Maintenance Technician I - 2nd Shift
Pottstown, Pennsylvania Job ID 26-4032 Date posted Aug. 27, 2026 Category Manufacturing JobsSchwan’s Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle brand CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leader in manufacturing and marketing quality foods enjoyed nationwide. We have beloved brands like Red Baron®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Villa Prima™ and Freschetta® pizzas; bibigo®, Pagoda® Asian-style snacks and we can’t forget Mrs. Smith’s® and Edwards® pies! We bring families and communities together through great food. Join our team and see the opportunities are real, and the sky is the limit; this isn’t just a job, it’s a seat at the table!
We are hiring a Maintenance Technician I - 2nd Shift in our Pottstown, PA location. This position is on 2nd Shift and the hours are 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM.
Responsibilities
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production equipment like conveyors, mixers, ovens, and packaging machines to keep production running smooth and prevent breakdowns.
- Follow food safety rules when working around production areas, using the right cleaning procedures and food-grade materials to keep everything up to code.
- Handle emergency repairs when equipment breaks down during production, getting things back up and running as fast as possible to minimize downtime.
- Manage spare parts and tools inventory to make sure you've got what you need when equipment needs fixing or upgrading.
- Always working safely, following OSHA regulations and keeping your area clean and in line with company rules.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED; two-year degree in specialized maintenance trade preferred.
- Minimum of 0 to 2 years of related experience.
- Ability to read and interpret safety documents, maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
- Ability to complete work orders and enter the required paperwork into a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Compensation and Benefits:
The base salary range for this position starts at $24.50 per hour, with a shift differential of $1.50 between the hours of 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM. The pay range represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to educations, skills, work experience, certifications, geography etc. As such, starting pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.
Beyond base salary, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a strong foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support programs.
The employing subsidiaries of CJ Schwan's Company are Equal Employment Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, vet status, national origin, or other protected class.
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