Position Summary:
The Maintenance Technician ensures the smooth operation of production machinery and plant equipment. This role involves installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting equipment to minimize downtime and ensure operational efficiency. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, self-motivated problem-solver with strong mechanical, electrical, and troubleshooting skills.
Essential Functions:
• Install, maintain, and modify production machinery to minimize downtime.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance, including cleaning, lubrication, and adjustments.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and electronic issues.
• Support plant systems, including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.
• Execute minor facility repairs (e.g., walls, doors, and roofs).
• Read and interpret schematics, logic diagrams, and blueprints for troubleshooting.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and company vehicles as required.
• Coordinate routine preventive maintenance schedules and order replacement parts.
• Maintain safety standards, including Lock-Out/Tag-Out procedures.
What You Bring:
• Experience: Maintenance experience in an industrial environment emphasizing electronics.
• Experience with PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) for troubleshooting, programming, and maintaining automated systems.
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic troubleshooting skills are a must.
• Proficiency in reading blueprints, schematics, and logic diagrams.
• Experience with HVAC and/or plumbing (preferred).
• Ability to safely operate standard hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments.
• Understand safety regulations and procedures.
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, and the noise level in the work environment can be loud.
Physical Requirements:
• Lift and move up to 100 lbs. occasionally and 50 lbs. frequently.
• Manual dexterity for tool operation and precision work.
• Ability to bend, stoop, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces.
• Tolerance for noise and cleaning chemicals.
• Stand for extended periods and travel between buildings as needed.
Work Schedule:
• Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM – 2:00 PM
• Occasional overtime and weekends as needed for emergencies or production demands.
Why Join Free2b Foods?
Become part of a passionate team committed to creating safe, delicious snacks for everyone. Your work will directly contribute to a company that values quality, innovation, and teamwork.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Free2b Foods LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category.
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Free2b Foods LLC
2205 Haskell Ave
Lawrence, KS 66046
United States