Maintenance Technician

Astra Foods is an elite cheese steak preferred manufacturer providing the finest quality beef and chicken products. We are seeking a Maintenance Technician for our Aston location.

Responsibilities:

• Inspect various types of industrial, pneumatic, electrical and hydraulic machines for functionality issues
• Conduct repairs aiming for maximum reliability
• Troubleshoot reported problems and resolve them in a timely manner
• Perform maintenance on machinery, equipment and systems
• Provide corrective maintenance and preventative measures to machines
• Keep logs of work and report on issues
• Undertake other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Proven experience as Mechanic
• Knowledge of machinery and hydraulic, electrical and other systems and their components
• Ability to use various hand tools (drills, grinders, screwdrivers, hammers, measuring tools etc.)
• Ability to follow procedures and practices and read instruction, schematics etc.
• Strong commitment to all health and safety guidelines
• Good communication skills
• Problem-solving abilities

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED); Certification from a vocational school or completion of apprenticeship is a plus
• Must have 1-2 years' experience at a food processing plant
• Ability to read, understand, and follow production schedules, SOPs, and safety guidelines.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills a plus.

Work Environment

• Cold temperatures (40°F–48°F) in refrigerated processing areas.
• Wet, noisy environment with exposure to raw meat and cleaning chemicals.
• Shift work, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and overtime as needed.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to bend, reach, and perform repetitive motions.
• Ability to lift and carry materials up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Standing for up to 8–10 hours per shift.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage based on experience
• Health and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays

Astra Foods provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, state or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall,