Maintenance Technician | Weekend 2nd and 3rd Shift

2nd shift 12pm-10pm, Monday through Thursday

Weekend shift 6 am-6pm Friday through Sunday.

A growing manufacturer is looking for a skilled, driven and reliable Maintenance Technician to support its high-speed Beverage Canning and Powder operations on the weekend 2nd and 3rd shifts. If you enjoy hands-on troubleshooting, working with machinery and equipment, and being the person who keeps production running, this is a great opportunity to join a fast-paced manufacturing team.

This role is critical to minimizing downtime, maintaining equipment reliability, and supporting production in real time.

Why This Role Stands Out

Your work directly impacts production uptime and efficiency every day
Weekend schedule, with 2nd and 3rd shift openings
Strong pay, overtime premiums and a full benefits package

Schedule

Weekend 2nd shift and 3rd shift (hours to be confirmed)
Overtime based on production needs
Must be available for on-call support as needed
Maintenance schedules may be adjusted or staggered based on business needs

What You'll Do

Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair production equipment using mechanical and electrical knowledge
Respond quickly to production line calls and resolve issues to minimize downtime
Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and facility systems
Support product setups, changeovers and general production operations
Monitor equipment for unusual sounds, movements or performance issues
Conduct root cause analysis and coordinate with vendors as needed
Disassemble and repair equipment, replacing defective parts as required
Perform minor facility repairs (plumbing, electrical, carpentry, etc.)
Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation
Ensure compliance with GMP, HACCP and regulatory standards (OSHA, FDA, EPA, etc.)
Follow all safety and quality procedures at all times

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED
3+ years of maintenance experience in industrial manufacturing on high-speed equipment (food, beverage, pharmaceutical or similar preferred)
Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
Ability to read, write and communicate in English
Reliable, flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
Ability to work weekends, overtime and on-call as needed
A high sense of urgency: this role requires immediate response to equipment issues and constant monitoring to keep production running

Preferred Qualifications

Associate degree in Mechanical, Electrical or a related field
Experience with high-speed packaging equipment and PLC systems
Knowledge of GMPs, HACCP and food safety and quality standards
Experience in food, beverage, bottling, canning, high-speed packaging or other regulated manufacturing environments

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 12 hours per shift)
Frequent use of hands and fingers to handle and operate tools and equipment
Bending, kneeling, climbing (ladders and mezzanines up to 20 feet high) and reaching as needed
Ability to lift, carry, push or pull up to 50 lbs on a frequent basis

Pay and Benefits

Starting pay: $33.00 to $36.00 per hour, with higher starting rates based on experience and qualifications
Double time pay for 50+ hours per workweek
PTO package with carryover option
9 paid holidays
Medical, dental and vision (affordable family coverage)
HSA with company contributions
Company-paid life, AD&D, short- and long-term disability
401(k) with strong company match
Employee Assistance Program
Referral bonuses