Maintenance Technician - 3rd Shift

About the role

Join the Food Manufacturing Industry in a Maintenance position on the 3rd shift (10:00 pm – 6:00 am, Monday–Friday).

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance on HPP and VAS equipment, building and facilities equipment, powered industrial equipment, and stationary equipment.
• Conduct routine preventative maintenance tasks and diagnose issues in collaboration with Production.
• Repair and maintain high-pressure processing equipment, feed and removal systems, and VAS equipment (e.g., conveyors, taping machines) to minimize downtime.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance checks and testing of sensors and electrical components; replace wear parts on schedule.
• Execute major PMs requiring machine downtime and rebuilds (e.g., wedge, plug, vessel alignment).
• Troubleshoot, adjust, and replace AC/DC electrical equipment (controls, proximity sensors, fuses, motor starters, relays, switches, timers).
• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and/or replace mechanical components (motors, drive chains, sprockets, sheaves, pulleys, rollers, conveyor belts, bearings, transfer plates).
• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and/or replace pneumatic equipment (hydronic and hydraulic seals, high-pressure components, air compressors, pumps, hoses, cylinders).
• Perform preventative maintenance inspections of plant equipment (conveyors, water heaters, HVAC, water pumps, heat exchangers, evaporators, fans, powered industrial equipment).
• Maintain maintenance tools on shadow boards and keep adequate stock of commonly needed spare parts.
• Test equipment before returning it to operators; ensure tools and replaced parts are removed and machinery is left in food-ready, sanitary condition or reported for CIP as needed.
• Follow facility’s Document Control Policy, health and safety standards, and GMP requirements for cleanliness.
• Handle minor tasks related to the position’s duties.
• Maintain tools in safe working order and ensure commonly used spare parts are stocked at points of use.
• Provide parts and supplies inventory information or other reports to leadership.

Additional Responsibilities

• On-call availability as needed to support the business.
• Rotating weekend work for major preventative maintenance tasks, machine rebuilds, and weekend processing support.
• Spend the bulk of time on the shop floor interacting with Line Leads and Machine Operators to identify potential issues early.

Requirements

• Competency in site-specific OEM equipment (Avure or Hiperbaric) as defined in the Skill Level Detail Appendix.
• Ability to read and understand schematic diagrams, parts manuals, equipment specifications, repair manuals, and maintenance technique videos.
• Completion of a certified OSHA 10-hour or 30-hour training course.
• Completion of Vector Solutions Electrical Technician training for the appropriate Technician Level.
• Flexibility with work schedule and job duties when the environment changes; weekend work or occasional shift changes required.
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English (speak, read, and write).
• Ability to balance productivity, quality, and safety in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to prioritize and perform responsibilities accurately and to deadline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing or 2 years of previous maintenance experience at a basic level.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a food processing or refrigerated warehouse facility.
• Welding experience.
• Experience with ammonia or glycol refrigeration systems.

Working Conditions

• Manufacturing, warehousing, and production facility environment.
• Ability to withstand refrigeration temperatures for up to 4 hours at a time; occasional work in a 0°F freezer may be required.
• Considerable physical activity; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 50 pounds and occasionally greater.
• Exposure to hazards or physical risks requiring adherence to basic safety precautions.
• Potential exposure to extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
• Ability to work with allergenic food ingredients as referenced by FDA if in direct contact.

Benefits

• Employer-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and EAP.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid vacation and holidays that start accruing the first week.
• Multiple medical plans (PPO and HDHP).
• Voluntary disability plans, accident insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, AD&D, and life insurance.
• Culture of people development and internal career growth.
• Culture of caring, collaboration, and respect.