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Maintenance Technician (Night Shift, $36.00 Starting Hourly Pay (Shift Premium Included))

Schreiber Foods · Grand Rapids, MI

Level
Technician
Team
Reliability
Degree
Preferred
Industry
Food & beverage
Posted
10 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level reliability role at Schreiber Foods (food & beverage) in Grand Rapids, MI.

They ask for
degree preferred
Tools it names
SPC

Read from the posting. The full description is below.

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 1786 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 76 other live reliability postings in Michigan.

Base pay
Not listed in this posting

Typical $87k–$145k, from 10 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
Not stated

Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Team leadership 58%
  • PLC 43%
  • Welding 32%
  • EHS / safety 25%
  • Robotics 22%
  • Tooling 21%

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

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

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Full description from Schreiber FoodsAs posted on their careers site.Show

Responsibilities

  • ◆Assist in ensuring the operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing maintenance

requirements

(both planned and unplanned) on production, packaging, and processing equipment.

  • ✓Be readily available for emergency repairs in breakdown situations.
  • ✓Accurately read, analyze and interpret technical procedures, electrical schematics, service manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
  • ✓Assist in performing preventative maintenance (i.e. conducting computerized preventative maintenance check-ups or reading SPC charts and data) as needed.
  • ✓Assist in ensuring proper function of the line manufacturing support systems (line/lube delivery, chemical deliver, ingredient delivery, process systems, CIP systems, operational support.)
  • ✓Accurately complete work orders in a timely manner to maintain high quality standards.
  • ✓Maintain communication with other departments, management and employees; notifying them of problems and/or concerns that may restrict production efficiency.
  • ✓Complete all paperwork in a clear, legible and accurate format, including all required information and documenting in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s).
  • ✓Assist in maintaining parts and supplies inventory by checking parts out of inventory and assigning them to the proper work order; report low supply levels to Supervisor.
  • ✓Maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area, including maintenance shop.
  • ✓Adhere to Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS).
  • ✓Identify Critical Control Points (CCP).

Responsibilities

  • ◆This position uses a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment to perform duties
  • ◆Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operating Procedures
  • ◆This position requires the ability to work with dairy and nut products in addition to other related ingredients and allergens.
  • ◆Safety Protocol
  • ◆Stop any observed unsafe acts and obey facility safety rules and procedures.
  • ◆Correct or report any observed safety hazards.
  • ◆Support safety policies and programs.

responsibilities

is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

Education Required

  • ✓High School Diploma or GED preferred.
  • ✓Associate’s or Technical School Degree in Mechanics, Electrical, Computer Science or Food Processing preferred.
  • ✓Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.

Experience Required

  • ✓Minimum one (1) year of relevant experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred.
  • ✓Understanding of preventative maintenance programs required.
  • ✓Mechanic, pneumatic, hydraulic and basic electrical knowledge required.

Certification/Licensure Required

  • ✓First Responder training and certification.
  • ✓Electric Lift certification as appropriate.

Skills Required

  • ✓Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • ✓Dedication to meet the expectations and

requirements

of internal and external customers; acts with customers in mind.

  • ✓Demonstrate functional and technical knowledge, ability to learn new skills quickly, and achieve a high level of accomplishment.
  • ✓Demonstrate excellent organizational skills, establish priorities, ability to multitask, and meet deadlines.
  • ✓Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with colleagues and individuals inside and outside the organization.
  • ✓Basic math plus fractions, decimals, percentages, rates, ratios and algebraic calculations.
  • ✓Basic computer operational skills; able to input and retrieve computerized information.
  • ✓Able to exchange basic informational data (fill out forms/checklists, copy data from one record to another, etc.).
  • ✓Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively at all levels in a collaborative team environment.
  • ✓Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and work to maintain constructive working relationships.
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Job Category

Manufacturing & Operations

Job Family

Repair & Maintenance

Work Shift

Nights (United States of America)

Job Description

T his is a fulltime night shift position working on a consistent 6:00 pm - 6:00 am rotating schedule. Night shift has a $3 shift premium!

  • •Level 2 base pay starts at $33.00 an hour excluding the $3 night shift premium
  • •$1,000 sign on bonus
  • •$3 night shift and $1 weekend premium
  • •Eligible for all benefits day 1 of hire
  • •8% 401K match

Eligible partners will receive

  • •Get not one, but TWO retirement benefits. When you join our employee-owned company, you’ll be part of our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) from day one. That means in addition to an 8% 401(k) match into the ESOP, Schreiber will contribute an extra amount toward your retirement every year.
  • •Earn bonus pay. You’ll have an opportunity to earn incentive pay twice a year when we meet our company goals.
  • •Personal Time Off (PTO) starting on day one.
  • •Childcare costs . Get up to $5,000 annually to help you with the cost of childcare. Monthly contributions toward childcare expenses, including independent babysitters.
  • •Earn extra money for taking care of yourself. Eligible partners can earn a Wellness Incentive and receive an employer‑funded Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) to use on fitness, mental health, and other lifestyle expenses.
  • •Pursue development that’s relevant to your role, career goals and the company. Plus, we offer tuition reimbursement if you want to further your education to grow in your role at Schreiber.
  • •Get access to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, pet and mental health benefits starting day one.
  • •Experience caring like you’ve never experienced it before. We have a program that’s completely organized by and for other partners who need extra help. It’s called Partners Helping Partners. We have hundreds of e

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