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The Judge Group

Maintenance Technician (Food Manufacturing) (1114018)

The Judge Group, Mcdonough, Georgia, United States, 30252

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Maintenance Technician (Food Manufacturing) Location: McDonough, GA Salary: $36.00 USD Hourly - $40.00 USD Hourly

Shift : 2nd Shift (4 PM – 4 AM, 2-on/2-off/3-on)

Job Summary Looking for a hands‑on role where your mechanical and electrical skills make a real impact. Join a billion‑dollar food manufacturer and keep production running in a modern, high‑speed facility. This is your chance to earn great money, work with advanced equipment, and be part of a team that values safety, quality, and reliability.

Compensation & Perks

Earn up to $94,500 in your first year (hourly rate + overtime + shift differential)

Excellent benefits package from day one

Stable, long‑term opportunity with a growing food manufacturer

Local candidates only – no relocation offered

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain plant machinery: mixers, conveyors, compressors, motors, pumps

Repair/replace control devices: switches, sensors, pushbuttons, contactors, motor starters

Maintain oven components: burners, valves, bearings, scrapers

Work on hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical power systems

Troubleshoot and repair PLCs (Allen Bradley)

Perform preventative and predictive maintenance tasks

Operate metalworking equipment: welders, drill press, grinders, sheet metal tools

Monitor and record environmental conditions (e.g., wastewater measurements)

Collaborate with production, refrigeration, and warehouse teams to resolve plant issues

Assist in developing SOPs and duty cycles for equipment maintenance

Participate in plant safety, SQF2000, health, and environmental programs

Support boiler and hot water systems maintenance

Qualifications

High School Diploma (Technical College or PLC Certification preferred)

6+ years mechanical/electrical maintenance experience (hydraulic/pneumatic + PLC troubleshooting)

4+ years in manufacturing (food manufacturing/packaging preferred)

Skilled with electrical meters, maintenance tools, and metalworking equipment

Experienced with boiler/hot water systems maintenance

Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office)

Ability to interpret schematics, plans, and O&M manuals

Physically able to stand, bend, climb, and lift 50 lbs regularly

About the Role This isn’t just another maintenance job—it’s a chance to work with state‑of‑the‑art food production equipment, earn strong pay with overtime opportunities, and be part of a team that values your skills. You’ll have the chance to cross‑train, grow your expertise, and play a key role in keeping a billion‑dollar operation running smoothly.

Apply Today Ready to put your skills to work and make great money in McDonough? Contact rarritola@judge.com to apply.

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