Maintenance Technician (Food Manufacturing)

At Barilla, we believe that every great journey begins with passion and a bold vision. From our humble beginnings in 1877 in a small shop in Parma, Italy, we've blossomed into a global leader in the food industry, guided by our commitment to progress and excellence.

Today, Barilla is an international group present in more than 100 countries and we are proud to be recognized as the world's top food company by reputation. With 22 beloved brands in our portfolio, we are world leader for pasta, the number one choice for ready-made sauces in Europe, leader for bakery products in Italy, and for crispbread across Scandinavia with Wasa.

Our success story is written by a passionate team of almost 9,000 dedicated employees across 30 plants and offices worldwide, all united by a shared mission to nourish the future with purpose and passion.

Are you ready to add your unique flavor to our journey?

When the leaves start to fall, production doesn't stop!

Behind every package of pasta is a team of skilled professionals making sure our equipment is ready to perform. We're looking for a Plant Maintenance Technician who enjoys troubleshooting, fixing complex equipment, and keeping a busy manufacturing operation running safely and efficiently.

If you're the person who likes to figure out "Why isn't this working?" and knows how to get things moving again, this could be the opportunity for you.

As a Plant Maintenance Technician, you'll be an essential part of the team by:

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  Performing preventative and corrective maintenance on production equipment and plant systems

  
  
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  Troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, PLC, and VFD issues

  
  
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  Completing repairs involving welding, machining, fabrication, and electrical work

  
  
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  Responding quickly to equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime

  
  
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  Monitoring and maintaining plant utility systems, including air compressors, fire protection systems, and facility equipment

  
  
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  Performing equipment changeovers and format/size adjustments

  
  
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  Calibrating and adjusting metal detection systems while maintaining required documentation

  
  
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  Working closely with Production and Packaging teams to keep product flowing efficiently

  
  
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  Coordinating maintenance activities with outside contractors and vendors when needed

  
  
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  Prioritizing work orders to support production schedules

  
  
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  Participating in continuous improvement initiatives that improve reliability, safety, and efficiency

  
  
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  Maintaining accurate maintenance records and following all food safety and quality procedures

  
  

We're looking for someone who enjoys working with their hands, solving challenging equipment problems, and being part of a team that keeps the entire operation moving.

Qualifications include:

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  Associate degree in a maintenance-related field or at least three years of industrial maintenance experience (mechanical and/or electrical)

  
  
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  Experience troubleshooting industrial manufacturing equipment

  
  
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  Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)

  
  
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  Experience with PLCs, particularly Allen-Bradley and Siemens, is highly preferred

  
  
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  Experience troubleshooting Allen-Bradley Variable Frequency Drives is a plus

  
  
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  Welding, machining, fabrication, and electrical troubleshooting skills

  
  
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  Strong mechanical aptitude and excellent problem-solving abilities

  
  
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  Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with production teams

  
  

Great maintenance professionals are the backbone of manufacturing, and we invest in the people who keep our plant running.

We Offer:

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  Competitive starting pay: $33.26/hour

  
  
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  +$1.75/hour Night Shift Differential

  
  
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  Medical, Dental & Vision

  
  
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  401(k) with up to 6% company match

  
  
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  Company-paid life insurance

  
  
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  Bonus opportunities

  
  
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  Tuition reimbursement

  
  
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  Company-paid training classes

  
  
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  Team-oriented culture focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement

  
  
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  The opportunity to make a real impact every day

  
  

From the first chill in the air to the busiest production days of the season, our Maintenance Team keeps the plant moving.

If you're ready for a hands-on career where your skills matter every day, we want to hear from you!

Join our Maintenance Team and help keep our operation running strong all season long.

At Barilla, we are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where diversity in all its forms is valued and embraced. Our employment policies and practices are designed to ensure equal employment opportunities for all, regardless of age, race, color, citizenship, faith, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or characteristics of expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, medical condition, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our commitment to equal employment stems from our unwavering belief that it is not only the right thing to do, but it is also a fundamental driver of innovation and business success.