Senior Maintenance Mechanic

About the role

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanic to support a high-volume food manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production and packaging equipment to ensure maximum uptime, efficiency, and product quality in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues on production and packaging equipment
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on conveyors, motors, gearboxes, pumps, and processing equipment
• Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime and support production goals
• Troubleshoot electrical systems, including motors, sensors, relays, and control panels
• Assist with setup, changeovers, and adjustments to production lines
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals
• Perform basic welding, fabrication, and equipment modifications as needed
• Maintain accurate maintenance records within CMMS (if applicable)
• Follow all food safety (GMP), OSHA, and plant safety regulations
• Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams to improve equipment reliability