Industrial Maintenance Technician | 3rd Shift in Lathrop, California at Gehl Food & Beverage

Now Hiring: Industrial Maintenance Technician | 3rd Shift

Shift/Schedule: 6:00PM - 6:30AM AWS Schedule

Pay: $30.00 - $37.50

Why join our team?

• Need cash before payday? We’ve got you covered with on demand pay
• Quarterly bonuses (based on team achievement and up to 6% of wages)
• Full benefits package – medical, dental, vision & 401(k) match
• Generous PTO & holidays
• Growth opportunities to expand skillsets and enhance career
• Amazing team & culture focused on: Communication | Community | Wellness

Other Benefits & Programs We Offer:

• Full-time & stable hours – no seasonal cuts!
• Referral bonus program
• Tuition reimbursement
• FSA Medical plan option with annual company contribution
• Perks at Work – discounts on shopping, travel & more
• Proven continued business growth for future opportunities

Position Overview

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for executing work orders, troubleshooting equipment issues, and supporting maintenance projects across aseptic packaging and processing operations. This role ensures equipment reliability, production readiness, and compliance with SOPs, GMPs, and safety standards while supporting continuous improvement and team initiatives.

• Perform mechanical and electromechanical maintenance activities on production equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair issues involving fillers, case packers, cappers, blend systems, silos, and CIP systems
• Conduct preventive, predictive, and emergency maintenance on processing and packaging equipment
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, technical drawings, and equipment documentation
• Support equipment changeovers, conversions, and precision machine setup
• Document maintenance activities and complete work orders in the CMMS system
• Assist with maintenance planning, parts procurement, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support plant utilities including boilers, air compressors, cooling towers, and chillers
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in compliance with GMP and SOP requirements

What You’ll Need

• High school diploma with 2–5 years of experience in food processing or high-speed filling equipment
• Experience troubleshooting aseptic food packaging machinery
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Knowledge of PLCs, VFDs, servo motors, AC/DC systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics
• Ability to read electrical schematics and technical documentation
• Experience using CMMS/CSMMS systems in an industrial environment
• Knowledge of safe electrical and mechanical work practices
• Proficiency with basic computer applications and maintenance reporting tools
• Ability to work independently and within a self-directed team environment