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Certified Maintenance Team Member 2

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 19 Aug 2026

💰 $68,000/yr

About the role

At Winland Foods, our success starts with people who live our values of Excellence, Quality, Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration every day.

As a Maintenance Team Member, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the reliability, safety, and efficiency of our operations. From entry-level tasks like stocking spare parts and assisting with basic repairs to advanced responsibilities such as troubleshooting complex systems, performing fabrication, and leading preventative maintenance programs, every level of this team contributes to keeping production running smoothly.

This is more than maintaining equipment—it’s about problem-solving, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Whether you’re learning foundational skills or leading major projects, you’ll help minimize downtime, optimize performance, and uphold the highest standards of safety and quality. By leveraging your technical expertise and commitment to excellence, you’ll make a direct impact on operational success and the experience we deliver to our customers.

Employee Type:

Full time

Location:

SC Columbia

Job Type:

Production Group

Job Posting Title:

Certified Maintenance Team Member 2

Job Description:

Schedule: 2-2-3 schedule, with additional overtime based on production needs, open hours include:

*1st Shift- 5:45am to 6:00pm

Work Location: 2000 American Italian Way, Columbia, SC

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with match, STD/LTD/AD&D/Life, HSA, FSA, EAP, Hospital indemnity, Accident Insurance, Identity and Fraud Protection Plan, Legal, and Critical Illness.

Salary, based on experience and other qualifications: $33.61 per hour.

Duties and Responsibilities:

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time.

What a Maintenance Team Member Does:

Troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
Assist with machine setup, equipment modifications, and rebuilds to ensure optimal performance.
Maintain accurate documentation and update records in CMMS systems.
Follow all safety protocols and uphold GMPs and food safety standards.
Collaborate with team members and leadership to resolve equipment issues and minimize downtime.

Skills a Maintenance Team Member Demonstrates:

Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot complex systems.
Commitment to safety and compliance with GMPs and OSHA standards.
Effective communication and teamwork skills.
Problem-solving ability and attention to detail in fast-paced environments.
Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and learn new technologies.

Safe Equipment Operation & Maintenance

Support the organization and inventory of spare parts for maintenance tasks.
Assist in performing preventive maintenance and minor modifications on machinery such as packaging equipment and HVAC systems.
Learn basic maintenance welding, minor fabrication, and millwright activities, such as cutting, grinding, and simple assembly.
Assist with basic building upkeep, including plumbing, HVAC, and water treatment system tasks.
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
Perform equipment modifications, rebuilds, and preventive maintenance tasks on production and packaging machinery.
Conduct millwright activities, including cutting, grinding, welding, and fabrication.
Diagnose and resolve complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues to component level.
Perform preventive, predictive, and planned maintenance, including cleaning, inspecting, testing, and process improvements.
Fabricate components as needed using tools such as a lathe, grinder, and drill to repair or create jigs, fixtures, and tools.
Operate and maintain all production equipment in assigned areas, including conveyors, motors, gearboxes, and packaging machinery.
Troubleshoot and repair 3-phase electrical systems, AC/DC components, and control voltage issues.
Proficiently perform welding (stick, MIG, TIG) and millwright tasks to minimize downtime.

Food Safety & Sanitation Compliance