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The Food industry covers a series of industrial activities directed at the production, distribution, processing, conversion, preparation, preservation, transport, certification and packaging of foodstuffs. The Food industry mainly consists of four distinct sectors: the farm service sector, the producers sector, the processors sector and the marketers sector. While the major services performed by each sector are distinct, many companies in the food industry have vertically integrated across sector boundaries. Globally, the Food industry reached $3.5 trillion in 2020. Top companies in the Food industry include Cargill, Nestle, Tyson, PepsiCo, and Mondelez.

What are common job types in the Food industry?

Maintenance Technician - A Maintenance Technician is responsible for the upkeep of a facility. They are skilled in a variety of areas including plumbing, carpentry, and electrical systems. Duties include inspecting buildings, maintaining inventory, and scheduling repairs.

Electrical Maintenance Technician - Electrical Maintenance Technicians maintain, repair, install, and upgrade electrical and mechanical equipment, components, tools, and machinery.

Electrical Controls Technician - The duties of an Electrical Controls Technician include installing and repairing electrical systems, calibrating equipment, and inspecting designs for quality control. You get to work on a variety of equipment and devices within the facility.

Production Supervisor - Production Supervisors are in charge of the manufacturing of products and operating projects of goods with topmost efficiency at a reasonable price within specified standards. They are responsible for the overall production line or an entity, like quality control.

Maintenance Supervisor - Maintenance Supervisors direct and organize all activities around building systems, equipment operations, safe production standards, and day-to-day functioning of the machines or tools critical to organizations.

Technical Operator - Technical Operators work to achieve the required quality standards and contribute towards achieving budgeted site performance through the effective control, operation and maintenance of relevant equipment.

Production Operator - Production Operators perform manufacturing operations and processes to foods and beverages, perform packaging, operate machines manually or automatically, follow predetermined procedures, and take food safety regulations on board.

What are the highest paying Food jobs?

Production Supervisors and Maintenance Supervisors are the highest paying careers in the Food industry. Production Supervisors earn about $65K per year, while Maintenance Supervisors earn between $70K-$87K per year, depending on location and experience.

What Food jobs are in demand?

Engineering jobs are in high demand in the Food industry, whether it’s electrical, mechanical, or skilled. Since many Food industry factories run around the clock, engineers must be present at all times to ensure that everything runs smoothly. Engineers in the Food industry require a higher skill set, and therefore the candidate pool is smaller.

Why should one start a career in the Food industry?

Starting a career in the Food industry is a solid choice. The industry is one of the largest industries in the U.S., bringing in $3.5 trillion in 2020. A career in the Food industry has job security and need - everyone eats! - and it is easy to see how a Food industry job serves a greater purpose. As our population expands, the industry will continue to see growth. Lastly, a career in the Food industry helps to solve one of our world’s greatest problems - food consumption - in a real, tangible way.


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Maintenance Technician


Job Ref: # 2085939
Date Posted: 1/12/2026 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Indianapolis, Indiana
Category: Food

Description

As a Maintenance Technician, you’ll play a critical role in keeping advanced production equipment running safely and efficiently. You’ll troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on electro-mechanical systems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Your day-to-day will include:

  • Troubleshooting and repairing electrical and mechanical equipment
  • Preventive maintenance on motors, conveyors, pneumatic systems, and production machinery
  • Working from electrical schematics, diagrams, and technical documentation
  • Diagnosing equipment failures and minimizing downtime
  • Ensuring all work is completed safely and in compliance with plant standards

Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:

  • 2+ years of electro-mechanical maintenance experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment
  • Strong electrical troubleshooting skills
  • Comfortable using a multimeter
  • Experience working with 480V, 3-phase electrical systems
  • Willingness to work nights and 12-hour shifts
  • PLC exposure or industrial controls familiarity

Nice-to-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:

  • Military maintenance backgrounds strongly encouraged
  • Navy: EM, MM, FC
  • Aviation Electrician
  • Similar MOS / AFSC experience
  • Food manufacturing, packaging, or high-speed production experience










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Automation Technician- South Edmeston, NY


Job Ref: # 6889997
Date Posted: 1/7/2026 8:18:20 PM
City, State: New Berlin, NY
Category: Food
Salary: $34 - $49

Description

  • Performs Service tasks, identifies technical problems and makes analysis through remote or on-site activity in any Service categories (installation and commissioning, maintenance, repairs, engineering and consulting, advanced services, extensions, upgrades and retrofits, end of life services, replacements, etc.).
  • Contributes to customer satisfaction by executing Service work according to customer order and expectation. Creates and maintains a good relationship with customers and understands their needs. Identifies new sales opportunities and communicates them internally.
  • Coordinates, prepares and ensures that all materials, parts and equipment are available and at the appropriate quality for Service activities. Prepares all documents and reports to be signed by the customer representative. Reports work done in a timely manner and follows up when needed.
  • Proactively identifies potential equipment failures and requests proactive corrective actions. Troubleshoots equipment failure and makes recommendations to avoid repeating the problem in the future.
  • Proactively identifies suggestions for product and quality improvement and communicates them further in the ABB organization. Provides recommendations to management to improve operations and customer service.
  • Applies safety rules and safe practices as well as environmental responsibilities. Reports unsafe practices and incidents.
 
Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:

  • Rockwell Automation/Allen-Bradley expertise, including troubleshooting and programming PLCs (ControlLogix/CompactLogix), HMIs (PanelView), and FactoryTalk/Studio 5000 systems, along with strong knowledge of industrial networks such as Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, and ControlNet.
  • Advanced controls and instrumentation skills, including sensors, VFDs, servos, motor controls, safety circuits, and 24V–480V electrical systems, with the ability to read schematics and diagnose issues on high-speed processing and packaging equipment.
  • Strong automation maintenance capability, performing preventive/predictive maintenance, root-cause troubleshooting, and ensuring compliance with LOTO, GMP, food-safety standards, and OSHA requirements in a fast-paced production environment.
 
Nice-to-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:
  • Experience with SCADA systems, data collection, and process optimization tools to improve line performance and support continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Background in food or beverage manufacturing environments, including familiarity with CIP systems, sanitary design principles, and GMP best practices.
 
 





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Automation Technician- South Edmeston, NY


Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 8585948
Date Posted: 11/25/2025 12:00:00 AM
City, State: New Berlin, NY
Category: Food
Salary: $34 - $49

Description

  • Performs Service tasks, identifies technical problems and makes analysis through remote or on-site activity in any Service categories (installation and commissioning, maintenance, repairs, engineering and consulting, advanced services, extensions, upgrades and retrofits, end of life services, replacements, etc.).
  • Contributes to customer satisfaction by executing Service work according to customer order and expectation. Creates and maintains a good relationship with customers and understands their needs. Identifies new sales opportunities and communicates them internally.
  • Coordinates, prepares and ensures that all materials, parts and equipment are available and at the appropriate quality for Service activities. Prepares all documents and reports to be signed by the customer representative. Reports work done in a timely manner and follows up when needed.
  • Proactively identifies potential equipment failures and requests proactive corrective actions. Troubleshoots equipment failure and makes recommendations to avoid repeating the problem in the future.
  • Proactively identifies suggestions for product and quality improvement and communicates them further in the ABB organization. Provides recommendations to management to improve operations and customer service.
  • Applies safety rules and safe practices as well as environmental responsibilities. Reports unsafe practices and incidents.
 
Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:

  • Rockwell Automation/Allen-Bradley expertise, including troubleshooting and programming PLCs (ControlLogix/CompactLogix), HMIs (PanelView), and FactoryTalk/Studio 5000 systems, along with strong knowledge of industrial networks such as Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, and ControlNet.
  • Advanced controls and instrumentation skills, including sensors, VFDs, servos, motor controls, safety circuits, and 24V–480V electrical systems, with the ability to read schematics and diagnose issues on high-speed processing and packaging equipment.
  • Strong automation maintenance capability, performing preventive/predictive maintenance, root-cause troubleshooting, and ensuring compliance with LOTO, GMP, food-safety standards, and OSHA requirements in a fast-paced production environment.
 
Nice-to-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:
  • Experience with SCADA systems, data collection, and process optimization tools to improve line performance and support continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Background in food or beverage manufacturing environments, including familiarity with CIP systems, sanitary design principles, and GMP best practices.
 
 





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Service Technician


Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 4051759
Date Posted: 10/22/2025 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Indianapolis, IN
Category: Food
Salary: $28 - $38

Description

Are you mechanically and electrically inclined?  Do you like providing customers with quality service solutions? 

Join our team and become a part of the leading nationwide provider of commercial food equipment service!

  • You will work with customers to electrically/mechanically troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain a variety of commercial food equipment to include cooking, food preparation, ware washers, weigh wrap, baking and refrigeration.
  • You will typically leave from home each morning and work with minimal direct supervision at customer sites.
  • You will meet or surpass weekly productivity and customer-oriented goals while maintaining a high level of customer service.

Qualifications

What you’ll bring to the table:

  • An accredited High School Diploma or GED and 4-6 years of similar electrical/mechanical experience
  • You must have a valid Driver’s License and ability to drive multiple hours daily
  • You should be able to work Overtime and On-Call as required
  • You must be able to attend our industry leading training at our corporate headquarters in Troy, OH

Physical Demands & Work

Environment
  • The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee may:

  • Lift up to 75 lbs with or without assistance
  • Climb up to 10 ft with an A-frame ladder
  • Occasional roof access may be necessary through extension ladders or fixed ladders greater than 20 feet
  • Extensive walking 3-5 miles / day
  • Extensive driving 5-6 hours/day
  • Kneel, squat, bend, push/pull
  • Move in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces
  • Operate motor vehicles or heavy equipment
  • Operate machinery and/or power tools

Working Conditions

  • Office facility and customer facilities (including commercial kitchens of various types of businesses)
  • Exposure to noise, heat, cold, slippery, wet dirty conditions may occur
  • Travel requirement up to 50% of time

Hours of Work

  • Normal business hours with occasional/frequent/extended hours as needed
  • Flexibility with schedule to meet critical deadlines
  • Extended hours may include nights and/or weekends
  • Normal scheduled hours cover early mornings, evenings and/or weekends

Why work for us?

  • Competitive pay
  • Great insurance options with low premiums
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • 401K with company match
  • Extensive on-the-job, online, and classroom training
  • Service vehicle, uniforms, and safety equipment provided
  • Safety-conscious work environment





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Maintenance Technician


Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 3980733
Date Posted: 10/16/2025 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Downers Grove, IL
Category: Food
Salary: $34 - $38

Description

The Industrial Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing plant production machinery and equipment. The role requires strong mechanical and electrical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently to ensure safe, efficient operations.
  • Shift: 12-hour Night Shift | 2-2-3 Schedule (Work every other weekend)
  • Hours: 5:45 PM – 6:00 AM

Key Responsibilities
  • Maintain, repair, and troubleshoot production machinery and industrial equipment.
  • Read schematics, ladder logic, and technical manuals to diagnose issues.
  • Use hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment safely and accurately.
  • Perform precise measurements and tests to meet operational standards.
  • Operate forklifts, scissor lifts, and other industrial equipment.
  • Communicate equipment status and maintenance needs clearly with team members.
  • Submit daily reports using Microsoft Office, SAP, and email.
  • Follow safety programs including HAACP, GMP, and SQF.

Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:
  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Minimum 2 years industrial maintenance experience in manufacturing preferred.
  • Skilled with hand tools, power tools, and measurement instruments.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment
  • Stand, walk, climb, kneel, crouch, crawl regularly.
  • Lift up to 50 lbs; push/pull up to 1500 lbs.
  • Work near moving mechanical parts, vibration, and industrial noise.
  • Use PPE including safety glasses, gloves, earplugs, and approved footwear.







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Maintenance Technician


Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 8622116
Date Posted: 9/3/2025 9:38:02 PM
City, State: Charlotte, NC
Category: Food
Salary: $34 - $39

Description


The Electrician Technician is responsible for maintaining equipment and facilities to ensure safe, productive operation. This role supports continuous improvement, production strategies, and plant reliability in snack food equipment and building maintenance.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform maintenance, inspections, and repairs on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
  • Troubleshoot equipment using root cause analysis (RCA), breakdown failure analysis (BDA), and predictive maintenance technologies.
  • Fabricate or modify machines, tools, or equipment to improve or manufacture products.
  • Use and maintain appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, blueprints, P&IDs, and electrical drawings.
  • Perform facility maintenance including utilities (heat, steam, electric, gas, air) and building systems.
Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:
  • Minimum 4 years of industrial maintenance or electrician experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong mechanical, electrical,pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting skills.
  • Experience with preventative and predictive maintenance.
  • Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
 
 
 





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