2nd Shift Master Maintenance Mechanic at HANOVER FOODS CORPORATION

Job Summary & Responsibilities

Hanover Foods Corporation - Centre Hall, PA, is currently seeking an experienced Master Maintenance Mechanic. The Master Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for leading complex maintenance, repair, and installation projects in a food manufacturing environment. This role requires advanced mechanical expertise, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to mentor and guide other mechanics, while ensuring compliance with food safety, quality, and regulatory standards. This 2nd Shift position will work the hours of 2pm - 10pm and includes a $0.50 2nd Shift Differential. Hanover Foods Corporation offers a competitive rate of pay and comprehensive benefits package such as medical, dental, prescription drug, and 401(k).

The duties listed below are representative of the types of responsibilities required for the role. Additional tasks may be assigned as needed to meet the needs of the organization:

• Performs advanced mechanical repairs and maintenance on production equipment, including welding, fabrication, and electrical troubleshooting.

• Reads and interprets technical drawings and schematics for equipment installation, modification, and line changeovers.

• Diagnoses and resolves complex equipment and system issues to reduce downtime and support production efficiency.

• Leads, trains, and supports mechanics on the maintenance team; oversees crews on assigned projects.

• Executes and supports preventive and predictive maintenance programs to improve equipment reliability.

• Ensures compliance with GMPs, food safety, sanitation, plant security, and safety standards at all times.

• Maintains accurate documentation of maintenance activities.

• Keeps work areas clean, organized, and audit-ready in alignment with food manufacturing standards.

• Collaborates with production and quality teams to minimize equipment-related impacts to product quality.

• Performs other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Manager.

Job Qualifications & Requirements

• Expert-level mechanical skills, including hydraulics, pneumatics, and industrial food processing equipment repair.

• Completion of a certified apprenticeship, technical training program, or equivalent preferred.

• Proficiency in welding, fabrication, and electrical troubleshooting in a production setting.

• Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) and preventive/predictive maintenance programs preferred.

• Ability to operate forklifts, scissor lifts, or other industrial equipment.

• Knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, and food safety requirements.

• Strong leadership and mentoring skills with the ability to train others.

• Effective problem-solving, communication, and teamwork abilities.

• Commitment to safety, product quality, and continuous improvement.

Hanover Foods Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, and/or any other characteristic protected by law.