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MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN
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Posted on: Nov 06, 2026
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Rossville, Tennessee
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Onsite
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Full-time
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Job Title :
MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN
Job Type :
Full-Time
Job Location :
Rossville Tennessee United States
Remote :
No
Job Description :
Job Description
Job Description
MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN
Automation Personnel Services is looking for a Mechanical Technician for a company based in Rossville, TN. In this role, the Mechanical Technician in food manufacturing keeps plant equipment running safely to minimize costly downtime. This role is responsible for enduring all repairs and maintenance meet strict food safety, workplace, and hygiene regulations.
Automation Personnel Services is looking for a Mechanical Technician for a company based in Rossville, TN. In this role, the Mechanical Technician in food manufacturing keeps plant equipment running safely to minimize costly downtime. This role is responsible for enduring all repairs and maintenance meet strict food safety, workplace, and hygiene regulations.
Pay Rate
$38.00 - $45.00 per hour (depending on experience)
$38.00 - $45.00 per hour (depending on experience)
Schedule and Hours
Willing to work flexible hours, weekends, or off-shifts (2nd or 3rd shift) to support a 24/7 production facility. (Should expect to be on call 24/7)
Willing to work flexible hours, weekends, or off-shifts (2nd or 3rd shift) to support a 24/7 production facility. (Should expect to be on call 24/7)
Mechanical Technician Duties and Responsibilities
- Execute scheduled preventative maintenance (PM) plans and respond rapidly to equipment breakdowns on the production floor.
- Diagnose and repair complex mechanical issues on core bakery machinery, including conveyors, mixers, slicers, ovens, and packing lines.
- Perform system overhauls by rebuilding vital components such as pumps, gearboxes, and pneumatic or hydraulic cylinders.
- Assist production operators in setting up, adjusting, and changing over machines for different product runs to optimize workflow.
- Troubleshoot equipment issues efficiently during shifts to ensure high operational performance and minimize production delays.
- Adhere strictly to OSHA safety guidelines, company safety policies, and lockout/tagout (LOTO) protocols.
- Follow strict food safety standards, such as SQF (Safe Quality Food) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), ensuring machinery is properly sanitized and completely safe for food contact after maintenance tasks.
- Complete precise data entry by logging all repairs, parts used, and equipment modifications into a CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System).
Mechanical Technician Qualifications and Requirements
- Highschool diploma or GED equivalent.
- Technical degree or diploma in industrial maintenance, mechatronics, or equivalent on-the-job mechanical experience.
- Previous maintenance experience in a food manufacturing or production facility is highly preferred.
- Strong working knowledge of power transmission elements, bearings, gearboxes, and pneumatics/hydraulics.
- A natural ability to troubleshoot equipment irregularities and make out sound, safe judgments under pressure.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively across production and engineering teams.
Job Type
Full-time, temporary
Full-time, temporary
Benefits
- Weekly Pay
- Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
- 40 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours
- 6 paid Holidays after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours
401(k) Retirement Plan
Automation Personnel Services is the only staffing agency specializing in manufacturing and industrial roles that offers 401(k) matching to all eligible contingent and temporary associates.
Automation Personnel Services is the only staffing agency specializing in manufacturing and industrial roles that offers 401(k) matching to all eligible contingent and temporary associates.
Click Apply Now to submit your application or call us at 901.751.2323 to learn more. You can also apply in person at our office located at:
Automation Personnel Services Memphis Branch
1250 N. Germantown Pkwy
Suite 121
Cordova, TN 38016
1250 N. Germantown Pkwy
Suite 121
Cordova, TN 38016
Bonus Opportunity!
We are also offering a $50.00 referral bonus. Both employee and referral must stay on assignment for 30 days to receive the payout.
We are also offering a $50.00 referral bonus. Both employee and referral must stay on assignment for 30 days to receive the payout.
About Automation Personnel Services
Automation Personnel Services is a highly recognized staffing agency with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing and light-industrial staffing. Our accolades include:
Automation Personnel Services is a highly recognized staffing agency with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing and light-industrial staffing. Our accolades include:
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Position Details
Posted:
Nov 06, 2026
Reference Number:
930c47ed
Employment:
Full-time
City:
Rossville
Job Origin:
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