Maintenance Technician - 1st shift

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical and mechanical issues on production equipment.
• Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems including wiring, motors, starters, and control systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance based on schedules and production needs.
• Disassemble and reassemble equipment to repair or replace defective components.
• Adjust machinery and control systems to optimize performance.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns in a timely manner to minimize production downtime.
• Install, move, and relocate machinery and equipment based on layouts and drawings.
• Create and complete work orders, accurately documenting repairs and labor hours in CMMS.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to support line efficiency and minimize downtime.
• Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout and safe work practices.
• Support continuous improvement efforts related to equipment reliability and performance.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational objectives.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment (food manufacturing preferred).
• Strong electrical troubleshooting experience in industrial manufacturing environments.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Experience working with 3-phase motors, starters, and overloads.
• Working knowledge of mechanical systems (bearings, belts, chains, sprockets, etc.).
• Experience with CMMS systems and basic computer skills.
• Associate degree in Industrial Electricity, Automation, or related field or equivalent hands-on experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in food manufacturing environments.
• Experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment.
• Familiarity with VFDs and basic programming or diagnostics.
• Knowledge of sensors (pressure, flow, temperature) and control systems.
• Experience supporting packaging or high-speed production lines.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in a warehouse and food manufacturing environment.
• Regular exposure to varying temperatures, humidity, noise levels, and food ingredients.
• Frequent standing, sitting, and walking throughout scheduled shifts.
• Regular bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting as part of material-handling activities.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• May be required to work varying shifts, weekends, and extra time dependent on business needs.

Pay & Benefits

Compensation is based on experience, geographic locations, and other legally permitted factors. The starting hourly rate is $28.00/hr. This position may also be eligible for overtime pay.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Pre-tax spending accounts.
• 401K with company match.
• Paid time off.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Life insurance.

Disclosures

This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended only to be a general description of the essential functions common to positions of this type. Richelieu Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.