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Maintenance Tech- 3rd Shift

Ajinomoto Foods North America
Joplin, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 5/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/9/2026
Position Summary

The Floor Mechanic will monitor, repair and maintain the plants’ production equipment as well as perform maintenance on the facility and its utilities. Including, performing preventative maintenance tasks on assigned equipment, setting up and testing equipment for startup, and inspecting, lubricating and making necessary repairs to equipment.


Position Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot, repair and maintain processing equipment both mechanical and electrical
  • Inspect, recognize potential problems, and take appropriate action to prevent component failure
  • Monitor machinery to minimize unplanned downtime, anticipate solve problems in a timely manner, and identify opportunities for improvement
  • Collaborate within the Maintenance Planner to schedule and develop routine and preventative maintenance schedules
  • Assist Team Leaders and Machine Operators in efficient line start up and equipment adjustments
  • Perform building maintenance and repairs as needed to include carpentry, plumbing, and painting
  • Adhere to all company policies, procedures, GMPs, and SOPs
  • Work safely and promote a safe work environment
  • Weld and fabricate machinery when necessary
  • Perform other duties as assigned

 

Temperatures throughout plant average 50 degrees. Temperatures in the cooking area can exceed 80 degrees. Required to wear hairnet, smock, boots or overshoes, ear plugs, gloves, plastic sleeves, and aprons provided by the Company. Need to comply with Food Safety: GMP’s, SSOP, SOP, HACCP, SQF and Quality requirements.

 

Employee Safety Responsibilities:

 

  • Report all injuries, unsafe conditions, unsafe acts and horseplay
  • Use proper lifting techniques
  • Use mechanical assistance (handjack, forklift, manlift)
  • Use personal assistance (buddy)
  • Use handrails
  • Use and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)

Position Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required. Some college coursework preferred.
  • Knowledge of mechanical systems and components including chains, sprockets, gears, bushings, bearings, gear boxes and other moving parts
  • Previous Refrigeration experience a plus
  • Strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to work effectively with coworkers, supervisors and department managers required
Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or GED required. Some college coursework preferred.
  • Knowledge of mechanical systems and components including chains, sprockets, gears, bushings, bearings, gear boxes and other moving parts
  • Previous Refrigeration experience a plus
  • Strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to work effectively with coworkers, supervisors and department managers required
Education:UNAVAILABLEEmployment Type: FULL_TIME

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