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Maintenance Technician (Nights)

Company: The Judge Group | Location: McDonough, Georgia | Posted: Oct 08, 2026

Job Summary

4 PM - 4 AM | 2-On / 2-Off / 3-On Rotation

Looking for a hands-on role where your mechanical and electrical skills keep a modern, high-speed food production facility running? Join a billion-dollar manufacturer producing ready-to-eat and ready-to-cook products. This night-shift role offers strong pay, advanced equipment, and a team culture built on safety, quality, and reliability.

Compensation & Perks

  • Earn up to $120,000 total in your first year, depending on experience (hourly rate + overtime + night shift differential)
  • Get paid weekly
  • Excellent benefits package starting day one
  • Stable, long-term opportunity with a growing food manufacturer
  • Local candidates only - no relocation offered


  • What You'll Do

    • Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain plant machinery: mixers, conveyors, compressors, motors, pumps
    • Repair/replace control devices: switches, sensors, pushbuttons, contactors, motor starters
    • Maintain oven components: burners, valves, bearings, scrapers
    • Work on hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical power systems
    • Troubleshoot and repair Allen-Bradley PLCs
    • Perform preventative and predictive maintenance
    • Operate metalworking equipment: welders, drill press, grinders, sheet metal tools
    • Monitor and record environmental conditions (e.g., wastewater measurements)
    • Collaborate with production, refrigeration, and warehouse teams
    • Assist in developing SOPs and duty cycles for equipment maintenance
    • Participate in plant safety, SQF2000, health, and environmental programs
    • Support boiler and hot water systems maintenance


    What You Bring

    • High School Diploma/GED required (Technical College or PLC Certification preferred)
    • 5+ years mechanical/electrical maintenance experience (hydraulic/pneumatic + PLC troubleshooting)
    • 4+ years in manufacturing (food manufacturing/packaging strongly preferred)
    • Skilled with electrical meters, maintenance tools, and metalworking equipment
    • Experience with boiler/hot water systems
    • Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office)
    • Ability to interpret schematics, plans, and O&M manuals
    • Physically able to stand, bend, climb, and lift 50 lbs regularly


    Why You'll Love It

    This isn't just another maintenance job - it's a chance to work with state-of-the-art food production equipment, earn strong pay with overtime and shift differential, and be part of a team that values your expertise. You'll cross-train, grow your skillset, and play a key role in keeping a billion-dollar operation running smoothly.

    Ready to put your skills to work and make great money on nights in McDonough? Apply today and join a team where your expertise keeps the plant moving - and your impact is recognized.

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    How to Apply

    Interested candidates should submit their application online using the link below.

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