3rd Shift Maintenance Technician

SNACK CRAFT (MASTER) · Grand Rapids, MI

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Level: Technician
Team: Reliability
Degree: Required
Industry: Industrial
Posted: Recently

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level reliability role at SNACK CRAFT (MASTER) (industrial) in Grand Rapids, MI.

They ask for: degree required
Tools it names: FDA / GMP, PLC

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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026

Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $58k–$84k.

Median of the low and high ends of 37 live postings that list pay, out of 1616 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 70 other live reliability postings in Michigan.

Base pay: Not listed in this posting
Experience asked: Not stated

Skills these teams ask for most

Team leadership 61%
✓ PLC 42%
EHS / safety 27%
Welding 27%
Robotics 21%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for FDA / GMP, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

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Responsibilities

Provide technical (mechanical, electrical, pneumatic/hydraulic) expertise to production teams to assist in creating and implementing the best solutions to manufacturing challenges.

Follow GMP, Food Safety, Food Defense, BRC, Food Quality and Maintenance policies.

Maintain equipment in production to produce products in a safe and efficient manner.

Provide training or assistance to other employees in use, and handling of equipment.

Assist in enforcing safety and GMP policies.

Ability to read, follow and understand electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic drawings, blueprints, schematics, code requirements, service manuals and manufacturers’ specifications.

Mechanically install, modify, enhance and repair machines and mechanical equipment.

Perform preventative inspections and repairs on equipment and facilities and to document inspections and service Experience in machine repair

Ability to assist with managing projects and resources effectively, including Allen Bradley PLC troubleshooting, understanding advanced electrical prints and schematics to facilitate complex repairs or installation of equipment

Perform setup, start-up, Adjust and Operation of Equipment; Proper Shutdown and Changeover as required by company standards

Perform start of shift walk through and equipment checks, and complete relevant line start-up check sheet

Proven mechanical inclination and general math and manufacturing knowledge through standardized tests

Perform upgrades to equipment as needed or assigned.

Assist in response to any foreign material issues that may arise.

Act as contact with any contractors that may be doing work in the facility and verify that they follow SnackCraft GMPs and rules.

Coordinate with operators to keep line running through breaks including operating equipment as needed

Troubleshoot mechanical and basic electrical concerns of the equipment, maintain and improve integrity and performance of all focus line/s equipment, and complete scheduled work orders

Communicate and coordinate with Maintenance and Production Leadership any maintenance activities required on assigned equipment to ensure optimum line efficiency and product quality

Computer literacy

Excellent interpersonal skills

An excellent work record, including attendance.

Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly workstation and area.

Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED

Completion of an associate’s degree in industrial maintenance technology (or similar program)

Ability to train, teach, and assess other Maintenance Technician trainees, leading and mentoring in a team environment

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Work Environment: Office & Production Floor

Physical Demands

Lifting and Carrying: Ability to lift and carry heavy objects, typically up to 50 pounds, and occasionally heavier items with assistance.

Standing and Walking: Prolonged periods of standing and walking throughout the facility.

Bending and Stooping: Frequent bending, stooping, and crouching to access equipment and perform maintenance tasks.

Climbing: Climbing ladders and stairs to reach elevated areas and equipment.

Manual Dexterity: Fine motor skills for handling tools, parts, and equipment with precision.

Reaching: Reaching overhead and at various heights to perform maintenance tasks.

Pushing and Pulling: Pushing and pulling carts, tools, and equipment.

Kneeling and Crawling: Kneeling and crawling to access hard-to-reach areas and perform repairs.

Visual Acuity: Good vision to read technical manuals, schematics, and to inspect equipment.

Hearing: Ability to hear alarms, machinery sounds, and communicate effectively in a noisy environment.

Balance and Coordination: Maintaining balance and coordination while working on ladders, scaffolding, or in confined spaces.

Competencies

Equipment Maintenance: Proficiency in maintaining and repairing food manufacturing equipment, including mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.

Preventive Maintenance: Developing and implementing preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime.

Troubleshooting: Identifying and resolving equipment malfunctions and breakdowns efficiently.

Technical Documentation: Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.

Safety Protocols: Ensuring compliance with all safety regulations and company policies.

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