Maintenance Technician Food & Beverage
Shifts: 1st, 2nd or 3rd shifts available
Greater Sacramento Area (Near Davis / Woodland / Elk Grove)
Position Summary
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing aseptic packaging equipment and supporting production systems. This role ensures maximum uptime, product quality, and compliance with food safety and safety standards. The technician will work hands on with mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and automation systems in a fast paced beverage or food manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on processing, and packaging equipment
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues to minimize downtime
Diagnose and resolve issues with PLC controlled systems, sensors, servos, and automation components
Execute equipment changeovers, calibrations, and aseptic integrity checks
Maintain and update CMMS work orders, PM tasks, and parts usage
Support continuous improvement initiatives to increase equipment reliability and efficiency
Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
Work closely with production, quality, and engineering teams to ensure safe and efficient operations
Follow all LOTO, safety, GMP, and food safety procedures
Assist with installation, commissioning, and upgrades of equipment
Maintain accurate documentation, including maintenance logs, SOPs, and technical reports
Required Qualifications
35+ years of experience in industrial maintenance aseptic packaging
Hands on experience with Tetra Pak equipment or similar high speed packaging machinery
Strong mechanical aptitude with experience in:
o Pumps, valves, conveyors, motors
o Pneumatics & hydraulics
o Aseptic systems & CIP/SIP processes
Electrical troubleshooting skills (110V/120V, 3 phase, DC systems)
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and OEM manuals
Knowledge of OSHA, LOTO, and safe work practices
Ability to work independently in a fast paced production environment
Preferred Qualifications
PLC troubleshooting experience (Allen Bradley, Siemens, or similar)
Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand, walk, climb, and work in tight spaces
Lift up to 50 lbs as needed
Work in cold, wet, or warm production environments
Ability to work overtime, weekends, or rotating shifts as required