Maintenance Technician

Job Description

The Krusteaz Company is looking for a Second Shift Maintenance Technician to join the Manhattan team! The ideal candidate will possess a broad skill set to identify and resolve causes of mechanical downtime and identify opportunities for improvement in the production process. The strongest candidates will possess electrical, mechanical and PLC aptitudes.

 

 

Qualifications:

Position Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must be able to communicate in English with team members and supervisors through various channels, including radio, email and in-person interactions. Must be flexible to perform all work assignments to the keep the plant productive and must be flexible to work any shift when required and overtime when necessary. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals for qualified disabilities to perform.

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Food manufacturing experience is desired and a plus.
• Exposure to PLC, SLC 500/PLC5/RS Logics/Device Net preferred.
• Exposure to AC and DC motors, VFD and VSD drive experience preferred.
• Relevant trade or technical school training preferred.

 

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone along with reaching. Specific vision abilities include close vision requirements due to computer work. Moderate noise, ability to work in a confined area, and ability to sit at a computer for an extended period of time are also included.

Physical Requirements:

• Lifting: Ability to lift and carry up to 60 pounds regularly.
• Standing and Walking: Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods, often for the entire duration of the shift.
• Bending and Stooping: Frequent bending, stooping, and reaching to clean various equipment and facility areas.
• Manual Dexterity: Must have good manual dexterity to handle and operate cleaning equipment and tools.
• Climbing: Ability to climb stairs and ladders as needed to reach high areas and equipment.
• Pushing and Pulling: Must be able to push and pull heavy cleaning equipment and carts.

Job Responsibilities

Essential Functions: Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

• Supporting production by bringing equipment to base condition through a variety of Industrial Maintenance functions.
• The technician will also interpret blueprints, fabricate metal, perform plumbing, pneumatic and millwright activities and display an understanding of motors and drives.
• Collaborating with production staff to enhance the reliability of production equipment, and completion of repair tasks in a manner that minimizes reactive downtime.
• Duties will also include problem solving and troubleshooting, operating computerized systems, maintenance software and hand-held devices, attending meetings and completing paperwork.
• Responsible for repairs, maintenance of the facility as to come within compliance with outside agency audits (AIB, BRC, OSHA, etc.)
• Performs grounds maintenance, as necessary.
• Displays an understanding of working with electrical and electronic components such as wiring, relays, sensors, human-machine interfaces (HMIs) and PLCs.
• Displays an understanding of AC and DC motors, VFD and VSD drives, and the ability to safely troubleshoot circuits of varying voltage (110/120, 220, 480).
• Supports maintenance of all packaging/processing equipment in the plant. Works with associates on the packaging and processing lines to assure equipment is operating efficiently and they come into compliance with sanitation, HACCP, and HSE standards.

Technical Duties:

• Follows GMP's and responsible for reporting any food safety concerns to management.
• Responsible to follow compliance issues and documentation of OSHA, RTK, FDA, Sanitation, HACCP, and all H/S/E programs.
• Use a PC for communication, parts research, and maintenance system purposes which includes purchasing parts as needed.
• Demonstrate strong mechanical, electrical and troubleshooting skills.
• Follow specific maintenance procedures concerning PM's, schedules, and documentation requirements.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of the organization and represent The Krusteaz Company to outside contacts in a professional manner.
• Climb ladders and lift/push/pull using proper techniques up to 50 pounds.
• Work in areas with limited space and restricted mobility.
• Work at elevated heights (up to 45 feet) safely while operating a scissor lift or articulating boom lifts.
• Confront issues by focusing on solutions that satisfy both internal and external customers.

Salary/Pay

Hourly: $30 - $33

Benefits: We are proud to offer generous benefits including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance (starting at $60-$95/month for employee-only coverage on the PPO Plan or starting at $30-$45/month for employee-only coverage on the HDHP), 401(K) matching, 3 weeks of paid time off, 10 paid holidays, 1 paid personal holiday, company provided life insurance and disability insurance, flexible spending account, healthcare saving account, voluntary accident insurance, voluntary critical illness insurance, and tuition reimbursement.

Closing Date

30 January, 2026