Maintenance Technician - Food Processing Equipment

PGI Foods•Lowell, MA

1d•$38 - $46•Onsite

About The Position

Now Hiring: Maintenance Technician – Food Processing Equipment 📍 Location: Lowell, MA 💲 Pay: $38–$46/hour (DOE) 🕒 Schedule: Monday–Friday | 2nd Shift Why Join Us? At Plenus Group, Inc. , we’re a growing food manufacturer producing high-quality soups, sauces, and specialty food products for restaurants and grocery partners. We offer a stable work environment, modern equipment, and opportunities to grow your skills in a fast-paced production setting. Position Overview We’re seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician to support our production facility. This role is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining manufacturing equipment to ensure maximum uptime and efficiency. This is a hands-on role working with mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and fluid systems in a food production environment.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required
5+ years of maintenance experience in a food or beverage manufacturing environment
Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
Experience with production, packaging, and process equipment
Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, CMMS systems a plus)
Valid Driver’s License
Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally
Ability to lift up to 60 lbs
Frequent standing, walking, bending, climbing, and reaching
Work around moving machinery, temperature changes, and food production environments (heat, steam, cold)
Exposure to dust, allergens, and industrial conditions

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on production equipment
Maintain and support packaging and processing machinery
Install, modify, and upgrade manufacturing equipment
Diagnose issues with electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
Complete maintenance logs, work orders, and equipment documentation
Maintain proper inventory of parts and maintenance supplies
Ensure compliance with HACCP and food safety standards
Collaborate with production, quality, and operations teams to minimize downtime