Maintenance Tech Job at Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. (Oakland)

Maintenance Tech

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc.

Location:
United States , Oakland

Category:
Manufacturing

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

This position is responsible for maintaining plant’s food manufacturing equipment and facility utilities, troubleshooting faulty devices/systems as well as performing regularly scheduled maintenance on all processing and packaging equipment. The position requires proficiency and thorough understanding of various machine systems including but not limited to, mechanical systems, electrical and high voltage systems, PLC and controls systems, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, welding and fabrication of equipment in a food manufacturing plant. The ability to function effectively in a team environment and interact productively with all levels of management and operations is required.

Job Responsibility:

Maintains, troubleshoots and repairs various production equipment systems and devices and performs regular preventive maintenance as planned
Performs regular equipment checks and completes the required predictive checklists to identify early signs of potential equipment failures and minimize unplanned downtime and identify opportunities for improvement
Collaborate within the immediate supervisor and maintenance planner to schedule and develop inspection routines and preventative maintenance schedules
Performs new installations and relocations of new/existing equipment, regular and emergency startups and shutdowns of equipment in accordance with company standard operating procedures and safety requirements
Assist Team Leaders and line Operators in efficient line start up and equipment adjustments
Assist other maintenance department staff with technical troubleshooting
Keeps supervisor and/or manager up to date on all on-going work assignments, provides consistent updates in regards to project status, completion time projections, and any problems that may have arisen during the course of the project
Performs high quality work that meets industry accepted maintenance practices to maintain compliance with external regulatory agencies
Continues to develop maintenance technical skills within mechanical, electrical, controls, hydraulic, pneumatic, welding and fabrication skillset
Increases equipment specific knowledge for maintenance activities on factory equipment such as cook kettles, pumps, mixers, food formers, ovens, fillers, food assembly equipment, fryers, primary packaging equipment such as wrappers, secondary packaging equipment such as formers and closers, metal detectors and palletizing equipment
Learns and demonstrates our AFNA One Team culture as defined through effective teamwork, communication, leadership, production interaction and support, etc
Participates within our TPM (total performance management) journey through small group activities (NWT) and continuous improvement methodology (STPD and BDA)
Perform building and grounds maintenance and facility repairs as needed to include carpentry, plumbing, and painting
Maintains a neat and clean work area
Adhere to all company policies and procedures
Work safely and promote a safe work environment
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements:

1-3 years of proven work experience on electrical/electronic systems, mechanical systems, hydraulic and pneumatic systems is required with the ability to demonstrate high proficiency in these areas
Functional knowledge of standard manufacturing practices including, but not limited to: general safety, lock-out tag-out, forklift safety, ARC Flash and electrostatic discharge awareness
Electrical skills in troubleshooting and repairing 480/230 v 3ph.120 v and 24v systems with the ability to read and understand schematics, blue prints and PLC ladder logic
Must be able to work well with all levels of personnel whether individually or in a team environment, and especially must be able to interface and communicate with line operators in order to assist with repairs and troubleshooting
Must possess a high level of written and verbal communication skills, critical thinking and problem solving skills
Must have working knowledge of testing equipment and devices including the use of Multi-meter, Thermal imaging camera, and basic hand and power tools
Experience and ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Basic computer skills is required (Microsoft windows, MS Office Suite and outlook email)
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, climb stairs and ladders, and reach with hands and arms
The employee is required to stand
use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls
climb or balance
stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
and talk or hear
Ability to climb in overhead structures, to work beneath machines and in close quarters performing analysis and repair work
Exposed to high voltage electricity, hazardous materials and chemicals used in the manufacturing and cleaning process

Nice to have:

Welding and fabrication experience is a plus
Foods manufacturing experience is a big plus
Industrial ammonia refrigeration system knowledge and/or certification is a plus
Industrial boiler system knowledge and/or certification is a plus

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 14, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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