Job Description

We are seeking a skilled, hands-on Maintenance Technician to support a brand-new, state-of-the-art USDA egg processing and packaging facility in Central California.

This is a premier opportunity to join a well-established, rapidly expanding agribusiness leader. You will play a foundational role in maintaining advanced automated egg production equipment, implementing preventive maintenance strategies, and optimizing operational uptime. If you are an experienced technician looking for an organization that values your technical insight, offers strong job stability, and provides a great work environment, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on automated egg grading, wash, processing, and packaging equipment.
• Troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems to minimize line downtime.
• Maintain compliance with USDA, SQF, OSHA, and company food safety standards.
• Assist in establishing standard operating procedures (SOPs) and preventive maintenance (PM) schedules for new processing equipment.
• Collaborate with plant management on equipment upgrades, line layouts, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Candidate Qualifications

• 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience specifically within egg production, grading, or processing facilities.
• Solid background in food manufacturing safety, sanitation protocols, and USDA compliance.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting proficiency (PLCs, motor controls, conveyors, and automated packaging systems).
• Self-motivated mindset with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to relocate to Central California (relocation package included).

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $70,000 – $90,000 annual base (based on experience).
• Relocation Package: Includes rent-free temporary local housing to ensure a smooth transition.
• Benefits: Full health, dental, vision, paid time off, and retirement benefits.
• Culture: A supportive, engaging environment with long-term stability and growth opportunities.

Mary Malecek 

Search Consultant •

gpac Manufacturing

Call/Text: (314) 237-7208

Email: mary.malecek@gogpac.com

gogpac.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.