Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Mechanic — Food Processing

EFCO Products

Poughkeepsie, NY

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systems, Capability Maturity Model (CMM), Communication Skills, Control Systems, Conveyor Systems, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Electromechanics, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Forklift, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), HVAC, Hand Tools, High Voltage (HV), Identify Issues, Industrial Engineering, Leadership, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Low Voltage (LV), Maintenance - Electrical, Maintenance Services, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance, Mechanical Maintenance, OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer), Physical Demands, Plumbing, Preventative Maintenance, Production Support, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Pumps, Regulations, Safety/Work Safety, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Startup, Test Equipment, Time Management, Tolerance Analysis, Welding
LOCATION
Poughkeepsie, NY
POSTED
3 days ago

Why This Role Matters

Every on-time shipment, every safe startup, and every quality batch depends on reliable equipment. Join our team and turn your maintenance expertise into dependable uptime for a high-volume food processing environment.

Are You Ready To

  • Tackle urgent production line calls, pinpoint faults, and update Production and Maintenance Leadership with clear repair timelines?
  • Execute a thorough Preventive Maintenance Program—lubrication, inspections, and adjustments—to extend asset life and minimize downtime?
  • Isolate and repair issues spanning mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and basic control systems?
  • Disassemble, rebuild, align, and return machinery to service safely and efficiently?
  • Verify replacement parts meet OEM specifications and manufacturer tolerances?
  • Support utilities and infrastructure—HVAC, boilers, steam, plumbing, electrical systems, and building elements?
  • Plan maintenance, repairs, and installations to avoid unnecessary production interruptions?
  • Uphold safety, quality, GMP, and regulatory standards while maintaining clean tools, equipment, and workspaces?
  • Ensure lines are free of tools and materials before any startup or restart after maintenance?
  • Document work precisely in the EFCO work order ticketing system and keep accurate logs?
  • Track parts usage and proactively notify Maintenance Leadership of material needs?
  • Cross-train, share knowledge, and support Maintenance and Production teams as workloads shift?
  • Flag unusual conditions, hazards, or potential facility damage immediately?

What You Bring

  • Hands-on knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and basic controls in an industrial setting.
  • Experience repairing production and facility equipment (conveyors, pumps, motors, gearboxes, packaging machinery).
  • Understanding of industrial electrical systems from low-voltage (sensors, photo eyes, relays) to high-voltage (motors, panels, disconnects).
  • Proficiency with preventive maintenance and lubrication routines.
  • Baseline knowledge of HVAC, boilers, steam lines, and plant utilities.
  • Ability to tear down, inspect, adjust, and reassemble equipment safely.
  • Foundational welding, fabrication, and hand-tool skills.
  • Comfort with work orders, safety directives, and SOPs.
  • Strong communication with Maintenance and Production partners.
  • Self-direction with minimal supervision and disciplined escalation.
  • Capability to operate diagnostic tools, test equipment, and forklifts (with training/certification).

Physical Demands & Environment

  • Standing and walking for full shifts; work in cold and freezer zones when required.
  • Frequent bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
  • Stamina, strength, and dexterity to complete essential duties safely.

Proficiencies We Value

  • PLC Troubleshooting Skills
  • Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering
  • CNC Machine Repair
  • Boiler Troubleshooting
  • Industrial Electrical Experience
  • Industrial Electrical Systems
  • Troubleshooting CNC Machines

Tools & Technologies In Play

  • Circular Saw
  • Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM)
  • Conveyor Systems

Growth & Collaboration

Bring your curiosity and craftsmanship. You’ll leverage the EFCO work order ticketing system to build a record of results, cross-train with seasoned techs, and help shape a reliability-first culture.

About the Company

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