1st Shift Maintenance Technician – Food & Beverage Manufacturing

Fortress Nutrition is growing—and we’re looking for a skilled, driven and reliable Maintenance Technician to support our high-speed Beverage Canning operations on 1st shift. If you enjoy hands-on troubleshooting, working with machinery/equipment, and being the person who keeps production running, this is a great opportunity to join a fast-paced manufacturing team. This role is critical to minimizing downtime, maintaining equipment reliability, and supporting production in real time.

Schedule

• 1st Shift Monday – Friday: 9:00am-6:00pm
• Overtime and weekends required based on production needs
• Must be available for on-call support as needed

Training Schedule: Monday – Friday: 9:00am-6:00pm (hands-on training to learn equipment, systems, and processes). Note: Maintenance schedules may be adjusted or staggered based on business/operation needs.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair production equipment using mechanical and electrical knowledge
• Respond quickly to production line calls and resolve issues to minimize downtime
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and facility systems
• Support product setups, changeovers, and general production operations
• Monitor equipment for unusual sounds, movements, or performance issues
• Conduct root cause analysis and coordinate with vendors as needed
• Disassemble and repair equipment, replacing defective parts as required
• Perform minor facility repairs (plumbing, electrical, carpentry, etc.)
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation
• Ensure compliance with GMP, HACCP, and regulatory standards (OSHA, FDA, EPA, etc.)
• Provide support and guidance to production teams when needed
• Follow all safety and quality procedures at all times
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 3+ years of maintenance experience in industrial manufacturing on high-speed equipment (food, beverage, pharmaceutical, or similar preferred)
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English
• Must be reliable, flexible, and able to adapt to changing priorities
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and be on-call as needed
• Must operate with a high sense of urgency at all times

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related field
• Experience with high-speed packaging equipment and PLC systems
• Knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, and food safety & quality standards
• Experience in food, beverage, bottling, canning, high-speed packaging, or other regulated manufacturing environments

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 12 hours per shift)
• Frequent use of hands and fingers to handle and operate tools and equipment
• Bending, kneeling, climbing (on ladders/mezzanines up to 20 feet high), and reaching as needed
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50lbs on a frequent basis

Pay

Starting Pay: $33.00-$36.00 per hour, with higher starting rates offered based on experience and qualifications. Double Time Pay for 50+ hours per workweek AND any weekend work.

Benefits

• PTO Package with Carryover Option
• Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental & Vision (Affordable Family Coverage)
• HSA with Company Contributions
• Company-paid Life, AD&D, Short- & Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) with strong company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Bonuses