Senior Maintenance Technician

The Cheesecake Factory•Battleboro, NC

15h•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Maintenance Technician will perform advanced mechanical and electrical troubleshooting on production and facility equipment, executing complex repairs, and leading maintenance initiatives. You'll provide technical leadership, support continuous improvement efforts, and help solve highly complex equipment and process issues. You’ll thrive in this position if you are: Intellectually Curious: you’re a lifelong learner who enjoys solving complex equipment and systems problems. Exhaustively meticulous: you maintain a high level of precision and attention to detail in all maintenance activities and documentation. Always Thinking Two Steps Ahead: you proactively identify risks, anticipate failures, and implement preventative solutions. Resourceful: you leverage advanced technical expertise and available resources to solve critical issues efficiently.

Requirements

7+ years of industrial maintenance experience (food or manufacturing preferred)
Advanced mechanical, electrical, and PLC troubleshooting expertise, including automation and control systems
Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, and complex industrial equipment
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, technical diagrams, and control drawings
Working knowledge of welding, fabrication, and machining
Strong understanding of GMPs, food safety, and sanitation requirements
Demonstrated leadership ability with experience mentoring or supervising technicians
Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and drive complex problem resolution
High School Diploma required; technical degree or certification preferred (Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Engineering Technology, or related)
Ability to work in an industrial bakery environment with exposure to extreme temperatures, allergens, noise, moving machinery, wet or confined spaces
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (8 to 12 hours), frequently bend, kneel, squat, stoop, and reach, and climb ladders or work in confined spaces
Frequently lift up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds; may team lift or use mechanical aids for heavier items and carry materials throughout the facility
Strong manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and ability to safely use hand and power tools
Ability to identify equipment issues through sight, sound, or smell and respond quickly to alarms or hazardous conditions
Capable of performing physically demanding work safely, including maintaining balance on uneven or elevated surfaces
Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed

Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair complex mechanical systems, including gearboxes, hydraulics, pneumatics, pumps, and industrial equipment.
Perform advanced electrical troubleshooting, including PLCs, drives, control systems, and wiring (up to 480V and beyond).
Troubleshoot and resolve highly complex mechanical and electrical issues, including root cause analysis in partnership with operations.
Program and troubleshoot PLC-based control systems, drives, and automation equipment.
Interpret and modify loop sheets, electrical schematics, P&IDs, I/O wiring, and panel drawings.
Respond to equipment and process alarms, identify root causes, and execute effective long-term repairs.
Support installation, startup, and optimization of new equipment to ensure design specifications are met.
Lead and mentor Maintenance Technicians, providing guidance, training, and technical expertise.
Perform complex preventative and predictive maintenance activities.
Maintain accurate logs, documentation, and compliance with GMP requirements.
Perform fabrication, welding, and machining tasks as needed.
Ensure tools and equipment are maintained in proper working condition and work areas are clean and organized.
Minimize equipment downtime, service calls, and reliance on external contractors.
Support maintenance and repair of refrigeration systems (including ammonia), spirals, HVAC, boilers, and compressed air systems.
Complete interdepartmental work orders and perform facility-related repairs, including carpentry when needed.