Job Description

Join a Fortune 500 food manufacturer with some of the most well-known brands in the U.S. This is a state-of-the-art facility offering excellent pay, benefits, and a great culture.

Schedule: Dayshift (5:45 AM – 6:15 PM) or Nightshift (5:45 PM – 6:15 AM)

Pay: $44.47/hr (Level 6) plus $3/hr adder for nights

What you'll do:

• Ensure the manufacture of consumer foods meets all safety, quality, and regulatory standards

• Support and promote site safety policies; identify unsafe conditions and coach peers to maintain a safe work environment.

• Operate, maintain, clean, and perform changeovers on production equipment in compliance with GMP and sanitation standards

• Perform preventive maintenance, work orders, lubrication, troubleshooting, and repairs to maximize equipment performance; recommend and implement improvements as needed.

• Inspect, maintain, and repair electrical, instrumentation, controls, and automation systems

• Proficient in troubleshooting and operation of:

  • Power Distribution

  • Allen-Bradley Studio5000 / Logix5000 hardware & software

  • Drives & Motion Control

  • FactoryTalk ME & SE

  • Ethernet/IP Control Networks

  • Food Manufacturing & Utility Instrumentation

• Utilize prints, schematics, manuals, and testing equipment to perform maintenance and troubleshooting activities.

• Adhere to company drawing, documentation, and recordkeeping standards.

• Coach and mentor team members on automation systems, machine functionality, and defect resolution.

• Actively participate in training and qualification programs, ensuring consistent standards and building technician skills.

• Apply continuous improvement tools to reduce downtime and eliminate losses; document and implement corrective actions.

• Serve as a system owner for technical, safety, or quality systems; create and update documentation (SOPs, Job Aids, PMs, etc.).

• Stay current by attending technical training, vendor sessions, and scheduled maintenance activities; maintain expertise in E&I technologies.

• Maintain low-voltage qualification (within 12 months of hire).

• Use computer systems to record repair/maintenance activities, track parts usage, and communicate effectively (shift pass-downs, email, online training, etc.).

• Lead projects to improve safety, quality, or production in assigned areas.

• Collaborate effectively within a team and support peers as needed.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; technical degree or training preferred.

• 5+ years of experience working with:

  • PLCs (Allen-Bradley Studio5000/Logix5000)

  • Drives & Motion Control

  • FactoryTalk ME & SE

  • Ethernet/IP networks

  • Sensors, instrumentation, and power distribution systems

• Mechanical/maintenance background a plus; food manufacturing experience strongly preferred

• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and leadership skills.

• Flexible to work 13-hour and overtime as needed.