Industrial Maintenance Technician | 3rd Shift

Gehl Food & Beverage•Lathrop, CA

8h•$30 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for executing work orders, troubleshooting equipment issues, and supporting maintenance projects across aseptic packaging and processing operations. This role ensures equipment reliability, production readiness, and compliance with SOPs, GMPs, and safety standards while supporting continuous improvement and team initiatives.

Requirements

High school diploma with 2–5 years of experience in food processing or high-speed filling equipment
Experience troubleshooting aseptic food packaging machinery
Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
Knowledge of PLCs, VFDs, servo motors, AC/DC systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics
Ability to read electrical schematics and technical documentation
Experience using CMMS/CSMMS systems in an industrial environment
Knowledge of safe electrical and mechanical work practices
Proficiency with basic computer applications and maintenance reporting tools
Ability to work independently and within a self-directed team environment

Responsibilities

Perform mechanical and electromechanical maintenance activities on production equipment
Troubleshoot and repair issues involving fillers, case packers, cappers, blend systems, silos, and CIP systems
Conduct preventive, predictive, and emergency maintenance on processing and packaging equipment
Read and interpret electrical schematics, technical drawings, and equipment documentation
Support equipment changeovers, conversions, and precision machine setup
Document maintenance activities and complete work orders in the CMMS system
Assist with maintenance planning, parts procurement, and continuous improvement initiatives
Support plant utilities including boilers, air compressors, cooling towers, and chillers
Ensure all work is completed safely and in compliance with GMP and SOP requirements