Maintenance Technician 1
Post Holdings · Hillsdale, MI
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Degree
- Required (or equivalent experience)
- Experience asked
- 75+ years
- Industry
- Food & beverage
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Post Holdings (food & beverage) in Hillsdale, MI.
- They ask for
- 75+ years · degree required (or equivalent experience)
- Tools it names
- FDA / GMP, EHS / safety
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $57k–$86k.
Median of the low and high ends of 59 live postings that list pay, out of 2258 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Michigan plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 88 other live reliability postings in Michigan.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- More than usual (75+ vs 5+)
Typical $87k–$145k, from 10 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 51%
- PLC 39%
- Welding 31%
- Robotics 21%
- ✓ EHS / safety 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
Utilize CMMS to support the maintenance function including review, execution, and documentation of scheduled/unscheduled work daily Adhere to all safety policies and procedures, incorporate safety and health in all jobs/tasks by taking personal responsibility to ensure a safe and health workplace Respond in an efficient and effective manner to urgent production needs related to equipment Adhere to Quality work practices, follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), maintain sanitary conditions, and ensure that product quality is maintained. Ensure that all policies, procedures, and activities related to Food Safety and Quality are followed and complied with, in effort to reduce process variability. Effectively read and understand diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, and manufacturer's specifications in order to disassemble, repair, replace, rebuild, and install mechanical equipment. Perform other maintenance related tasks as needed to support the continuous operation of the plant as a whole.
Qualifications
Education Level: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to do basic math Experience: 2+ years’ experience in industrial maintenance, utilities and/or related field Prior training and education in the following: OSHA 10 Hour HAZMAT ArcFlash LOTO – Lock Out Tag Out Skills: 2+ years’ experience in industrial maintenance, utilities and/or related field Strong interpersonal skills - Listening and informing others effectively; excellent negotiating and influencing skills at all levels both internal and external. Ability to anticipate work needs and follow through with minimal direction. Must be a self-motivated self-starter. Basic Knowledge and understanding of fasteners and thread types, belts, sheaves, chains, sprockets, bearings, lubrication standards and applications. Basic knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems including cylinders, valves, manifolds, vacuum systems, air filtration and lubrication devices. Basic knowledge of pipe fitting, insulation, rigging applications, use of mechanical tools, hand tools, and power tools.
Utilize CMMS to support the maintenance function including review, execution, and documentation of scheduled/unscheduled work daily Adhere to all safety policies and procedures, incorporate safety and health in all jobs/tasks by taking personal responsibility to ensure a safe and health workplace Respond in an efficient and effective manner to urgent production needs related to equipment Adhere to Quality work practices, follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), maintain sanitary conditions, and ensure that product quality is maintained. Ensure that all policies, procedures, and activities related to Food Safety and Quality are followed and complied with, in effort to reduce process variability. Effectively read and understand diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, and manufacturer's specifications in order to disassemble, repair, replace, rebuild, and install mechanical equipment. Perform other maintenance related tasks as needed to support the continuous operation of the plant as a whole.
Education Level: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to do basic math Experience: 2+ years’ experience in industrial maintenance, utilities and/or related field Prior training and education in the following: OSHA 10 Hour HAZMAT ArcFlash LOTO – Lock Out Tag Out Skills: 2+ years’ experience in industrial maintenance, utilities and/or related field Strong interpersonal skills - Listening and informing others effectively; excellent negotiating and influencing skills at all levels both internal and external. Ability to anticipate work needs and follow through with minimal direction. Must be a self-motivated self-starter. Basic Knowledge and understanding of fasteners and thread types, belts, sheaves, chains, sprockets, bearings, lubrication standards and applications. Basic knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems including cylinders, valves, manifolds, vacuum systems, air filtration and lubrication devices. Basic knowledge of pipe fitting, insulation, rigging applications, use of mechanical tools, hand tools, and power tools.
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Business Unit Overview About Bob Evans Farms, Inc. For over 75 years, Bob Evans Farms has delivered delicious, quick-to-table, farm-inspired food that makes mealtime a little bit easier and a lot more delicious. We're proud to be the No. 1-selling refrigerated dinner sides*, including many varieties of wholesome, feel-good favorites such as mashed potatoes and macaroni & cheese, sold in grocery stores across the country. We're also a leading producer and distributor of sausage and egg products including liquid eggs. In addition to our flagship Bob Evans® brand, our product portfolio includes Simply Potatoes®, Egg Beaters® and Owens® Sausage. Bob Evans Farms is based in Columbus, Ohio, and is owned by Post Holdings, Inc., a consumer-packaged goods holding company. For more information about Bob Evans Farms, Inc., visit www.bobevansgrocery.com.
