Maintenance Mechanic – Good Sense Foods (New Hope, MN)

1st and 2nd shift opportunity available

$32 - $39 /hr + Great Benefits | Family‑Owned | Best Place to Work (7 Years Running)

Join a **growing, family-owned food manufacturer **that’s been crafting better‑for‑you foods since 1976. At Good Sense Foods, people come first—our team has voted us a *Best Place to Work *seven years in a row. If you’re a skilled Maintenance Mechanic who wants to feel valued, supported, and part of a true community, we’d love to meet you.

What You’ll Do

Keep our fast‑paced production environment running smoothly by performing:

Troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production, packaging, and facility equipment
Preventive maintenance and accurate CMMS documentation
Equipment changeovers, setup support, and fabrication projects
Intermediate electrical troubleshooting (VFDs, sensors, pneumatics)
Emergency repairs and responding quickly to production needs
Training/mentoring team members in mechanical and basic electrical skills
Supporting a clean, safe, food‑safe environment with authority to stop lines for safety issues

What You Bring

3+ years of hands-on mechanical maintenance experience (food or packaging preferred)
Ability to read wiring diagrams, schematics & mechanical prints
Strong mechanical and intermediate electrical skills
Experience with pneumatics, hydraulics, fabrication, welding, hand tools, and shop equipment
Solid work ethic, safety mindset, teamwork, and self‑motivation
High school diploma or equivalent; technical training/OEM experience a plus
Able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks in a manufacturing setting

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Family-owned, people-first culture
Award-winning workplace where employees truly feel valued
Career growth, training, and opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement
Comprehensive benefits package, including:
Medical, dental, life insurance
HSA with company match
Short & long‑term disability
401(k) with company match
Accident & critical illness coverage
Prepaid legal & ID protection
Education reimbursement

Hours:

1st shift - 7:00 am - 3:00 pm Monday - Friday
2nd shift - 3:15 pm - 11:30 pm Monday - Friday
This position may include overtime hours and the ability to work flexible shifts.

Pay Range:

The expected range for this position is $32.00 - $39.00 per hour. This range reflects various factors such as education, skills, work experience, certifications, and more. Therefore, the final compensation for the selected candidate may fall anywhere within this range.

While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:Good Sense Foods. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.

You should be proficient in:

Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
Electrical Troubleshooting
Pneumatics Troubleshooting
Maintenance and Repair Skills
Hydraulic Systems & Components
Equipment Diagnostics & Troubleshooting
Mechanical Systems & Component Repair

Machines & technologies you'll use:

Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)
Conveyor Systems