Maintenance Machinist

Ventura Foods • Chambersburg, PA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Machinist repairs, maintains, and fabricates machinery, mechanical systems, and electrical equipment across packaging and refinery operations. The role operates lathes, milling machines, welding equipment, and fabrication tools to manufacture, modify, and repair machine components, helping ensure equipment reliability and optimal performance. Welding and metal fabrication skills are used to troubleshoot mechanical issues, minimize downtime, and support continuous production. The position follows company-approved food safety practices and maintenance standards while performing preventive and corrective maintenance.

The role also performs emergency and scheduled production-equipment repairs, coordinates with other mechanics when needed, and maintains electrical and mechanical systems and equipment. Work is onsite on the day shift. Typical shifts are 8–12 hours per day, with additional unscheduled time after hours and on weekends potentially required.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
• 5–7 years of experience operating and maintaining manual and CNC lathes, machining equipment, welding systems, and fabrication tools, including manufacturing, modifying, and repairing precision machine components.
• Training in safety-related programs necessary for the position, including LOTO and confined space entry.
• Advanced understanding of mechanical applications and principles, including part identification.
• Strong work ethic, reliable attendance, and ability to perform duties with minimal supervision.
• Ability to solve practical problems involving varied concrete variables and limited standardization.
• Ability to interpret written, oral, diagram, and schedule instructions, including technical instructions in mathematical form and blueprints.
• Working knowledge of electronic and electrical concepts and operating safety, and demonstrated ability to use hand and power tools commonly used in electrical, electronic, and mechanical trades.
• Willingness and ability to wear personal protective equipment as required by company policy and/or legal requirements.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair equipment using mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic skills in accordance with established GMP and safety procedures.
• Provide emergency and unscheduled production-equipment repairs during production, and perform scheduled repairs during machine service; call for backup and coordinate repairs with other mechanics.
• Install, repair, overhaul, modify, and maintain electrical and mechanical systems, equipment, and machinery.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and repair activities when not responding to breakdowns.
• Diagnose and repair or replace faulty electrical, electronic, and mechanical components throughout the facility.
• Follow food safety policies, procedures, and regulatory criteria, including the current SQF code, Good Manufacturing Practices, and the Food Safety Modernization Act and associated preventive controls.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage beginning on the first day for eligible employees.
• Profit sharing and 401(k) matching after eligibility criteria are met.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Employee appreciation events.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Training and a supportive manager.

What This Job Offers

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