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SANDRIDGE CRAFTED FOODS in NEW OXFORD appreciates your interest in joining our Team! Upon receipt of your online application, we will review your resume and contact you if your qualifications appear to meet the essential job functions of the position of which you applied.
New Oxford Facility - Job Description
Job Title: Maintenance Technician
Department: 030 Maintenance
Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor
Absence Backup: Maintenance Supervisor
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Employment Type: Full-Time
Date: February 10, 2026
Author: Laurence R. Etchison, SPHR, Human Resources Business Partner - Manager
Position Summary
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing food processing and packaging equipment to support safe, efficient, and compliant operations. This role supports the facility's SQF certified food safety and quality management system by ensuring equipment, utilities, and infrastructure are maintained in sanitary, safe operating condition. The position requires strict compliance with OSHA safety standards, including Lockout/Tagout (29 CFR ), electrical safety, and confined space requirements, with familiarity supporting boiler systems, ammonia refrigeration systems, and wastewater treatment operations as applicable. Essential functions must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.
Essential Functions
The following duties are essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these functions:
Equipment Maintenance & Repair (SQF - Equipment & Infrastructure)
Perform preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on food processing, packaging, and facility equipment
Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
Repair or replace worn, damaged, or defective components
Verify equipment is restored to safe, sanitary operating condition prior to production release
Food Safety & Sanitary Design Compliance Perform maintenance activities using hygienic maintenance practices to prevent product contamination
Protect exposed product zones and food-contact surfaces during maintenance
Identify and report equipment conditions that may pose food safety or foreign material risks
Support allergen and preventive maintenance programs
Lockout/Tagout (OSHA 29 CFR ) Perform lockout/tagout procedures prior to servicing, maintenance, or repair activities
Apply and remove personal lock(s) and tag(s) in accordance with the facility Energy Control Program
Verify isolation of all hazardous energy sources and confirm zero-energy state
Maintain control of lockout devices and keys throughout maintenance activities
Never bypass or defeat guards, interlocks, or safety devices
Electrical Safety (OSHA / NFPA 70E Awareness) Perform electrical work only within the scope of training and authorization
Follow electrical safety procedures, including verification of de-energized equipment prior to work
Use appropriate tools, PPE, and safeguards when working on or near electrical systems
Identify and report electrical hazards, damaged components, or unsafe conditions
Confined Space Safety (OSHA 29 CFR ) Comply with the facility's Confined Space Entry Program
Participate in confined space entry only after required training and authorization
Follow permit-required confined space procedures, including atmospheric testing, ventilation, and attendant requirements
Never enter confined spaces without proper permits, monitoring, and controls in place
Boiler & Utility Systems (Support Role) Perform routine inspections and basic maintenance tasks on boiler systems and related utilities within scope of training
Monitor boiler operation indicators and report abnormal conditions
Support licensed or certified boiler operators as required
Follow boiler safety procedures and escalation protocols
Wastewater Treatment Familiarity (Support Role) Demonstrate working knowledge of onsite wastewater treatment processes and system components
Perform basic maintenance or inspections on wastewater equipment as assigned and trained
Identify and report operational issues, alarms, or environmental concerns
Support environmental compliance activities under direction of qualified personnel
Ammonia Refrigeration System Familiarity (OSHA / EPA Awareness) Demonstrate working knowledge of anhydrous ammonia refrigeration systems and associated hazards
Perform maintenance tasks on ammonia systems only within scope of training and authorization
Follow site ammonia safety procedures, PPE requirements, and emergency response protocols
Identify and report ammonia leaks, alarms, or unsafe conditions immediately
Support preventive maintenance, inspections, and documentation for ammonia systems
Comply with applicable OSHA PSM (29 CFR ) and EPA RMP requirements as directed
Safety & Regulatory Compliance Follow all OSHA and site safety requirements, including PPE, hazard communication, and emergency response procedures
Report unsafe conditions, incidents, and near misses immediately
Support FSMA Preventive Controls related to equipment and facility maintenance
Documentation & Recordkeeping (SQF - Records & Verification) Complete maintenance work orders, PM records, inspection logs, and LOTO documentation accurately
Document repairs, parts usage, and equipment status changes
Maintain records required for audits, inspections, and compliance verification
Collaboration & Support Coordinate maintenance activities with production, sanitation, QA, and utilities teams
Support sanitation during equipment teardown and reassembly
Assist with line startups, changeovers, and shutdowns
Attendance & Reliability Maintain regular and predictable attendance
Respond to emergency maintenance calls and work off-shift, weekend, or on-call schedules as required
Marginal (Non-Essential) Functions Assist with installation or modification of equipment and utilities
Participate in continuous improvement, reliability, or capital projects
Support special maintenance or facility initiatives
Required Qualifications Ability to safely perform maintenance tasks following training and authorization
Ability to comply with LOTO, electrical safety, and confined space requirements
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Preferred Qualifications High school diploma or GED; technical or trade school preferred
Prior experience in food manufacturing or regulated environments
Experience with preventive maintenance programs
Designation as an OSHA-defined authorized employee for LOTO
Confined space entry training
Electrical safety or NFPA 70E awareness training
Familiarity with boiler systems and wastewater treatment operations
Experience working in SQF or BRCGS-certified facilities
Physical Demands (ADA-Compliant) Ability to stand, walk, kneel, climb, and work in confined or elevated areas
Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
Ability to use hand tools and powered equipment
Ability to visually inspect equipment, gauges, and controls
Ability to communicate effectively in a manufacturing environment
Work Environment Food processing and packaging facility
Exposure to machinery, electrical systems, confined spaces, and elevated work areas
Temperature variations, including hot, cold, and refrigerated environments
Possible exposure to food allergens, chemicals, lubricants, steam, and wastewater systems
PPE required, including safety footwear, gloves, eye/face protection, hearing protection, arc-rated PPE (as applicable), and protective clothing
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement
Sandridge Crafted Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
ADA / Reasonable Accommodation Statement
Sandridge Crafted Foods complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws. Qualified individuals with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations to enable them to perform the essential functions of this position.
SANDRIDGE CRAFTED FOODS in NEW OXFORD appreciates your interest in joining our Team! Upon receipt of your online application, we will review your resume and contact you if your qualifications appear to meet the essential job functions of the position of which you applied.
Worksite address
oxford, PA, 19363, US
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