Maintenance Technician - Second Shift - New Oxford

Sandridge Crafted Foods•New Oxford, PA

3d•$30 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing food processing and packaging equipment to support safe, efficient, and compliant operations. This role supports the facility’s SQF certified food safety and quality management system by ensuring equipment, utilities, and infrastructure are maintained in sanitary, safe operating condition. The position requires strict compliance with OSHA safety standards, including Lockout/Tagout (29 CFR 1910.147), electrical safety, and confined space requirements, with familiarity supporting boiler systems, ammonia refrigeration systems, and wastewater treatment operations as applicable. Essential functions must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

Ability to safely perform maintenance tasks following training and authorization
Ability to comply with LOTO, electrical safety, and confined space requirements
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED; technical or trade school preferred
Prior experience in food manufacturing or regulated environments
Experience with preventive maintenance programs
Designation as an OSHA-defined authorized employee for LOTO
Confined space entry training
Electrical safety or NFPA 70E awareness training
Familiarity with boiler systems and wastewater treatment operations
Experience working in SQF or BRCGS-certified facilities

Responsibilities

Perform preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on food processing, packaging, and facility equipment
Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
Repair or replace worn, damaged, or defective components
Verify equipment is restored to safe, sanitary operating condition prior to production release
Perform maintenance activities using hygienic maintenance practices to prevent product contamination
Protect exposed product zones and food-contact surfaces during maintenance
Identify and report equipment conditions that may pose food safety or foreign material risks
Support allergen and preventive maintenance programs
Perform lockout/tagout procedures prior to servicing, maintenance, or repair activities
Apply and remove personal lock(s) and tag(s) in accordance with the facility Energy Control Program
Verify isolation of all hazardous energy sources and confirm zero-energy state
Maintain control of lockout devices and keys throughout maintenance activities
Never bypass or defeat guards, interlocks, or safety devices
Perform electrical work only within the scope of training and authorization
Follow electrical safety procedures, including verification of de-energized equipment prior to work
Use appropriate tools, PPE, and safeguards when working on or near electrical systems
Identify and report electrical hazards, damaged components, or unsafe conditions
Comply with the facility’s Confined Space Entry Program
Participate in confined space entry only after required training and authorization
Follow permit-required confined space procedures, including atmospheric testing, ventilation, and attendant requirements
Never enter confined spaces without proper permits, monitoring, and controls in place
Perform routine inspections and basic maintenance tasks on boiler systems and related utilities within scope of training
Monitor boiler operation indicators and report abnormal conditions
Support licensed or certified boiler operators as required
Follow boiler safety procedures and escalation protocols
Demonstrate working knowledge of onsite wastewater treatment processes and system components
Perform basic maintenance or inspections on wastewater equipment as assigned and trained
Identify and report operational issues, alarms, or environmental concerns
Support environmental compliance activities under direction of qualified personnel
Demonstrate working knowledge of anhydrous ammonia refrigeration systems and associated hazards
Perform maintenance tasks on ammonia systems only within scope of training and authorization
Follow site ammonia safety procedures, PPE requirements, and emergency response protocols
Identify and report ammonia leaks, alarms, or unsafe conditions immediately
Support preventive maintenance, inspections, and documentation for ammonia systems
Comply with applicable OSHA PSM (29 CFR 1910.119) and EPA RMP requirements as directed
Follow all OSHA and site safety requirements, including PPE, hazard communication, and emergency response procedures
Report unsafe conditions, incidents, and near misses immediately
Support FSMA Preventive Controls related to equipment and facility maintenance
Complete maintenance work orders, PM records, inspection logs, and LOTO documentation accurately
Document repairs, parts usage, and equipment status changes
Maintain records required for audits, inspections, and compliance verification
Coordinate maintenance activities with production, sanitation, QA, and utilities teams
Support sanitation during equipment teardown and reassembly
Assist with line startups, changeovers, and shutdowns
Maintain regular and predictable attendance
Respond to emergency maintenance calls and work off-shift, weekend, or on-call schedules as required
Assist with installation or modification of equipment and utilities
Participate in continuous improvement, reliability, or capital projects
Support special maintenance or facility initiatives