Who are we? Fresca Foods, located just outside Boulder, Colorado, has been a dynamic force in the natural foods industry for two decades. We partner with global food companies and innovative entrepreneurs to revolutionize the food system, focusing on safety and excellence. As a top Boulder County employer and recipient of industry accolades, we're dedicated to community service. Our high-energy, fast-growing environment offers abundant opportunities for motivated individuals who share our passion for great food and our commitment to shaping the future of the company.

Position Overview

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring all plant operations and machinery are running effectively and efficiently. This is a fully onsite role, and will be part of a team that is deeply committed to the mission and the joy of making great food. The company is in growth mode and will highly value applicants with the desire, drive, collaboration, and creativity to help shape the future of the company. Join us for an exciting journey ahead!

We are currently looking to fill the following position:

1st Shift - 5:30AM - 4:00 PM (10 hours) On average, full time employees work 4 days/40 hours per week (one of the days may fall on the weekend).

*After training (which is scheduled Monday - Thursday), the shift will be either be Sunday - Wednesday or Wednesday- Saturday.

Essential Functions

• Analyzes and repairs all manufacturing equipment and systems
• Understands and performs processes on machines to ensure machine efficiencies
• Completes Preventative Maintenance on factory machinery
• Repairs and provides maintenance of conveyor systems
• Repairs and provides maintenance of pump/vacuum systems
• Utilization of eMaint
• Promotes safety in the workplace by assuring that all safe guards on equipment are in place and operating properly
• Responsible for following safety rules and GMP guidelines
• Other duties as assigned

Skills, Knowledge, Education & Experience

• 2 Years' Experience in Industrial Maintenance in a food manufacturing environment
• Basic electrical and mechanical trouble-shooting skills
• Electrical controls knowledge and experience
• LOTO knowledge a must
• Pneumatic Controls/Systems Troubleshooting & Set-Up knowledge and experience
• Knowledge of PLC Controls
• Proficient in Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel, and Outlook
• High School degree or equivalent is required
• Safety/OSHA knowledge

It's a plus if you have:

• Knowledge of food manufacturing equipment, including processing and packaging lines
• Knowledge of Food Manufacturing or FDA regulated Manufacturing environment
• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• Background and training in the food manufacturing industry

Work Ethic

• Ability to work with and coordinate cross-functional teams
• Strong ability to problem solve
• Excellent work ethics and responsibility
• Positive attitude
• Honest and Trustworthy
• Excellent communication skills

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs.
• Able to stand for extended periods of time (10-12 hours per day): One 30-minute break, two 15-minute breaks
• Able to reach overhead, bend, stoop, and squat
• Able to work in tight places, in restricted positions, or on a ladder safely
• Able to report to work without absences or tardiness. Able to work overtime as necessary.
• Able to work at a fast pace to maintain a steady and even work flow
• Good manual dexterity (including fine manipulation) and capable of performing repeated actions with hands/fingers
• Able to work in hot or cool conditions for duration of the shift.
• Comfortable with a moderate noise level
• Not allergic to peanuts, tree nuts, eggs, gluten, or dairy
• Able to work with or near machinery that produces a magnetic field, such as metal detectors/inductors
• Able to abide by food safety and human safety guidelines:
• Any health condition does not pose a risk to the safety of the food being produced or a risk of transmitting the condition to fellow coworkers
• Able to wear appropriate attire (smock, hair net, latex-free gloves)
• Able to work in an alert and careful manner (e.g. if taking prescription drugs, these prescription drugs do not cause side-effects [such as dizziness or drowsiness] that may affect the employee’s ability to work safely)
• Eye vision is at level that would not cause unsafe working conditions. Eye glasses/contact lenses are permitted.

Mental Requirements

• Ability to reason logically and make sound decisions, to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Able to multitask without loss of efficiency or accuracy, able to work effectively and efficiently in high stress situations
• Ability to simultaneously address multiple complex problems
• Ability to work and sustain attention with distractions and/or interruptions while maintaining attention to detail
• Able to understand, remember and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to perform in situations requiring speed and/or deadlines
• Able to use computers, i-Pads, and smart phones.

Compensation & Benefits: Along with the base rate and benefits indicated in this post, Fresca offers:

• $400 New Employee Bonus (staggered)
• $600 Refer-A-Friend Bonus
• Fresca Foods offers a generous benefits package, including health insurance, vision insurance, dental benefit, pet insurance, 401(k) with company match, PTO, paid holidays, bonus potential

At Fresca, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products and our community. Fresca Foods is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to equal consideration regardless of gender, age, disability, ethnicity, sexual orientation or religious affiliation. In addition, Fresca Foods is committed to equal pay for equal work. The pay range indicated in this job posting represents the low and high end of the hiring range for this job. Although actual pay may vary and may be above or below this range, generally speaking, offers will typically be made in the bottom half of the listed range. The amount offered will take into consideration a candidate’s education, training, and experience, as well as the position's work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment.

Please, no third party inquiries.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 2 years

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift

Work setting:

• In-person

Application Question(s):

• What are your minimum hourly pay expectations?
• Please note, this position is for an INDUSTRIAL Maintenance Tech --- not Facilities. Have you worked in an Industrial environment on machinery used in food manufacturing? If so, at which company?
• Does the shift work for you? 1st Shift- 5:30 AM-4:00 PM (10 hours)

Experience:

• Industrial maintenance: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person