Maintenance Technician - 2nd and 3rd Shift

Become part of an essential team that produces best-selling and trusted brands of lunchmeat and specialty sausage products. We offer full-time set schedules with generous health care benefits, 401K, tuition reimbursement, and paid time off. Land O’Frost has the right opportunity for you.

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Maintenance Technician to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in troubleshooting, minimizing downtime, and supporting a reliable, safe operation.

• MONDAY – FRIDAY 1:00PM – 9:30PM/2nd shift
• SUNDAY - THURSDAY 9:00PM = 5:30AM/3rd shift
• Entry level Starting Pay: $27.27 hour. *(Seasoned technician pay is based on education/certification, skills & experience (will evaluate post interview)).
• MEDICAL, DENTAL, VISION, Rx, and VACATION AFTER 90 DAYS
• 401K with a company match

Packaging Maintenance Technician — Industry-Standard Requirements

1. Education & Certifications

Typical Requirements

• High school diploma or GED (baseline requirement).
• Technical training or vocational diploma in industrial maintenance, mechanical technology, electrical technology, or automation (preferred).
• Optional but valuable certifications:
• Industrial Maintenance Technician Certification
• Electrical or mechanical technical certifications
• PLC/automation credentials
• OSHA safety certificates (e.g., OSHA 10/30)

Benchmark Insight: Many employers prefer but do not mandate formal certificates, instead prioritizing hands-on experience with packaging equipment.

2. Experience

Industry Expectations

• 2+ years of experience in packaging, manufacturing, or maintenance environments.
• Direct exposure to automated packaging systems and troubleshooting equipment malfunctions.
• Experience with pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical systems on packaging lines is a strong plus.

Benchmark Insight: Posts for “Maintenance/Set-Up Technicians” in packaging often list ~3 years automation/packaging repair experience as a requirement.

3. Technical Skills

Core Competencies

• Mechanical troubleshooting (belts, bearings, motors).
• Electrical and controls diagnosis (sensors, wiring, motors).
• Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic packaging components.
• Preventive and corrective maintenance of packaging lines to minimize downtime.
• Ability to read schematics/technical manuals.

Optional Skills

• PLC / HMI troubleshooting.
• Calibration of instrumentation and controls.
• Ability to support installation/commissioning of new packaging equipment.

4. Responsibilities

Operational Duties

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on packaging equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair breakdowns on packaging lines (e.g., fillers, labelers, conveyors).
• Work with production teams to minimize downtime and maintain output targets.
• Document maintenance work (e.g., work orders, parts used, performance metrics).
• Ensure proper equipment setup for different packaging runs (changeovers).

Extended Duties (where applicable)

• Lead or train junior technicians/operators.
• Assist with spare parts inventory and optimization.

5. Safety & Compliance

Industry Benchmarks

• Adhere to lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and workplace safety rules.
• Comply with relevant GMP, food safety, and sanitation standards in food packaging environments.
• Wear PPE and follow ergonomic/OSHA compliance practices.

6. Physical & Work Environment

Typical Requirements

• Ability to lift heavy components (often up to 50–100+ lbs with assistance).
• Stand, bend, and work on feet for extended periods.
• Work in industrial plant conditions (noise, temperature variations, moving parts).
• Willingness to support shift work and overtime as needed.

7. Soft Skills / Competencies

Industry Expectations

• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication with production, maintenance teams, and supervision.
• Ability to operate under production schedule pressure.
• Commitment to quality and continuous improvement.