Maintenance Mechanic III – Food Manufacturing (Electrical & PLC)

About the role

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanic III to join our food manufacturing plant. The role involves ensuring reliable operation of production equipment through predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance, with a focus on electrical, PLC, and mechanical systems.

Key responsibilities

• Perform predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance on plant equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems (480V, 240V, 120V).
• Diagnose and troubleshoot Allen Bradley PLCs.
• Repair mechanical components on conveyors, augers, mixers, pumps, and drive systems.
• Maintain fillers, cappers, cookers, coolers, and other processing equipment.
• Execute welding, torch cutting, and plasma cutting tasks.
• Service refrigeration units, boilers, and water softeners.
• Read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA safety standards.
• Operate forklifts and material‑handling equipment as needed.

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in food manufacturing.
• Strong background in AC/DC electrical systems (480V required).
• Proven experience with Allen Bradley PLC troubleshooting.
• Welding certification or demonstrable welding experience.
• Ability to lift 50 lb regularly and work all shifts.

Required skills

• Allen Bradley PLC troubleshooting
• Electrical troubleshooting (480V, 240V, 120V)
• Industrial welding (torch and plasma cutting)
• Mechanical repair of conveyors, pumps, and drive systems
• Fabrication and pipefitting
• Refrigeration and boiler maintenance
• Reading electrical and mechanical schematics
• Forklift operation

What we offer

• Competitive hourly wage ($28‑$32) with overtime opportunities
• 401(k) with company match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Shift flexibility and a collaborative work environment