Maintenance Technician Now hiring for 2nd and 3rd shift

Company DescriptionStratas Foods LLC is the leading supplier of fats and oils to the Foodservice, Food Ingredients and Retail Private Label markets in North America and is a producer of quality bulk and packaged dressings, mayonnaise and sauces. Stratas Foods was formed in October 2008 as a 50/50 joint venture between ACH Food Companies (ACH) and Archer Daniels Midland (ADM).Manufacturing facilities are located in Dallas and Houston, TX; Decatur and Quincy, IL; Englewood, NJ; Fresno, CA; Nashville, TN; and Valdosta, GA. Corporate offices are located in Memphis, TN. We are committed to maintaining a progressive workplace by utilizing the ideas, skills and talents of all of our employees. We strive to make Stratas Foods a great place to work and are building a team capable of meeting our business goals.Job DescriptionThis position supports operation by providing leadership to the packaging areas. Qualified candidates must be able to perform a variety of jobs, tasks, or duties as required; and must be able to work any shift, overtime, and weekends as requiredThe tasks required, but not limited to, are general housekeeping, clean up, sweeping, vacuuming, painting, lubrication (oiling, greasing, etc.), power washing, lifting and hauling items up and down stairs, dump rework, and operate a motorized fork lift and a variety of other miscellaneous duties as assigned.Understand Food Process EquipmentUnderstand VFD, Panel Controller, Instrumentation troubleshooting and programmingUnderstand product ink printing, glue applications and labeling equipmentUnderstand sorting and palletizing equipmentUnderstanding conveyors, gearbox, motors, and bearing greasing routes and inspectionWorking with line operators/supervisors to keep lines running. Performing daily walkthroughKeeping lines running for better efficiencyClean the maintenance shop and keep parts organized in the parts room areaComplete assigned PM''s and Work Order in a timely mannerWorking safely and following all SOP''s on lock out of equipmentAble to assist others on job task or breakdownsIdentify needed mechanical and electrical improvementsMake necessary mechanical and electrical repairs when necessaryIdentify and work to eliminate unsafe conditions and or practicesCompletion and accuracy of down time sheets/GMP logMust be a self-starterAbility to work on facility equipment and all other plant and office assignmentsAbility to be flexible and work some weekendsQualificationsEducation: High School Diploma or equivalentRelated Experience: Previously relevant experience, preferably in a manufacturing environmentEquipment/Software Skills: Ability to operate and understand packaging equipment and processesBasic computer skillsAbility to operate forklift truck, scissors lift, and sky tracBasic mechanical and electrical skillsAbility to read schematics, wire diagrams, flow and block diagramsAdditional InformationPhysical: Ability to lift 50 pounds, climb stairs, lift, bend, kneel, stand for long periods of time, work in confined spaces, and work with heightsSensory: Mental/Reasoning: Competencies:Ability to get along well with other peopleAbility to use a variety of hand and power toolsAble to work in hot, humid, cold and wet conditionsGood written and verbal communication skillsDesire to advance in Maintenance DepartmentStratas Foods is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee in any manner prohibited by law, including but not limited to, on the basis of race or color, religion, gender, age, genetic information, national origin/ancestry, mental or physical disability, family status/marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, and any other legally protected status.

Created: 2025-11-15