MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN I

About the role

This Maintenance Planner role reports to a Maintenance/Engineering Manager and is based in Dallas, TX. McCormick & Company is a global leader in flavor, manufacturing, marketing, and distributing spices, seasoning mixes, condiments, and other flavorful products to retail outlets, food manufacturers, and foodservice businesses.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting on a variety of production equipment.
• Methodically analyze and correct problems across a wide range of equipment and support systems.
• Work closely with co-workers inside and outside the Maintenance Department.
• Operate forklifts and work at heights up to 45 feet on material handling equipment.
• Lift up to 50 lbs and maneuver around equipment, climb stairs, and access ladders.
• Work overtime daily and weekends, sometimes with minimal notice; maintain flexibility with shift hours.
• Use CMMS and Microsoft Office; apply planned maintenance practices.
• Demonstrate process improvement ability and leadership; work individually and as part of a team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or 3–5 years of related experience.
• Minimum of one year supervising employees in a manufacturing, production, or industrial environment.
• Minimum of one year leading others through projects or initiatives.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to work across functions and interact with all levels of the organization.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities to assess risk.
• Understanding of the financial impact of business decisions affecting staffing, product components, and inventory.
• Ability to lead large teams to support business initiatives.
• Dynamic self-starter who works independently, applies sound judgment, and proactively initiates action steps.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and work under pressure.
• Collaborative approach to resolving issues.
• Excellent communication and organization skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office with strong Excel and PowerPoint skills.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in all maintenance crafts including basic electrical, mechanics, welding, and machine shop.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of CMMS and Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of planned maintenance practices.
• Demonstrated process improvement ability and leadership.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in food processing.
• Experience in plumbing, millwright, and carpentry.
• Welding experience including basic welding certification.
• PLC and industrial electrical experience.
• Robotic and conventional palletizer experience.
• Dense phase pneumatic conveying experience.
• Hands-on experience with new equipment installation.
• Experience with boilers, chillers, and air compressors.
• Trade school, certificate, or apprenticeship in industrial maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and relay logic.

Benefits

• Tuition assistance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Disability coverage
• Group life insurance
• 401(k) with profit sharing
• Paid holidays and vacations
• Paid sick days