Industrial Maintenance Technician (Food Manufacturing)
Job Location:
Poughkeepsie, NY - USA
Hourly Salary:
USD 38 - 45
Posted:
7 August 2026 (29 days ago)
Application Deadline:
17 November 2026
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain troubleshoot and repair production facility and utility equipment in a food manufacturing environment to support safe and efficient operations.
- Respond promptly to production line calls diagnose equipment issues and communicate repair status and expected downtime to Production and Maintenance Leadership.
- Perform preventive maintenance lubrication and inspections in accordance with the Preventive Maintenance Program to ensure equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
- Troubleshoot and repair mechanical electrical pneumatic and basic control system issues on production and facility equipment.
- Safely dismantle repair adjust and reassemble machinery and equipment as required.
- Inspect replacement parts and components to ensure compliance with OEM specifications and manufacturer tolerances.
- Maintain and support facility and utility systems including HVAC boilers steam lines plumbing electrical systems and building infrastructure.
- Coordinate maintenance repair and installation work to minimize disruption to production operations.
- Ensure compliance with all safety quality GMP and regulatory requirements including maintaining clean tools equipment and work areas.
- Ensure production lines are clear of tools and equipment prior to startup or restart following maintenance activities.
- Accurately complete work orders logs and documentation using the EFCO work order ticketing system.
- Document materials and parts used and communicate needs to Maintenance Leadership.
- Participate in training and support Maintenance and Production teams as needed to meet business demands.
- Promptly report unusual conditions safety concerns or actual or potential facility damage.
REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
- Working knowledge of mechanical electrical pneumatic and basic control systems in a manufacturing environment.
- Ability to safely troubleshoot and repair production and facility equipment including conveyors pumps motors gearboxes and packaging machinery.
- Basic understanding of industrial electrical systems including lowvoltage (sensors photo eyes relays) and highvoltage systems (motors panels disconnects).
- Experience performing preventive maintenance and lubrication activities.
- Basic knowledge of HVAC systems boilers steam lines and plant utilities.
- Ability to safely disassemble inspect adjust and reassemble machinery and equipment.
- Basic welding fabrication and handtool skills appropriate for maintenance work.
- Ability to read understand and follow work orders safety instructions and standard operating procedures.
- Ability to communicate effectively with Maintenance and Production personnel.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while following defined escalation processes.
- Ability to safely operate tools testing devices diagnostic equipment and forklifts when trained and certified.
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
- Ability to stand or walk for the duration of the shift and work in cold or freezer environments as required.
- Ability to bend crouch kneel reach stoop and frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
- Physical strength stamina and dexterity to safely perform essential job functions.
You should be proficient in:
- PLC Troubleshooting Skills
- Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering
- CNC Machine Repair
- Boiler Troubleshooting
- Industrial Electrical Experience
- Industrial Electrical Systems
- Troubleshooting CNC Machines
Machines & technologies youll use:
- Circular Saw
- Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM)
- Conveyor Systems
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
EFCO is a global leader in the manufacturing of bakery fillings & mixes, shelf-stable dairy sauces, beverage syrups & toppings, and specialty ingredients.