Industrial Maintenance Tech (12 HR Day)

Location: 4201 S Highway 75, Sherman, TX 75090 | Shift: 12‑hour rotating 2‑2‑3 (7:00 AM – 7:30 PM)

About the role

The Industrial Maintenance Technician performs preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on production equipment, blow molding machinery, packaging systems, utilities, and facility equipment. The role ensures equipment reliability, minimizes downtime, and supports safe, efficient manufacturing operations while maintaining compliance with all safety, quality, and food safety standards. This position requires a hands‑on maintenance professional with a strong industrial mechanical background who can work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Schedule

• Day shift: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM
• Rotating 2‑2‑3 schedule (12‑hour shifts)
• Week 1: Work Mon‑Tue, Off Wed‑Thu, Work Fri‑Sun
• Week 2: Off Mon‑Tue, Work Wed‑Thu, Off Fri‑Sun
• Every other weekend off; consistent 12‑hour schedule
• Overtime, weekends, holidays, and emergency call‑ins required as business needs dictate

Responsibilities

• Follow all plant safety policies, OSHA regulations, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, and safe maintenance practices
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on manufacturing and facility equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and process‑related issues
• Install, adjust, maintain, and repair blow molding equipment, packaging equipment, conveyors, palletizers, compressors, chillers, and ancillary systems
• Diagnose equipment failures and determine root causes to minimize production downtime
• Perform equipment changeovers, tooling changes, and machine setup activities as needed
• Inspect, troubleshoot, rebuild, and replace pumps, motors, valves, cylinders, gearboxes, bearings, and drive components
• Read and interpret equipment manuals, technical drawings, electrical schematics, and hydraulic/pneumatic diagrams
• Complete work orders and document maintenance activities within the CMMS system
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment reliability and operational efficiency
• Assist with installation and startup of new equipment and facility projects
• Perform welding, fabrication, and repair work as required
• Operate forklifts, scissor lifts, pallet jacks, and other mobile equipment safely when authorized
• Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Engineering, and Production teams to resolve equipment issues
• Maintain an organized, clean work environment per GMP, SQF, BRC, and company standards
• Work overtime, weekends, holiday coverage, and emergency call‑ins as business needs require
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong mechanical maintenance background with demonstrated preventive maintenance experience
• Ability to read and understand equipment manuals, technical documentation, and maintenance instructions
• Basic computer skills and experience entering maintenance records electronically
• Must provide and maintain own basic maintenance tools
• Knowledge of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and safe industrial maintenance practices
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and effectively within a team environment
• Ability to work a 12‑hour rotating 2‑2‑3 schedule and demonstrate shift flexibility during operational transitions
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as required

Preferred Qualifications

• Blow molding equipment experience
• Plastics manufacturing experience
• Electrical troubleshooting experience using VOM/multimeters
• PLC troubleshooting and/or programming experience
• Trade school certificate in Electrical or Mechanical Technology
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline
• SQF, BRC, food manufacturing, or regulated manufacturing experience
• Experience maintaining and repairing high‑speed packaging equipment
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics
• Ability to read and interpret hydraulic and pneumatic schematics
• Welding experience including MIG, TIG, and Stick welding
• Experience using precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, rulers, tape measures)
• Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) experience
• Millwright experience
• CAD (Computer Aided Drafting) experience
• HVAC, industrial refrigeration, or chiller maintenance experience
• Experience servicing industrial compressed air systems
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing hydraulic systems
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing pneumatic systems
• Forklift, scissor lift, and pallet jack operating experience

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and climb throughout a 12‑hour shift
• Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work from ladders, elevated work platforms, and confined spaces when needed
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment safely
• Ability to distinguish colors, read gauges, and interpret equipment displays and indicators

Work Environment

• Manufacturing production environment with moving mechanical equipment
• Exposure to varying temperatures, noise, dust, and vibration
• Regular use of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and other required safety equipment
• Work may involve exposure to industrial electrical systems, compressed air systems, hydraulic systems, and rotating machinery

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Company holidays and vacation days
• Tuition reimbursement
• Learning and training opportunities
• Bonus potential
• 401(k) plan with company contributions
• Rewards and recognition programs
• Opportunities to make a difference in the community