Maintenance Technician

Job overview

The Maintenance Technician role is full-time and onsite in Akron, OH. Compensation is not specified. The technician supports machinery and equipment used in food and beverage manufacturing operations at Peterson Farms. The role maintains production equipment by diagnosing mechanical problems, repairing or replacing parts, and testing equipment. It helps keep machinery functional and supports safe, timely production operations.

What you'll do

• Observe equipment in operation and identify causes of trouble
• dismantle devices and inspect parts
• adjust functional parts and controls
• repair or replace defective parts
• lubricate and clean equipment in accordance with food and beverage manufacturing quality practices
• install parts and test performance
• coordinate work priorities with the Maintenance Manager
• initiate purchase orders
• follow safety procedures
• maintain inventory records and perform cycle counts.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

maintenance technician

production machinery

mechanical repair

equipment maintenance

food and beverage manufacturing

akron oh

peterson farms

plc experience

inventory records

safety procedures

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The posting calls for a basic set of mechanic’s tools and notes that PLC experience is a plus. Qualifications include a technical certificate or two to three years of related experience or training, or an equivalent combination.

About the employer

Peterson Farms Inc is hiring for this role. Industry: All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing. Sector: 31.