment where employees have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact and growth together with the company.Position Summary:  The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining production equipment and facility systems in compliance with Company, USDA, and FDA standards. This role supports equipment reliability, preventive maintenance programs, food safety, and operational efficiency while ensuring compliance with company policies and environmental and safety regulations. Key Responsibilities:  Start up, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain production machinery and equipmentRespond promptly to maintenance calls and equipment issues on production linesPerform preventive maintenance on machines, pumps, motors, pneumatic, hydraulic, and facility systemsDiagnose equipment failures, complete repairs, and conduct basic root cause analysis to minimize downtimeTroubleshoot worn parts and rebuild machine assemblies, pumps, valves, cylinders, and actuators as neededUtilize mechanical, electrical, plumbing, pneumatic, hydraulic, and basic PLC troubleshooting skillsComplete work orders in a timely manner and maintain accurate maintenance recordsMonitor spare parts inventory and report usage and re-order needs to managementMaintain a clean, safe, and organized work area while properly maintaining tools and equipmentFollow all company safety procedures and immediately report unsafe conditions, injuries, or accidentsAdditional Responsibilities:Perform other duties as assignedThe Company reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and responsibilities of this role as needed to meet business requirements.Qualifications: RequiredHigh school diploma or GED2+ years of maintenance experienceMechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, including the ability to read wiring diagrams, schematics, and ladder logicBasic knowledge of electrical systems, PLCs, hydraulics, pneumatics, and plumbing systemsEnglish proficiency in both oral and writtenActively listens and communicates clearly and effectively in both verbal and written forms, adapting to the audience as neededAbility to maintain consistent performance in a fast-paced environmentAbility to work overtime and weekends as neededAbility to work onsite (remote work is not an option)Flexible mindset with the ability to adapt to change and learn quicklyApplicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis at the time the employment begins and must not require sponsorship for employment visa status. This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization.PreferredTechnical or vocational training Maintenance experience in a manufacturing or food production environment Spanish proficiency in both oral and writtenExperience in Cooling TowerKnowledge of OSHA regulations Work Environment and Workplace:Work is primarily performed in an indoor environment, including manufacturing, kitchen, and warehouse settingsThe role may involve exposure to moving mechanical parts, regular exposure to conditions such as hot and cold temperatures, humidity, and confined spaces depending on job dutiesThe noise level in the work environment is typically moderate to highPhysical Requirement: To successfully perform the essential functions of this role, the employee must be able to:Must be able to remain in a stationary position and/or move for extended periodsPerform repetitive hand and arm movements to operate food processing, packaging, or sanitation equipmentSafely handle raw materials, ingredients, finished products, and packaging materials in a production settingLift, transport, maneuver materials, or equipment weighing up to approximately 75 poundsBend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach frequently to access materials, equipment, and work areasMaintain visual acuity to read labels, monitors, safety indicators, documents, and production instructionsWork in environments that may include exposure to food ingredients, cleaning agents, temperature-controlled areas (hot/cold), and moderate to high noise levelsSafely operate motorized vehicles or equipment within the facility as neededCommunicate effectively using speech, written language, hearing, and visual observation in person, by phone, and via virtual platformsAbility to work at heights 20 feet or higher when requiredTravel Requirements:No travel is required for this role.Benefits: 401(k), 401(k) matching Dental/Medical, Vision insurance - 100% paid employee's premium Life Insurance Paid Time Off