MAINTENANCE TECHNCIAN
HOURS: 730AM – 4PM M-F
LOCATION: FARLEY/DYERSVILLE AREA
WAGE: $32-$38/HOUR
Job Summary:
The Food Packaging Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring the optimal performance of packaging equipment in a food production facility. This role involves troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing machines used in the packaging process to support efficient and safe operations while complying with food safety standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on packaging machinery including fillers, sealers, conveyors, labelers, wrappers, and case packers.
- Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
- Conduct routine inspections to identify potential issues and minimize downtime.
- Install and test new or upgraded packaging equipment and components.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records, logs, and documentation.
- Collaborate with production and quality teams to ensure equipment meets performance and food safety standards (e.g. HACCP, GMP).
- Ensure tools and spare parts are available and organized.
- Follow all safety, sanitation, and environmental policies and procedures.
- Assist in root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications:
Education & Experience:
- High school diploma or GED required; technical diploma or certification in industrial maintenance or a related field preferred.
- 2+ years of maintenance experience in a food manufacturing or packaging environment.
Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in reading mechanical/electrical schematics and technical manuals.
- Experience with PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), sensors, and motor controls is a plus.
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitary design principles.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in cold, hot, or humid environments.
- Stand, bend, and move for extended periods.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment.
Please email resume to nikki@careerpros.com
Sedona Staffing Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer