Plant Maintenance Technician

Description:

 

Alliance Workforce Management is hiring Plant Maintenance Technicians to support a high-volume food manufacturing facility in Owasso. This role is essential for maintaining safe, efficient, and reliable production equipment to ensure smooth operations and compliance with food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and scheduled maintenance on conveyors, grinders, slicers, packaging systems, refrigeration units, and other production machinery.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues to minimize downtime.
• Inspect equipment, identify worn or damaged components, and replace parts to maintain optimal performance.
• Conduct routine checks on refrigeration and HVAC systems to support temperature-control and food safety compliance.
• Follow OSHA, USDA, FDA, and internal safety protocols at all times.
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and production line improvements.
• Maintain accurate documentation including work orders, repair logs, inspections, and parts usage.
• Collaborate with production and QA teams to resolve equipment issues affecting product quality or output.
• Train operators on basic troubleshooting and proper equipment handling.
• Follow all company policies, sanitation rules, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or vocational training preferred.
• 3–5 years of maintenance experience in food manufacturing or industrial processing.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience repairing automated machinery.
• Familiarity with electrical systems, PLCs, and control panels is an advantage.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under time-sensitive conditions.
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, or holidays as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand for extended periods, and work in cold or humid environments.

Requirements:

 

Work Environment

• Frequent physical activity including crawling, kneeling, squatting, climbing, twisting, and reaching.
• Ability to lift 70+ lbs unassisted when handling tools or parts.
• Extended standing and walking on concrete floors that may be wet or slippery.
• Work performed in environments ranging from –40°ree;F to –45°ree;F, with occasional exposure to heat near ovens or machinery.
• Exposure to strong odors from raw and seasoned meat products.
• Required PPE includes smocks, rubber-soled shoes, hair/beard nets, hearing protection, and hard hats.
• High noise levels require consistent use of hearing protection.
• Precise vision required for detailed inspections, electrical color-code identification, and equipment diagnostics.

Open Roles

Nine positions available with multiple shift options to fit different schedules.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply today. A member of our recruiting team will contact qualified applicants to discuss available opportunities.