Maintenance Technician

·        Mechanical systems (gearboxes, motors, seals, bearings, chains, sprockets)

·        Electrical systems (low-voltage control circuits, motor controls, VFDs, PLC troubleshooting)

·        Pneumatic and hydraulic systems maintenance and troubleshooting

·        Reading and interpreting mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical schematics

·        Root Cause Analysis and diagnostic troubleshooting

·        Familiarity with food manufacturing equipment such as conveyors, scales, metal detectors, and vertical form-fill-seal (VFFS) systems preferred

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

·       High school diploma or GED required

·       Minimum 2 years of industrial or production maintenance experience required

·       Food manufacturing experience preferred

·       Knowledge of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and food safety standards preferred

·       Experience with maintenance management software (CMMS) a plus

·       Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English (Spanish proficiency preferred)

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

·       Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, twist, reach, kneel, and crawl for extended periods during a 8+hours shift.

·       Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

·       Work may require climbing ladders, working at heights, and accessing rooftop equipment.

·       Typically a 40-hour weekday schedule, but may occasionally work outside normal hours for maintenance or production needs.

·       If applicable, may be required to safely operate forklifts, scissor lifts, or other powered industrial equipment (training provided).

Other Duties:

·       Follow food safety and quality protocols.  

·       Follow GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices), housekeeping and safe work practices.  

·       Other duties as assigned.  

Benefits:

Circle U Foods offers a benefits package that includes:  

·       Company paid employee-only health (HMO), dental, vision, and life insurance. A PPO health plan is offered with a cost share.   

·       Voluntary insurance plans for short-term disability coverage, Accident and Critical Illness.  

·       Additional voluntary life insurance policy available  

·       COVID and Flu incentive - 8 hours per vaccination dose  

·       Accrued Paid Time Off: 0-5 years, 2 weeks; 5-10 years, 3 weeks; 10+ years 4 weeks

·        Eligibility to Work: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and provide appropriate documentation to complete the I-9 verification process.

·        Age Requirement: Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.

·        Transportation Requirement: Applicants must have reliable transportation to and from work to meet job attendance and punctuality requirements.

·        Pre-Employment Screening: Candidates must successfully pass a background check and drug test.

COVID-19 Considerations
Vaccination is not required; however, vaccination incentives are offered.