Maintenance Technician - Weekend Shift - Starting at $26.25/hr

1440 Foods Manufacturing•Jeffersonville, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician performs preventive maintenance across manufacturing operations and troubleshoots and repairs machinery. The role maintains electro-mechanical equipment used in food and beverage production, including conveyors, mixers, fillers, packaging machinery, and refrigeration systems, while supporting safe, reliable operations and product quality. The position works with production and quality assurance teams, follows food safety and regulatory requirements, documents maintenance work, and assists with installing and commissioning new equipment. This is a weekend shift scheduled from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Friday through Monday. Overtime may be required before or after regular weekday shifts and on weekends; it may be voluntary or mandatory depending on business needs. The work involves both an office setting and a food manufacturing facility, with significant time on the manufacturing floor and required PPE in manufacturing areas.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 2 years of maintenance experience in manufacturing; food production experience is preferred.
Experience with CMMS programs for preventive maintenance, work orders, and spare-parts tracking.
Experience working with food-grade materials and equipment and understanding of food safety regulations and compliance requirements.
Ability to read and understand electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics.
Ability to operate and diagnose automated production equipment using an HMI.
Advanced knowledge of 480v, electrical controls, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
Ability to communicate effectively with technicians, operators, and leadership.
Commitment to safety and compliance with applicable OSHA, FDA, and GMP requirements.

Nice To Haves

Technical certification in mechanical technology.
PLC logic experience.
Welding, fabricating, and machining experience.
Maintenance experience in food production.

Responsibilities

Perform routine maintenance on electro-mechanical food and beverage production equipment, including conveyors, mixers, fillers, packaging machinery, and refrigeration systems.
Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical and mechanical equipment issues, identify root causes, and implement solutions.
Repair or replace defective parts and components using hand and power tools, precision measuring instruments, and diagnostic equipment.
Clean, sanitize, and maintain equipment according to food safety standards and regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with production and quality assurance teams to minimize downtime and optimize equipment performance while maintaining product quality and safety.
Assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment and machinery in accordance with manufacturer specifications and safety guidelines.
Document maintenance and repair activities, work performed, parts used, and other relevant information in maintenance logs and records.
Follow safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.
Stay updated on industry developments, technologies, and best practices in electro-mechanical maintenance and repair, particularly in food and beverage applications.