Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician – 3rd Shift

Location: Nashville, TN Shift: 3rd Shift, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, 2-2-3 rotating schedule Pay: $30.00 – $35.00/hour, based on experience Industry: Food Manufacturing (GMP Facility)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to join our 3rd shift team in a fast-paced, GMP-regulated food manufacturing facility in Nashville, TN. This role is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production equipment — including conveyors, automated canning machinery, and PLC-controlled systems — to ensure maximum uptime, product quality, and food safety compliance.

This is a great opportunity for a hands-on technician who is comfortable working independently overnight and enjoys solving complex electromechanical and controls issues in a live production environment.

Schedule

3rd Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM

2-2-3 rotating schedule (2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on — alternating)

Must be available for occasional overtime or schedule flexibility to support production needs

Key Responsibilities

Perform preventive, predictive, and reactive maintenance on production equipment, including conveyors and automated canning lines

Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and controls issues to minimize downtime

Diagnose and resolve issues with photo eye and camera sensor systems integrated through Allen Bradley PLC programs

Monitor, adjust, and troubleshoot Servo drives and VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives)

Read and interpret PLC logic (Allen Bradley) to identify faults and support troubleshooting; make minor program adjustments as needed

Read electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and equipment manuals to support repairs and installations

Perform routine inspections and document maintenance activities in a CMMS or equivalent tracking system

Maintain compliance with GMP, food safety, and sanitation standards at all times

Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns during production to reduce downtime and product loss

Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams to support continuous improvement initiatives

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with plant safety policies

Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and changeovers as needed

Qualifications

2+ years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in food/beverage manufacturing or another GMP-regulated environment

Hands-on experience with conveyors and automated packaging/canning equipment

Working knowledge of Allen Bradley PLC systems (troubleshooting required; programming experience a plus)

Experience with photo eye and camera-based sensor systems

Experience troubleshooting Servo drives and VFDs

Strong understanding of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems

Ability to read electrical schematics and technical drawings

Ability to work independently overnight with minimal supervision

Strong problem-solving skills and ability to perform under time pressure during downtime events

High school diploma or equivalent required; technical/trade school certification preferred

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and climb for extended periods

Ability to work in a food production environment (varying temperatures, wet/dry conditions, noise levels)

Comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces as needed, with proper safety equipment

What We Offer

Competitive pay: $30.00–$35.00/hour based on experience

Shift differential for 3rd shift (if applicable)