Machine Maintenance Tech (Afternoon/Evening Shift)

• Training Hours: 6:00am-2:30pm, 7:00am-3:30pm, or 8:00am-4:30pm (Flexible with training hours; training is required on 1st shift)
• Standard Hours: 4:00pm-12:30am, Monday-Friday (with option to work additional 2 hours until 2:30am if OT is desired; may be required occasionally to support business operations)

What You'll Do:

• Troubleshoot and repair production lines and equipment using mechanical and electrical knowledge.
• Complete product setups and changeovers; support general operations as needed.
• Assist ensuring all GMP and HACCP guidelines are adhered to by production staff when the Shift Supervisor is unavailable.
• Execute the preventative maintenance schedule for the upkeep of machines and facilities equipment.
• Conduct repairs and preventive maintenance to minimize interference with production operations and maximize up time.
• Complete minor plumbing, carpentry, and electrical repairs to the building as needed.
• Conduct root cause failure analysis and engage with vendors to troubleshoot machinery.
• Visually inspect and test machinery and equipment.
• Monitor equipment for unusual sounds or movements to detect malfunctions and diagnose issues.
• Dismantle defective machines and install new or repaired parts according to specifications and blueprints.
• Maintain records of issues and maintenance completed on machines.
• Provide both guidance and tactical assistance to the Shift Supervisor and production personnel in the repair, maintenance, and installations including daily process problem-solving.
• Apply understanding of how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes to identify options and best solution.
• Respond quickly to production line calls and resolves issues promptly; communicate progress to leadership as appropriate.
• Adjust functional parts of machinery and control equipment to make them work more efficiently.
• Follow standards for food safety and food quality production according to GMP, CFR, as well as the regulations of major customers and governmental agencies such as OSHA, FDA and EPA.
• Comply with all safety and quality regulations, reporting issues to the Lead Maintenance Technician and Maintenance Manager.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
• 2-year degree in Mechanical or Electrical preferred
• 3+ years' experience working in a food/beverage, dietary supplement or pharmaceutical manufacturing, or bottle/canning facility strongly desired
• Experience in electrical, mechanical, high-speed packaging and PLC is desired
• Familiarity with food safety/quality programs such as GMP and CFR is desired
• Must be able to work under minimal supervision while staying on task, adapting to changes in priorities, and demonstrating a strong sense of urgency
• Ability to communicate effectively and timely with operations personnel and leadership
• Great problem-solver with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and deadlines
• Must be able to work overtime as needed to support production operations
• Ability to use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; converse and listen; sit; stand; walk; kneel; bend at waist
• Frequently required to lift, carry, move, push or pull materials, product or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds

• $32.00-$36.00+ (based on experience) plus an additional $1.00 shift premium in addition to the base pay
• Double Pay for Weekend Overtime Work and Hours >50 Per Week
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Package
• Paid Holidays
• 401K with GREAT Company Match
• Affordable Insurance - Medical, Dental, and Vision
• HSA Plan Option with Quarterly Company Contribution
• Company Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability and Life & AD&D
• $1,000 Referral Bonuses - Uncapped!
• AND more!