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This opportunity is located within our AFB International business, the global science and technology leader in pet food palatability. We develop and produce a full range of liquid and dry palatability enhancers using high-quality ingredients proven to optimize companion animal response and consumption. Click here (http://afbinternational.com/about/) to learn more.

Job Description

Join AFB as a Maintenance Mechanic — Where Your Skills Keep Our Mission Moving

At AFB, Our People Matter. It’s the cornerstone of who we are and how we operate. As a Maintenance Mechanic, you’ll play a crucial role in keeping our operation running safely, smoothly, and efficiently—directly supporting the production of high-quality products that improve the lives and well-being of animals every day.

This is more than a maintenance job. It’s a chance to work with a team that values you, supports your growth, and rewards your expertise.

What You’ll Do

As a Maintenance Mechanic, you’ll take ownership of installing, repairing, and maintaining a variety of machinery and mechanical systems. Every day brings new challenges and opportunities to problem-solve, hands-on. You will:

+ Complete maintenance repairs and work orders with precision

+ Perform routine preventative maintenance to keep equipment running at peak performance

+ Inspect machinery for potential malfunctions using visual and sound-based diagnostics

+ Use a wide range of hand and power tools

+ Collaborate with team members in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

+ Maintain and troubleshoot boilers, mechanical systems, and electrical systems

+ Set up and install high-speed mechanical seals

+ Troubleshoot electrical circuits, control systems, motors, and electro-pneumatic systems

+ Conduct daily wastewater testing and document results

+ Provide excellent internal customer service and support

We operate with a safety-first mindset—always. You’ll uphold essential safety practices such as lockout/tagout, confined space entry, proper PPE use, ladder safety, GMPs, food defense procedures, and more.

What We’re Looking For

You’ll thrive in this role if you are mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, and committed to getting the job done right the first time. Ideal candidates bring:

+ 2–5 years of maintenance mechanic experience

+ High School Degree or equivalent

+ Knowledge of electrical circuits, safety codes, food plant safety standards, and NFPA 70e

+ Experience with computers and microprocessor systems (Microsoft Word & Excel preferred)

+ A proactive, problem-solving mindset and dedication to safe work practices

Why You’ll Love Working at AFB

We truly believe our people are our greatest strength—and we back that up with industry-leading benefits and a supportive culture.

When you join us, you’ll enjoy:

+ Above-market wages

+ Annual bonuses based on individual and company performance

+ 401(k) with exceptional company matching (up to 6%)

+ Comprehensive health coverage—medical, dental, and vision

+ Annual wellness credits of $600–$1200

+ Generous paid time off

+ Paid parental leave (12 weeks for birth parents, 6 weeks for non-birth parents)

+ Company-paid short- and long-term disability

+ Tuition reimbursement to support your career growth

+ Provided uniforms

+ A supportive workplace where your contributions have real impact

Be Part of Something Meaningful

If you're ready for a role where your mechanical expertise and dedication help make a positive difference every day—while building a rewarding career—we’d love to have you on our team.

Apply today and grow with AFB—where your work matters, and you matter.

AFB International is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.

Ensign-Bickford Industries, (http://e-bind.com) (EBI), founded in 1836, is a privately-owned high technology conglomerate that participates in businesses that are relevant to the future of the world and have multigenerational growth prospects. As One EBI, we innovate in science and technology for the safety, health, and well-being of society, creating exceptional long-term value.

Watch the video above to learn more about some of the incredible challenges we take on every day to deliver the best product for our customers, and ultimately the world.

Ensign-Bickford Industries (EBI) is a global science and technology organization with unparalleled leadership positions in attractive industries and markets. We are EBI, positioned to take on some of the world's most complex technological and scientific challenges in diagnostics, pet food science, and aerospace and defense.

Click here to learn about our Core Values (https://ensign-bickfordind.com/ebi-core-values/)

We conduct business in a manner that reflects the highest human and ethical standards. With that commitment to mutually beneficial partnerships and a belief in the efficacy of genuine economic and social service, this cornerstone is the foundation of who we are as a company and our winning vision.

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