Maintenance Technician (Facilities & Equipment) - (TX - Stafford)
Dough Zone USA
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Job Description
Job Summary
We are looking for a reliable, hands-on Maintenance Technician to join our dumpling manufacturing team. You will be responsible for ensuring our production machinery runs smoothly and our facility remains in top shape. This role requires a blend of mechanical troubleshooting and general building upkeep.
Key Responsibilities
- Machine Maintenance: Perform preventative maintenance and emergency repairs on food processing equipment (mixers, dumpling forming machines, conveyors, and packaging sealers).
- Facilities Upkeep: Handle basic plumbing, electrical repairs, lighting, and general "handyman" tasks around the warehouse and office.
- Troubleshooting: Quickly diagnose mechanical or electrical failures to minimize production downtime.
- Food Safety (GMP): Ensure all repairs are done according to food safety standards. Keep maintenance logs and ensure the shop area is clean and organized.
- Parts Inventory: Track spare parts for machines and notify management when supplies or tools need to be ordered.
Qualifications & Skills
- Experience: 2–4 years of experience in industrial maintenance (food/beverage industry is a huge plus).
- Technical Skills: Strong understanding of mechanical drives, gearboxes, and basic electrical (110v/220v).
- Physical Ability: Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a production environment that may be refrigerated or humid.
- Soft Skills: A "fix-it" mindset with the ability to work independently in a small-team setting.
- Local: Must have reliable transportation to our Stafford facility.
Benefits
- Medical insurance, vision insurance, and dental insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 401k retirement plan based on full-time work status
- Employee Discount Programs
- Opportunities for growth and career advancement
Pay Range: $25/hr
Shift: One Shift per day, 40 hours a week
Moji Food is committed to creating a diverse work environment and are proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment 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. Moji Food participates in the E-Verify program to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees.
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