Maintenance Apprentice - Day Shift

Echo Lake Foods, Inc. • Huntington, IN

5d • $20 - $23

About The Position

Echo Lake Foods is a manufacturer of ready-to-eat egg products and breakfast foods. The Maintenance Apprentice supports the maintenance team in keeping food production equipment and facilities safe, reliable, and efficient. This entry-level position develops technical maintenance skills through hands-on training, mentoring, and classroom or on-the-job learning while upholding food safety, quality, and safety standards.

The position is listed for 6:00 AM–6:30 PM. The work takes place in a food manufacturing environment and may involve exposure to noise, temperature changes, and moving machinery. The role requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and climbing for extended periods, and lifting up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation. Flexibility to work various shifts, weekends, or overtime may be required.

Echo Lake Foods offers a paid apprenticeship with structured training and mentorship, opportunities to advance into Maintenance Technician roles, a competitive wages and benefits package, and hands-on experience in food production manufacturing. The posted salary range is USD $20.00–$23.00 per hour. Echo Lake Foods is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics under applicable law.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Enrollment in or willingness to participate in a formal maintenance apprenticeship or technical training program.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and a strong desire to learn industrial maintenance skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work well in a team environment.
• Basic math and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

Nice To Haves

• Coursework or background in industrial maintenance, mechanics, electricity, or mechatronics.
• Prior experience in manufacturing, food production, or a technical trade, including an internship, co-op, or entry-level role.
• Familiarity with basic hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist with routine preventive maintenance on production machinery, utilities, and facility equipment.
• Support troubleshooting and repair of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems under supervision.
• Learn to read and interpret basic mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and manuals.
• Perform basic tasks such as lubrication, parts replacement, adjustments, and equipment cleaning.
• Help document maintenance activities, work orders, and parts usage in the maintenance management system.
• Follow food safety, quality, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Comply with company safety policies, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), PPE, and safe work practices.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of maintenance areas and tools according to 5S principles.
• Participate in training programs, safety meetings, and continuous improvement activities.
• Support emergency maintenance calls as needed.

Benefits

• Paid apprenticeship with structured training and mentorship.
• Opportunities for career advancement into Maintenance Technician roles.
• Competitive wages and benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and 401(k).
• Hands-on experience in a food production manufacturing environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED