Maintenance Technician (2nd, 3rd, or Weekend Shift)

Briess Industries is a leading manufacturer of malted barley and other natural specialty food ingredients.  We have been family owned and operated since 1876.  

We embrace a family culture that motivates, inspires and encourages Team Members to engage and develop their full potential, both professionally and personally.

Starting Pay of $30-$35/hour

JOB SUMMARY:

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing equipment and facilities within a food ingredients manufacturing environment. This role ensures optimal equipment performance, minimizes downtime, and supports safe, efficient production while maintaining strict adherence to food safety and regulatory standards.

TYPICAL JOB DUTIES:

Equipment Maintenance & Repair

• Perform preventative maintenance on processing, packaging, and utility equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Diagnose equipment failures and implement effective corrective actions
• Maintain and service motors, conveyors, pumps, mixers, filling lines, and other production equipment

Preventive & Predictive Maintenance

• Execute scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) programs to reduce equipment downtime
• Assist in developing and improving maintenance procedures and schedules
• Utilize predictive maintenance tools and techniques when applicable

Troubleshooting & Problem Resolution

• Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns to minimize production interruptions
• Identify root causes of equipment issues and recommend long-term solutions
• Communicate with production and leadership regarding equipment status and repair timelines

Facility Maintenance

• Maintain building systems including HVAC, plumbing, compressed air, and utilities
• Perform general facility repairs and upkeep as needed
• Ensure all maintenance work supports sanitary and food-safe conditions

Compliance, Safety & Quality

• Adhere to OSHA safety standards and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures
• Maintain proper documentation of maintenance activities and repairs
• Support internal and external audits and inspections
• Record maintenance activities, work orders, and parts usage in CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System)
• Assist in maintaining spare parts inventory and reorder levels
• Ensure accurate documentation for compliance and traceability
• Support efficiency, waste reduction, and cost-saving efforts

• Adhere to all government and company safety, sanitation and GMP policies and regulations. Adhere to Food Safety, Quality and SQF Codes.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED required; technical degree or certification preferred
• 2–5 years of maintenance experience in manufacturing, preferably food or regulated industry
• Experience working with industrial machinery and production equipment

Technical Skills

• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Knowledge of PLCs, sensors, motors, and control systems preferred
• Familiarity with welding, fabrication, and basic machining a plus
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals

Skills & Competencies

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Company Benefits:

HEALTH INSURANCE

• Effective the first of the month following 60 days of employment
• $250 Deductible (Single) / $500 Deductible (Family)
• PPO Plan (United Health Care)
• 80%-20% in PPO / 60%-40% out of PPO
• Prescription Drugs (Retail): Prescription Drugs (Mail Order-90 Day):
• Current Bi-Weekly Cost: Single $60 / Limited Family (Employee Spouse OR Employee Child(ren): $90 / Family:  $104

DENTAL INSURANCE

• Effective the first of the month following 60 days of employment
• $25 deductible
• 100% Preventative (No Deductible) / 80% Basic / 50% Major/Orthodontics (up to age 19)
• Current Weekly Cost: Included in Health Cost

VISION INSURANCE

• In-Network: $0 exam / $130 allowance for frames / $0 lenses / $120 allowance for contact lenses
• Current Weekly Cost: Included in Health Cost

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT (FSA)

• Effective the first of the month following 60 days of employment
• Deductions are taken pre-tax
• Amount Allowed for Medical $3,400 per calendar year
• Amount Allowed for Dependent Care $7,500 per calendar year
• Up to $680 may be rolled over into the next year
• $450 Company Contribution after 1 year

SHORT-TERM DISABILITY

• Effective the first of the month following 60 days of employment
• $500 per week for 26 weeks (1st day after injury / 8th day after illness)

LIFE INSURANCE

• Effective the first of the month following 60 days of employment
• $25,000 Life Insurance (Term)
• $25,000 Accidental Death and Dismemberment Benefit

VACATION

• 1 week (prorated in your 1st year)
• 2 weeks after 2 years of service
• 3 weeks after 7 years of service
• 4 weeks after 12 years of service
• 5 weeks after 18 years of service

HOLIDAYS

• 8 full paid holidays / 2 (half-day) paid holidays (Includes 1 personal paid holidays)

401(K) PLAN

• 100% match of the first 3 % / 50% match of the next 2%
• Pre-tax or Roth contributions
• Eligible the start of the quarter after 2 months of employment

PROFIT SHARING PLAN

• 5% Profit Sharing contributed to 401(K) plan

This is intended to be an overview of the benefit programs offered by Briess Industries, Inc. The benefit programs may be altered at any time at the sole discretion of Briess Industries, Inc.

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