Maintenance Lead

My client is a leading food manufacturing company based in Salinas, California. We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Maintenance Lead to oversee the maintenance operations of our food manufacturing facility.

Client Details

My client is a fast growing company within the USDA food manufacturing industry. They package and distribute their products to stores and customers worldwide.

Description

The responsibilities of the Maintenance Mechanic for the food company are

• Perform routine preventative maintenance on manufacturing and packaging equipment

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, pneumatic, and minor electrical issues to minimize downtime.

• Support installation, setup, and validation of new equipment.

• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance and repair work in compliance with GMP documentation requirements.

• Ensure equipment and work areas meet cleanliness and safety standards; adhere to cGMP, FDA, and company safety protocols.

• Respond quickly to production calls for mechanical support.

• Assist with calibration and monitoring of systems like compressed air, HVAC, and water purification.

• Communicate equipment issues and recommendations to the maintenance team and production leadership.

• Maintain spare parts inventory and recommend reorders when necessary.

Profile

A successful Maintenance lead candidate must have

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training or certification in mechanics, mechatronics, or related field preferred.

• 3+ years of maintenance experience in a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment (nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, food, or cosmetics).

• Strong mechanical aptitude; ability to troubleshoot and repair conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, and production equipment.

• Familiarity with GMP documentation and FDA-regulated environments.

• Basic knowledge of PLCs, control systems, and electrical troubleshooting (preferred).

• Ability to read mechanical drawings and equipment manuals.

• Must be reliable, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently.

• Willingness to work off-shifts or weekends as needed for maintenance coverage or emergency repairs.

Job Offer

The Maintenance Mechanic - Food Manufacturer - Salinas, California based candidate will be offered

• Great benefits
• An opportunity to grow within the fast moving company
• An opportunity to learn within a big Consumer Goods business (CPG)
• The candidate will be able to learn other skill sets from others around them and have opportunity to see different sides of the business
• Salary: up to $40
• 401k match
• Health, Dental, and Life insurance
• Onsite M-F in Salinas, California

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