Winland Foods

Global private-label and branded food manufacturer

Maintenance Technician

Equipment MaintenanceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeTolleson, AZ, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED is required.
Demonstrate good communication skills and the ability to understand and interpret equipment training manuals and drawings.
Demonstrate good math skills.
Possess solid mechanical aptitude combined with technical training and/or equivalent manufacturing experience, preferably in food manufacturing, with 5–6 years of experience.
Demonstrate creative troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrate an advanced understanding of electrical distribution and control circuits.
Demonstrate an advanced understanding of programmable logic controller (PLC) theory and programming, with 3–4 years of experience.
Have advanced working knowledge of boilers, pumps and circulating systems; air compressors and pneumatic systems; pneumatic conveying theory and related systems; and pasta drying instrumentation.
Understand and be proficient in operating a drill press, hydraulic press, milling machine, lathe, grinders, band saws, and related hand tools.
Have advanced maintenance welding skills, including AC/DC stick, TIG, MIG, and gas acetylene welding.
Be able to lift at least 50 pounds unassisted and periodically lift up to 100 pounds.
Be able to climb, kneel, crawl, and work at elevation.
Have vocal communication ability to communicate with plant personnel, and required distance and color vision acuity.

Responsibilities

Stock and locate spare parts.
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical equipment.
Perform equipment modifications and rebuilds.
Perform routine maintenance welding and minor fabrication.
Perform general building maintenance.
Ensure equipment is properly maintained to manufacture safe, legal, and quality product.
Keep work areas clean and ensure full compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
Ensure compliance with all safety programs and maintain hazard-free work areas.
Schedule and perform regular preventive maintenance on flour system blowers, airlocks, diverter valves, sifters, and dust collector filter bags.
Schedule and perform regular preventive maintenance on presses, dryers, accumulators, strippers, and the die washer.
Schedule and perform regular preventive maintenance on the short-cut storage and distribution system.
Schedule and perform regular preventive maintenance on packaging machines, scales, code daters, printers, case packers, tapers, Alvey case lifts, conveyors, accumulators, and the palletizer.
Schedule and perform regular preventive maintenance on air compressors and dryers; boilers, circulating pumps, and control valves; chillers, air handlers, and intake filters; the water treatment system; the plant hot water system; and general plumbing.
Adjust the work schedule as needed to maintain a two-shift operation, including overtime when required.
Communicate with team members to support a self-directed work environment.
Exercise sound judgment and caution to ensure personal safety and the safety of others.
Communicate across functions to support efficient production levels.

At Winland Foods, Inc. – Tolleson AZ facility (previously Treehouse Foods, Inc), we are focused on winning by producing high quality, innovative, customer-driven, expert food solutions in the pasta category. We have a very competitive compensation package with NEW RATES!!, We make our own brand, Muellers, and also make private brand pasta for major grocery suppliers throughout our community! This position will report to the Meal Preparation business that is now known as Winland Foods; Inc owned by Investindustrial. Investindustrial is a leading investment and advisory group with over $11 billions of raised fund capital, which provides commercial solutions and capital to high-quality mid-market companies internationally. Investindustrial has a strong track record of investing in the food and beverage sector, including private label, and has developed longstanding relationships in the food and beverage community. So, if you like pasta, focused on winning and working in a clean manufacturing environment, please apply to join our team!

Employee Type:

Full time

Location:

AZ Tolleson

Job Type:

Production Group

Job Posting Title:

Maintenance Technician - 12 Hour Night Days

Job Description:

WE HAVE SOME COMPETITIVE BENEFITS IN 2026 COME JOIN THE WINNING TEAM!

QUARTERLY HOUR BONUSES
GENEROUS VACATION
ALL EMPLOYEES IMMEDIATELY BENEFITS ELIGIBLE AT HIRE
REMOVAL OF 60 DAY WAITING PERIOD FOR 401K ALL EMPLOYEES
MEDICAL PREMIUMS IN 2024 WILL NOT INCREASE!!
DENTAL (FREE LOW DENTAL FOR ALL EMPLOYEES IN 2024 AND DISCOUNTED PLANS FOR FAMILIES)
VISION (FREE VISION FOR ALL EMPLOYEES IN 2024 AND DISCOUNTED PLANS FOR FAMILIES)
LIFE INSURANCE/ CRITICAL ILLNESS INSURANCE/ ACCIDENT INSURANCE/ VOLUNTARY LEGAL INSURANCE/ IDENTITY THEFT COVERAGE
DISABILITY INSURANCE
FSA CARRYOVER IN 2024
FREE PASTA!!!

Hours: 6:00pm-6:30am, 2-2-3 Schedule

Rate: $33.50

Responsibilities:

Stock and locate spare parts.
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical equipment.
Perform equipment modifications and rebuilds.
Perform routine maintenance welding and minor fabrication.
Perform general building maintenance.
Responsible for ensuring equipment is properly maintained to manufacture safe, legal and quality product.
Ensure that work areas are clean that Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) are full complied with.
Ensure compliance with all safety programs and maintain hazard free work areas.
Schedule and perform the following regular preventive maintenance:
Flour system blowers, airlocks, diverter valves and sifters
Change dust collector filter bags
Presses, dryers, accumulators and strippers
Die washer
Short cut storage and distribution system
Packaging machines, scales, code daters, printers, case packers and tapers
Alvey case lifts, conveyors, accumulators and palletizer
Air compressors and dryers
Boiler, circulating pumps and control valves
Chillers and air handlers and intake filters (general HVAC)
Water treatment system
Plant hot water system and general plumbing
Must be able to adjust their work schedule to maintain a 2-shift operation (may require overtime as operation requires).
Be able to effectively communicate with team members to support a self-directed work environment.
Use sound judgment in exercising caution to insure personal safety and the safety of others.
Communicate effectively across all functions to insure efficient production levels.

Supervision:

Maintenance Lead

Qualifications/Education/Experience/Skills

High School Diploma or GED required.
Must demonstrate good communication skills and be able to understand and interpret equipment training manuals and drawings.
Must demonstrate good math skills.
Must demonstrate a sense of urgency.
Must possess a solid mechanical aptitude combined with technical training and/or the equivalent in manufacturing experience (preferably in food manufacturing). Solid 5-6 years of experience.
Demonstrate creative troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrate an advanced understanding of electrical distribution and control circuits.
Demonstrate an advanced understanding of PLC theory and programming. Solid 3-4 years of experience.
Advanced working knowledge of the following support equipment:
Boilers, pumps and circulating systems
Air compressors and pneumatic systems
Pneumatic conveying theory and related systems
Pasta drying instrumentation
Understand be proficient in the operation of the following shop equipment:
Drill press
Hydraulic press
Milling machine
Lathe
Grinders, band saws and other related hand tools.
Advanced maintenance welding including:
AC/DC stick, Tig, Mig, Gas Acetylene
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift at least 50 pounds unassisted; periodically lift to 100 lbs.
Must be able to climb, kneel, crawl and work at elevation.
Vocal communication required to communicate with all plant personnel.
Distance and color vision acuity is required.

EEO Statement:

Winland Foods seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool, and as a global company we believe our success is enhanced by fostering equity and inclusion in the workplace. Therefore, Winland Foods is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

About the Company

Winland Foods

Global private-label and branded food manufacturer

Winland Foods manufactures private label and branded food products for retailers, co-packers, and foodservice customers. It produces a wide range of meal-prep items—such as pasta, sauces, dressings, syrups, jams, pie fillings, pita chips, and dry dinners—for both private label and its own brands, supplying mainstream grocers, big-box retailers, e-commerce platforms, and industrial customers. The company differentiates itself through a vertically integrated, globally scaled supply chain and by operating within Windoria, a broader group formed with La Doria to expand reach across North America and Europe. Its goal is to meet growing private-label demand by offering diverse manufactured foods at scale through the Windoria platform.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Oak Brook, IL
Founded: 2022

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