Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

John F. Martin & Sons, LLC is a fourth-generation family-owned and operated organization, originating in 1932. We are a state-of-the-art manufacturer committed to providing the finest meat and cheese products. A continuously growing organization, John F. Martin & Sons operates in two locations: Stevens, PA and Womelsdorf, PA, with future plans for additional expansion. John F. Martin & Sons works hard to maintain its family values and culture while being a premier employer that continues to stand on the founding principles of providing innovative products with the freshest ingredients possible.

At our Womelsdorf location we are looking for a First Shift - Maintenance Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience with both, plant equipment and material handling equipment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Maintaining a work-life balance with a 40-to-50-hour workweek, including few Saturdays and no Sunday work. Competitive wages based on experience.
• Being part of a cross-functional team, working with manufacturing and warehouse associates to improve equipment availability and performance.
• Completing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair tasks.
• Working on both plant and material handling equipment.
• Handling mechanical and electrical systems.
• Utilizing troubleshooting skills to diagnose and repair equipment.

We are looking for someone with:

• 1-3 years of experience in plant maintenance, with material handling equipment experience being a plus.
• A minimum of a high school diploma (or GED/high school certification); a technical school certification is a plus.

• Previous experience in food manufacturing is a plus but not required.
• Basic mechanical and electrical skills.
• The ability to work from equipment manuals and verbal instructions.
• The ability to maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• A dependable, self-motivated attitude, willing to learn and grow with the team and company.
• The ability to stand and walk throughout the day and lift up to 50 lbs. as needed.

We are committed to being highly competitive in employee wages & benefits. We offer excellent benefits that include: Medical Insurance, Dental and Vision Insurance, Life Insurance/AD&D, Short Term Disability Insurance, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Referral Bonuses, 401K Retirement and employer match, Wellness program, Incentive Programs, & other fringe benefits.

This is a safety sensitive position, requiring the use of warehouse equipment. All job offers made are contingent on passing a pre-employment physical and drug screening.