Industrial Maintenance Technician

About the role

At Barilla, we are seeking a Plant Maintenance Technician to join our team at our food manufacturing facility. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring our production lines operate at peak performance.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on production equipment and plant systems.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, PLC, and VFD issues.
• Complete repairs involving welding, machining, fabrication, and electrical work.
• Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime.
• Maintain and monitor plant utility systems, including air compressors, fire protection systems, and facility equipment.
• Perform equipment changeovers and format/size adjustments.
• Calibrate and adjust metal detection systems while maintaining required documentation.
• Work closely with Production and Packaging teams to keep product flowing efficiently.
• Clock in maintenance activities with outside contractors and vendors when needed.
• Prioritize work orders to support production schedules.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives that increase reliability, safety, and efficiency.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and follow all food safety and quality procedures.

Requirements

• Achieved an Associate degree in a maintenance-related field or at least three years of industrial maintenance experience (mechanical and/or electrical).
• Experience troubleshooting industrial manufacturing equipment.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Experience with PLCs (Allen-Bradley and Siemens) is highly preferred.
• Experience troubleshooting Variable Frequency Drives (Allen-Bradley) is a plus.
• Welding, machining, fabrication, and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with production teams.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a maintenance-related field or at least three years of industrial maintenance experience (mechanical and/or electrical).
• Experience troubleshooting industrial manufacturing equipment.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Experience with PLCs (Allen-Bradley and Siemens) is highly preferred.
• Experience troubleshooting Variable Frequency Drives (Allen-Bradley) is a plus.
• Welding, machining, fabrication, and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with production teams.

Benefits

• Competitive starting pay of $33.26/hour
• Additional $1.75/hour Night Shift Differential
• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
• 401K with up to 6% company match
• Company paid life insurance
• Bonus opportunities
• Tuiton reimbursement
• Company paid training classes
• A team-oriented culture focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• The opportunity to make a real impact every day

Pay

$33.26/hour

Schedule

Night Shift