What are the responsibilities and job description for the MAINTENANCE TECH position at DIVERSIFIED FOODS & SEASONINGS?
Maintenance Technician - Join the DFS Family!
Location: Madisonville, LA
Schedule: 40 HOURS | Monday - Friday | 1st and 2nd Shifts Available
Overtime Available with Occasional Weekends as needed
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Why Join Us?
At Diversified Foods and Seasonings (a division of Al Copeland Investments), we produce millions of pounds of top-quality, kettle-cooked side dishes and gravies annually, serving restaurants across the U.S. and globally. We are proud of our product and our team, and we’re looking for a dedicated Maintenance Technician to join us in Madisonville, LA!
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What You’ll Do
As a Maintenance Technician, you’ll be a key part of our maintenance team, ensuring food safety, quality, and efficiency.
- Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on machinery and equipment to prevent breakdowns.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic issues in equipment.
- Repair or replace faulty components, such as motors, bearings, sensors, and belts.
- Ensure that all areas of the facility are kept in good condition to support production needs.
- Staying informed on product specifications, quality standards, and safety protocols.
- Keeping a clean and sanitary work area at all times.
- Communicating effectively with team members and management.
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What You Bring
- Maintenance Technician experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Physical capability to stand for 10 hours, lift 50 pounds, bend, stoop, kneel, and work in fast-paced conditions.
- Dependable and flexible to work overtime and occasional weekends.
- Must pass a drug screen.
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Our Benefits
We offer a supportive environment and an excellent benefits package, including:
- 401(k) with employer match
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability Insurance, and Life Insurance
- Temperature Controlled Environment
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Flexible Hours
- Quarterly Bonus Opportunity
- Free Lunch Daily
- Annual Performance Pay Increase
- Birthday and Anniversary Recognition
