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Maintenance Tech II - Industrial Manufacturing

PIEDMONT CANDY COMPANY•Lexington, KY
•$35 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for a Maintenance Technician II to join our growing manufacturing team and help support reliable, safe, and efficient operations. This role is ideal for someone with strong mechanical maintenance experience in manufacturing who wants steady work, opportunities to grow their skills, and a company that takes safety and food quality seriously.

Requirements

  • 3–5+ years of manufacturing maintenance experience
  • Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills
  • Experience working on industrial or production equipment
  • Ability to work independently and take ownership of repairs
  • Comfort working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
  • Willingness to work flexible hours or occasional overtime as needed
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, and work on equipment for extended periods
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
  • Ability to work around heat, noise, and moving machinery

Nice To Haves

  • Experience with PLCs or automated equipment is a plus, but not required.
  • Familiarity with food manufacturing, GMPs, or sanitation standards is preferred
  • Exposure to PLC-controlled equipment or basic electrical troubleshooting
  • Welding or light fabrication experience
  • Experience using a CMMS system
  • Background in food or confectionery manufacturing

Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and packaging equipment in a food manufacturing environment
  • Perform preventative maintenance to reduce downtime and keep equipment running smoothly
  • Diagnose and repair mechanical issues involving conveyors, motors, gearboxes, bearings, belts, chains, pneumatics, and related systems
  • Respond to production calls and breakdowns in a timely, professional manner
  • Assist with equipment installations, improvements, and changeovers
  • Work closely with production, quality, and leadership teams to support daily operations
  • Follow all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout, machine guarding, and hot work practices
  • Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance work performed

Benefits

  • Stable, long-term employment in a growing manufacturing company
  • Competitive pay based on experience
  • Supportive leadership that values safety and preventative maintenance
  • Opportunities to expand skills and grow within the maintenance team
  • A clean, safety-focused production environment

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