Maintenance Technician- Food Production

Job Description

Job Description

Maintenance Technician - Food Production Equipment

Location: New Bedford, MA
Pay Rate: $23–$25 per hour (based on experience)
Schedule: Sunday-Friday 5:00AM to finish

Noor Staffing is seeking an experienced, hands-on Maintenance Technician for a seafood processing facility in New Bedford, MA.

We are looking for someone with a background in maintaining and repairing food production equipment, ideally within the seafood, fish, meat, or similar food processing industries. The right candidate will have solid mechanical skills, a dependable work ethic, and the ability to troubleshoot equipment issues in a fast-paced production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and emergency repairs on food processing and packaging machinery.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and minor electrical issues to help minimize equipment downtime.
• Complete scheduled preventative maintenance to keep machinery operating properly.
• Monitor equipment performance and identify potential issues before they cause production delays.
• Maintain maintenance logs and communicate equipment concerns with production team leaders.
• Assist with general facility maintenance, including lighting, plumbing, and other repairs as needed.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Previous experience maintaining and repairing food production equipment.
• Experience in seafood, fish, meat, or similar food processing environments preferred.
• Strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills.
• Basic knowledge of electrical systems is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and handle maintenance issues in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable working in a cold, wet facility.
• Dependable, safety-conscious, and able to work well with a team.
• Reliable transportation and strong attendance are a must.

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to perform the essential functions of the role, which may include standing for extended periods, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis, with or without reasonable accommodation. Physical demands may vary depending on assignment and client-site requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Noor Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.