What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Plant Industrial Maintenance Mechanic position at Villaseñor Supremo Foods?
You clock in, scan the overnight work orders, and head to the production floor. A filler needs attention. You trace a fault, verify with your meter on a 480V circuit, replace a worn bearing, and bring the line back up. You log the repair, check your PM list, grease and lubricate critical assets, and walk the facility to spot issues before they become downtime. You coordinate with the Maintenance Lead, update inventory needs, and partner with Production to keep quality high and schedules on track.
Compensation & incentives- Pay: $27.25 – $45.00 per hour
- Plus shift differentials: $1.30 (2nd shift), $2.00 (3rd shift)
- $2,000 sign-on bonus
- Sun–Thu, 8:00 PM – 4:00 AM
- Mon–Fri, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Mon–Fri, 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Keep production and facility equipment in reliable working order with timely repairs and thorough preventive maintenance.
- Respond quickly to work orders, close them with accurate checklists and reports, and communicate status updates to the team.
- Monitor tools and materials; alert the Foreman/Lead when stock needs replenishing.
- Perform routine visual inspections, flag potential failures early, and document findings.
- Execute PM tasks including cleaning, lubrication, greasing, and oiling to maximize uptime.
- Troubleshoot and repair processing, filling, and related ancillary equipment.
- Prioritize tasks based on production impact and estimated time to complete.
- Notify supervisors of any issues affecting materials or product quality.
- Maintain an adequate hand tool set to perform quality repairs.
- Complete all required documentation with precision and clarity.
- Uphold SQF requirements and follow OSHA safety practices.
- Follow GMPs, sanitation, and quality procedures as directed by QA and leadership.
- Support other duties as assigned by Maintenance leadership and Management.
- Hands-on, can-do approach and strong troubleshooting mindset.
- Experience with electrical troubleshooting and safe use of meters (120/208/240/480V systems).
- Basic PLC familiarity (preferred).
- Clear, professional communication skills.
- Knowledge of GMPs and a proactive safety attitude.
- Welding experience.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 5 years in a manufacturing maintenance setting.
- Mechanical proficiency with solid electrical experience.
- Machine operations experience (preferred).
- Food manufacturing experience (preferred).
- Preferred: 4 years in maintenance, including 3 years specific to manufacturing maintenance.
- 401(k) with company match
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Paid time off
- Employee assistance program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Referral program
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
Proficiencies- Mechanical troubleshooting
- 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Maintenance and repair
- Equipment repair & maintenance
Production roles are performed in a food manufacturing environment and require strict adherence to food safety, quality, and workplace safety standards, including use of required PPE. Employees may work in areas with variable temperatures, machinery noise, and exposure to food ingredients and sanitation chemicals. The role requires standing or walking for extended periods, performing repetitive tasks, and regularly lifting up to 25–35 pounds (occasionally up to 50 pounds with assistance). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.
Equal Opportunity*V&V Supremo Foods is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing a fair and inclusive environment where all employees and applicants have equal opportunities to succeed.*
Salary : $27 - $45