Maintenance Technician - Food Manufacturing

Join a well-established food manufacturing team where you'll keep production, packaging, and utility systems running safely and efficiently. This hands-on, multi-craft maintenance role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving problems, taking ownership of equipment performance, and working in a supportive, safety-focused environment.

What You'll Do

Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on processing, packaging, and utility systems.

Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues to minimize downtime.

Support PLCs, VFDs, and automated production lines.

Maintain and repair conveyors, pumps, refrigeration, boilers, and slicing equipment.

Interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and P&IDs to identify root causes of breakdowns.

Collaborate with production, sanitation, and quality teams to ensure consistent operation.

Uphold safety, food quality, and sanitation standards in all maintenance work.

Participate in weekend or off-shift repairs as needed.

What You'll Bring

1+ year of industrial maintenance experience (food or beverage manufacturing preferred).

Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical and electrical systems.

Working knowledge of PLCs, VFDs, and automated equipment.

Experience with ammonia refrigeration, boilers, or wastewater systems is a plus.

Ability to read schematics and follow preventive maintenance plans.

Dependable, safety-conscious, and able to work independently.

What's in It for You

Competitive hourly pay with time-and-a-half overtime.

Full benefits package - medical, dental, vision, and retirement.

Training and growth opportunities within a stable industry.

Team-oriented culture that values safety, reliability, and craftsmanship.

A company that recognizes maintenance as the backbone of successful operations.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.