Maintenance Technician

Our client is a leading food manufacturing and packaging company that produces products for major national brands and retailers across the United States. The Columbia, SC facility operates a highly automated manufacturing environment featuring conveyors, packaging equipment, PLC-controlled systems, motors, gearboxes, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, and modern production machinery. The company is known for its commitment to safety, quality, operational excellence, and employee development.

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Location: Columbia, SC

Pay Range: $32.61 - $36.00 per hour

What’s the Job?

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on manufacturing and packaging machinery
• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment and assist with automation-related issues
• Maintain conveyors, motors, gearboxes, pumps, drives, packaging systems, and production equipment
• Analyze equipment failures and identify root causes to minimize downtime
• Support equipment rebuilds, modifications, installations, and continuous improvement projects
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and technical documentation
• Perform welding, fabrication, cutting, grinding, and other maintenance shop activities as needed
• Utilize CMMS systems to document maintenance activities and complete work orders
• Support equipment changeovers and production operations when necessary
• Follow all GMP, food safety, OSHA, and LOTO procedures
• Collaborate with production, operations, and maintenance teams to ensure reliable plant performance

What’s Needed?

• 4+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skillsExperience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Ability to troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment and understand ladder logic
• Experience maintaining conveyors, motors, gearboxes, packaging equipment, and automated machinery
• Ability to read electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals
• Strong diagnostic and root-cause troubleshooting abilities
• Food manufacturing or packaging industry experience preferred
• Welding and fabrication experience is a plus
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Stable work history with demonstrated reliability and professionalism

What’s in it for me?

• Direct hire opportunity
• $2,500 Sign-On Bonus + $1.00 per hour night shift differential
• Rotating 2-2-3 schedule (5:45 PM - 6:00 AM)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Life, Disability, Accident, and Critical Illness coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company-provided PPE
• Annual boot allowance
• Stable manufacturing environment with modern technology and equipment
• Career growth opportunities within a large manufacturing organization

If this is a role that interests you and you’d like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

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