Maintenance Technician

Perfetti Van Melle

. Maintain the quality, integrity, safe condition, and operating order of high-speed packaging and end-of-line automation equipment .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeErlanger • Kentucky • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in maintaining and repairing high-speed packaging and automation equipment, with a strong focus on electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. Proficient in safety protocols, continuous improvement methodologies, and compliance with industry standards.

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Preventative MaintenanceElectrical/Electronic SystemsMechanical Systems RepairPLC ApplicationsLean Manufacturing

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Hard Skills

TroubleshootingDiagnostic InstrumentsProgrammable ControlsThree-Phase MotorsHMI InstallationFrequency DrivesMechanical InspectionsParts ReplacementOperating ComputersReading Technical Drawings

Soft Skills

Technical SupportCommunicationTeam CollaborationProblem-SolvingFlexibility

Tools & Technologies

CMMSSafety EquipmentPersonal Protective Equipment (PPE)Utility Systems Monitoring

Certifications & Qualifications

Certificate in Applied Electrical MaintenanceAssociates Degree in Electronics

Industry Keywords

Food ManufacturingGMP ComplianceISO AuditsLockout/TagoutHAZMAT Awareness

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintain the quality, integrity, safe condition, and operating order of high-speed packaging and end-of-line automation equipment
Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on electrical and mechanical production systems
Provide technical support and hands-on guidance to supervisors and production personnel
Support safety, continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, 5S, and ISO audit projects
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and electronic equipment
Diagnose and repair programmable controls, numerical controls, power supplies, drives, gauges, test equipment, three-phase motors, and PLC applications
Install, start up, and shut down equipment according to company safety procedures and OSHA requirements
Advise operators and line mechanics on safe equipment operation
Inform management and line mechanics of potential electrical and mechanical problems and hazards
Install and maintain frequency drives, HMI, pneumatic, hydraulic, and compressed-air systems
Perform scheduled mechanical preventive maintenance, inspections, lubrication, parts replacement, and repairs
Operate computers controlling and monitoring mechanical equipment and utility systems
Maintain clean and orderly work areas and comply with GMP and safety regulations
Complete maintenance checklists and maintain scheduled-maintenance records
Support high-speed flow wrappers, vertical baggers, and pick-and-place robots
Follow and document the CMMS preventive-maintenance program
Perform other duties assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor or Maintenance Lead

Requirements

What you’ll need

5 years of proven experience in the electrical/electronics, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic fields are required
Any combination of related work experience
Certificate in applied electrical maintenance and/or Associates Degree in Electronics, preferred
Prior work experience in a manufacturing facility; food manufacturing experience preferred
Knowledge of general safety, lockout/tagout, HAZMAT, scissor lift safety, electrostatic discharge awareness, foreign object damage awareness, and quality system awareness
Thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic components and equipment, including diagnostic instruments
Ability to read and interpret drawings, sketches, O.E.M. instructions, and specifications
Operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers and peripherals
Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Ability to stand, walk, use hands, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl
Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds and push/pull 350-pound wheeled carts
Close, distance, and peripheral vision
Flexibility to learn and work in other job functions
Valid driver's license and ability to travel between facilities preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

PTO package including vacation, wellness, and pay it forward time off
13 paid holidays
401k with Company Match up to 8%
Annual Bonus potential and merit-based increases
Comprehensive Health Insurance
Annual well-being subsidy
20 weeks Maternity & 12 weeks Paternity leave options
Sam's Club or Costco annual membership reimbursement
Tuition-Free College Program or Free Continued Education (BA, Masters, Etc.)
Modest monthly candy allotments (Airheads, Airheads Xtremes, and Mentos)