2nd Shift - Industrial Maintenance Technician / Easton PA

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues on production and packaging machinery.
• Perform skilled maintenance on equipment such as conveyors, grinders, slicers, saws, scales, mixers, vacuum packagers, and refrigeration components.
• Conduct advanced troubleshooting using schematics, blueprints, multimeters, and diagnostic tools.
• Complete preventive maintenance tasks and recommend improvements to PM schedules.
• Assist with installation, modification, and commissioning of new equipment.
• Maintain facility infrastructure including HVAC, boilers, compressors, utilities, and plumbing related to production.
• Monitor and troubleshoot refrigeration units (ammonia or Freon), reporting issues to supervisors or qualified technicians.
• Maintain building systems to ensure compliance with USDA, OSHA, and food safety requirements.

Qualifications And Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent required; technical degree or certification preferred.
• 5+ years of experience as an industrial mechanic in manufacturing (food or meat industry strongly preferred).
• Advanced knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Experience with PLC-controlled equipment (troubleshooting preferred; programming a plus).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Welding and fabrication skills (MIG/TIG, stainless steel) preferred.
• Strong understanding of LOTO, OSHA standards, and food industry safety practices.
• Ability to work in cold environments and handle physical tasks including lifting up to 50 lbs.