2nd Shift Production Maintenance

About the role

J&J Snack Foods, a leader in the snack food industry for over 50 years, provides branded snack foods to foodservice and retail supermarket outlets across the U.S. Its portfolio includes icons such as SUPERPRETZEL, ICEE, Dippin’ Dots, LUIGI’S Real Italian Ice, The Funnel Cake Factory Funnel Cakes, and Hola Churros, as well as bakery products like cakes, cookies, and pies. The Production Maintenance team is responsible for the maintenance and operation of all production plant equipment, systems, buildings, and utilities.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, adjust, maintain, repair, and troubleshoot operation systems and components.
• Interface with plant Computerized Maintenance Management Software (CMMS) to track asset condition and parts inventory.
• Collaborate with the Maintenance Supervisor on all projects to ensure proper and safe completion.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and operate plant automation systems, including but not limited to:
  • HMI screens
  • Variable Frequency Drives
  • Single and three‑phase motors
  • PLCs
  • Servo motors and drives
  • Analog and digital I/O (4‑20 mA and 0‑10 V control signals)
  • Pressure, flow, temperature, and level sensors
  • AC and DC control systems
  • Pneumatic control systems
  • Gearboxes, conveyors, and associated control systems
  • Serial and Ethernet‑based communication protocols
• Operate maintenance equipment (tools, testing equipment, meters).
• Perform service calls on production equipment for Pre‑Pack, Bulk, Cups, Sanitation, and Batching lines.
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams and electrical drawings.
• Participate in an on‑call rotation covering days, nights, and weekends as needed.

Competencies

• Self‑motivated, driven leader.
• Mechanical aptitude, electrical troubleshooting, and current service skills.
• Automation/controls experience.
• Strong customer, interpersonal, and team relations.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management abilities.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Great oral and written communication skills.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years working as a maintenance or service technician.
• At least 2 years’ experience with automation controls equipment.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to lift 55 lb or more regularly; occasional lifts over 70 lb.
• Capability to work at heights and possess scissor‑lift and boom‑lift qualifications.
• Valid driver’s license with an excellent driving record.
• Successful completion of a 60‑day training/qualifying period.
• Ability to pass a background check.

Travel Requirements

Intermittent travel is required, averaging about 10 % of the time, depending on project opportunities.

Pay

US hourly pay range: $26 – $30 USD.