Production Maintenance Technician
About The Position
The Production Maintenance Technician works with a team to maintain production equipment and minimize downtime. Equipment includes machinery used for ground beef production, steak cutting, cooked and cured meat processing, and packaging. The role covers mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic maintenance, including troubleshooting and repairs, routine upkeep, coordination and documentation of outside contractor and vendor work, and installation of new equipment. The position is primarily Monday through Friday and may require some weekends to complete repairs and routine maintenance. The schedule listed is second shift, 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Other duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- An associate degree related to mechanical, electrical, or electronics fields, or 3+ years of food production maintenance or other relevant experience; listed as preferred.
- Ability to work with computers, including inventory software, databases, and other systems.
- Good organizational, time-management, and mathematical skills.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds occasionally.
- Ability to work in hot and cold temperatures.
- Hardworking, dependable, and reliable.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Flexible and open to change.
- Ability to work independently and communicate within a team environment.
- Ability to learn quickly, embrace responsibility, and accept accountability.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Safety-first attitude and ability to work with employees, managers, and outside contractors.
Nice To Haves
- Experience maintaining food production equipment.
Responsibilities
- Safely operate power tools and lift equipment.
- Troubleshoot mechanical and technical issues.
- Perform routine maintenance to keep equipment in proper working order.
- Replace blades, belts, and other parts as needed.
- Communicate repairs and issues to managers and employees.
- Coordinate outside maintenance by researching options, obtaining quotes, scheduling work, reviewing and approving invoices, and documenting and tracking completed maintenance.
- Liaise with warehouse staff and management on additional projects.
- Track inventory and supplies.
- Coordinate workflow and communicate with coworkers and supervisors.
- Follow procedures, rules, and regulations in day-to-day duties.
- Help install new equipment and minimize production downtime.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
