Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift - Starting at $26.25/hr

Maintenance Technician

1440 Foods is a sports and active nutrition company on a mission to help energize people to unleash their potential with a focused portfolio of accessible, great-tasting health and wellness brands: Pure Protein nutrition bars; and Body Fortress high efficacy protein powders; MET-Rx high-performance meal replacements; and FitCrunch delicious high protein snacks. Join our fun, fast-paced company to be a part of growing 1440 Foods into the future!

The Maintenance Technician will perform preventive maintenance for all manufacturing operations, along with troubleshooting and repairing machinery problems.

Scheduled hours for this 1st shift position are 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM.

Overtime may be required and can be scheduled before and/or after regular weekday shifts, as well as on weekends. Overtime may be voluntary or mandatory, depending on business needs.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform routine maintenance on electro-mechanical equipment used in food and beverage production, including but not limited to conveyors, mixers, fillers, packaging machinery, and refrigeration systems.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical and mechanical issues with equipment to identify root causes of malfunctions and implement effective solutions.
• Conduct repairs and replacements of defective parts or components using hand and power tools, precision measuring instruments, and diagnostic equipment.
• Ensure that all equipment is properly cleaned, sanitized, and maintained in accordance with food safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with production and quality assurance teams to minimize downtime and optimize equipment performance while maintaining product quality and safety.
• Assist in the installation and commissioning of new equipment and machinery, ensuring compliance with manufacturer specifications and safety guidelines.
• Document all maintenance and repair activities, including work performed, parts used, and any other relevant information, in maintenance logs and records.
• Adhere to safety protocols and procedures at all times to maintain a safe working environment for yourself and others.
• Stay updated on industry developments, new technologies, and best practices in electro-mechanical systems maintenance and repair, with a focus on applications in the food and beverage industry.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

• Ability to read and understand electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics.
• Ability to operate and diagnose automated production equipment by navigating the HMI.
• Advanced knowledge involving: 480v, electrical controls, hydraulics, pneumatics.
• PLC logic experience preferred.
• Welding, fabricating, and machining experience preferred.
• Ability to effectively communicate with other technicians, operators, and leadership to maintain a high level of cooperation among all departments.
• Commitment to safety and compliance with all relevant regulations and standards, including OSHA, FDA, and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).

Education & Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent, Technical Certification in mechanical technology, preferred.
• 2+ years of maintenance experience in manufacturing (food production preferred).
• Experience with CMMS programs used for preventative maintenance, work orders, and spare parts tracking.
• Experience working with food-grade materials and equipment, with a solid understanding of food safety regulations and compliance requirements.

Work Environment:

• Exposure to both the office setting and food manufacturing facility.
• Significant amount of time on the manufacturing floor.
• Must wear required PPE while in all manufacturing areas.
• Moving parts and machinery are present in the plant.

Physical Demands:

• Frequent sitting, standing, or walking.
• Frequent ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Ability to physically perform functions of repetitive motion, grasping, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, crouching, kneeling, stooping, balancing, and climbing.
• Noise levels will vary, higher noise levels exist while in the plant operations areas.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay including automatic wage increases with continued service, performance bonuses, and 401(k) with company match.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective day one, HSA and FSA, EAP program, and onsite gym.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• In-house training and internal job board for promotion opportunities.
• Performance bonuses and service awards.
• Charitable activities and local impact opportunities.
• Free protein bars and healthy snacks.