Maintenance Mechanic

About the Role

Perform preventative maintenance and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems across both high and low voltage equipment. Handle welding and fabrication tasks, conduct repairs and inspections, and support general facility maintenance. Ensure customer satisfaction by achieving maximum uptime on manufacturing equipment. Work closely with all departments in the facility, including Production and Shipping, in a team environment with opportunity for career advancement. Make a meaningful impact through continuous improvement across operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on production and facility equipment including industrial blenders, mixers, packaging machinery, pneumatic systems, conveyor systems, palletizers, and related equipment
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical and electrical issues to minimize downtime and maintain operational efficiency
• Conduct routine equipment audits; maintain accurate equipment inventory and service records
• Identify and report equipment deficiencies or improvement opportunities to the Maintenance Manager
• Install, maintain, and repair facility systems such as plumbing, lighting, and HVAC equipment
• Ensure strict compliance with all safety policies and procedures, including consistent use of lockout/tagout (LOTO) practices
• Proactively identify and correct/repair and install facilities equipment

Requirements

• Working knowledge of PLCs and electrical control systems, with the ability to troubleshoot, repair and installation
• Strong electrical/mechanical troubleshooting skills with the ability to repair and maintain fast-paced production lines
• Welding and fabrication experience preferred
• Experience with electrical conduits, wiring, networking, and control devices
• Ability to read and interpret electrical blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation
• Knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, and automated systems, including mixers and conveying/robotic systems
• Experience in a heavy industrial environment with hands-on equipment repair and installation
• Solid understanding of maintenance practices, tools, and occupational safety standards, including OSHA regulations and electrical codes
• Strong communication skills, including documentation, reporting and root cause analysis
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaborate effectively as part of a team
• Willingness to work overtime, respond to short-notice needs, and be available for emergency callbacks as required
• Commitment to following all company policies, procedures, and safety standards
• Must be a team player with the ability to work with minimum supervision
• High school degree or equivalent
• Able to walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb
• Must be able to perform heavy work exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally; and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently; and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects

Pay & Schedule

• Full-time positions available across all shifts (1st, 2nd and 3rd)
• Shift differential of $1.50/hour applies to 2nd shift and $2.00/hour to 3rd shift
• Up to $1.00/hr increase after 90 days depending on work performance
• Opportunities for overtime

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, disability
• Company paid life and disability benefits
• Paid vacation, paid holidays
• 401K
• Competitive wages
• Opportunity for advancement
• Friendly and team-oriented work environment with supportive management team
• Hands-on training and opportunities for advancement
• Company dedicated to continuous improvement