Maintenance Tech II - 2nd Shift - Industrial

## Description

Are you a hands-on maintenance professional who enjoys troubleshooting equipment, keeping production running, and working in a team that actually values maintenance? We’re looking for a 2nd Shift **Maintenance Technician II** to join our growing manufacturing team and help support reliable, safe, and efficient operations.

This role is ideal for someone with strong **mechanical maintenance experience in manufacturing** who wants steady work, opportunities to grow their skills, and a company that takes safety and food quality seriously.

### **What You’ll Be Doing**

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and packaging equipment in a food manufacturing environment
• Perform preventative maintenance to reduce downtime and keep equipment running smoothly
• Diagnose and repair mechanical issues involving conveyors, motors, gearboxes, bearings, belts, chains, pneumatics, and related systems
• Respond to production calls and breakdowns in a timely, professional manner
• Assist with equipment installations, improvements, and changeovers
• Work closely with production, quality, and leadership teams to support daily operations
• Follow all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout, machine guarding, and hot work practices
• Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance work performed
• **Bonus:** Experience with PLCs or automated equipment is a plus, but not required. We’re looking for strong mechanical skills first and foremost.

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### **What We’re Looking For**

• **3–5+ years of manufacturing maintenance experience**
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills
• Experience working on industrial or production equipment
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of repairs
• Comfort working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with food manufacturing, GMPs, or sanitation standards is preferred
• Willingness to work flexible hours or occasional overtime as needed

### **Nice to Have (Not Required)**

• Exposure to PLC-controlled equipment or basic electrical troubleshooting
• Welding or light fabrication experience
• Experience using a CMMS system
• Background in food or confectionery manufacturing

### **What We Offer**

• Stable, long-term employment in a growing manufacturing company
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Supportive leadership that values safety and preventative maintenance
• Opportunities to expand skills and grow within the maintenance team
• A clean, safety-focused production environment

### **Physical Requirements**

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and work on equipment for extended periods
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to work around heat, noise, and moving machinery

*Piedmont Candy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.*