2nd Shift Production Maintenance Technician

Rice, MN

$25–$35 Per Hour
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2 days ago

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to support our food production facility. This role focuses heavily on electrical troubleshooting and repair, with particular emphasis on Allen-Bradley (AB) Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs). The successful candidate will maintain, diagnose, and repair production equipment to minimize downtime while upholding strict food safety and sanitation standards.

Key Responsibilities

Perform electrical troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair on production equipment, control panels, motors, sensors, and power distribution systems.
Install, configure, program, parameterize, and troubleshoot Allen-Bradley VFDs (PowerFlex series and similar); diagnose faults, replace drives, for conveyors, shredders/dicers, Fanuc Robot and Matrix VFFS packaging equipment.
Conduct preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical and electromechanical systems.
Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, PLC ladder logic, and technical manuals.
Support mechanical maintenance tasks as needed (bearings, belts, chains, gearboxes, pneumatics).
Respond to equipment breakdowns in a fast-paced production environment and restore equipment to safe, reliable operation.
Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), HACCP, lockout/tagout (LOTO), arc-flash safety, and all food-safety and sanitation protocols.
Document work orders, parts usage, and maintenance activities accurately.
Collaborate with production, engineering, and sanitation teams to improve equipment reliability.
Assist with equipment upgrades, installations, and continuous-improvement projects.

Required Qualifications

Hands-on experience troubleshooting and working with Allen-Bradley VFDs (PowerFlex 525 or equivalent).
Solid understanding of three-phase power, motor controls, VFDs, PLCs (Allen-Bradley preferred), sensors, and basic industrial controls.
Ability to read electrical schematics and use multimeters, clamp meters, and other diagnostic tools.
Knowledge of lockout/tagout, electrical safety, and industrial safety practices.
High school diploma or equivalent; technical training or trade school preferred.
Ability to work in a food production environment (temperature extremes, wet conditions, standing for extended periods, lifting up to 50 lbs).

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in food or beverage manufacturing.
Familiarity with Allen-Bradley PLCs (ControlLogix, CompactLogix, MicroLogix) and related software.
Experience with CMMS systems and preventive maintenance programs.

This position is ideal for a hands-on maintenance technician who thrives on diagnosing complex electrical issues especially VFD-related problems and keeping food production lines running reliably.
Hours: 2nd Shift(3pm-11am)

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Numbers & Facts

Location	Rice, MN
Industry	Staffing/Employment Agencies
Salary	$25–$35 Per Hour
Company Size	10,000 employees or more
Year Founded	1956
Website	https://nescoresource.com/

Benefits

Paid Sick Days, Parking, Performance Bonus, Employee Referral Program

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