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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 itâ€™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 worldâ€™s greatest problems - food consumption - in a real, tangible way.

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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

Description

Shift: 12-hour Night Shift | 2-2-3 Schedule (Work every other weekend)

Hours: 5:45 PM – 6:00 AM

Job Summary

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.

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.

Qualifications

• 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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Electrical Assembler

Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 641488
Date Posted: 10/8/2025 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Renville, Minnesota
Category: Food

Description

The Electrical Assembler is responsible for laying out, constructing, and assembling various electrical and electromechanical components with minimal supervision. The role includes reading and interpreting schematics, BOMs, ladder logic diagrams, and layout drawings; sizing and routing wiring, conduit, and other components; performing quality inspections; supporting ISO-9001 standards; and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. The assembler works safely, efficiently, and collaboratively within the plant environment.

Key Job Accountabilities

Assembles
Electrical and electromechanical assemblies according to schematic diagrams, specifications, and regulatory codes. Plans layouts for control cabinets, sensor placement, actuators, and routing of conduit and cable.

Sizes and Installs
Wiring, contacts, circuit protection, conduit, junctions, and other components according to NEC code requirements and design specifications.

Troubleshoots and Corrects
Improper mechanical or electrical assembly, reporting unresolved issues to the Team Leader. Recommends changes or improvements to circuits and devices as needed.

Performs Quality Assurance
Inspects assemblies and documents results, maintaining ISO-9001 compliance and adherence to safety and environmental procedures.

Supports Continuous Improvement
Participates in Lean initiatives, providing ideas for process, product, and procedure improvements.

Operates Tools and Equipment
Uses hand, power, and pneumatic tools common to the trade; learns to operate overhead cranes and forklifts safely.

Collaborates
Works in other areas of the plant as required and supports team objectives while ensuring effective communication and adherence to safety protocols.

Requirements

Basic Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent
3-5 years of related experience
Ability to perform moderate to heavy physical labor (lifting up to 100 lbs occasionally, 50 lbs constantly)
Daily physical activity including walking, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, pushing, pulling, and lifting
Visual acuity to operate motor vehicles or heavy equipment
Skilled in reading circuit diagrams, schematics, ladder logic diagrams, BOMs, production schedules, and blueprints
Skilled in operating hand, power, and pneumatic tools
Working knowledge of electrical theory and practice, including electric motors, motor starters, contactors, relays, circuit breakers, fusing, PLCs, and sensors
Working knowledge of ERP systems, including Glovia and rework database
Experience or exposure to Lean concepts
Effective team player

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with NEC code requirements and interpretation

Benefits: Full comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision insurance; PTO; paid training, and more

Company Description
A global leader in climate control solutions for mission-critical processes. Through innovative technologies, the company creates optimal environments for demanding industrial and agricultural applications, ensuring precise control of humidity, temperature, and air quality. Their systems support industries ranging from battery and pharmaceutical production to data center cooling and food production, while optimizing energy and water use.

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Electrical Assembler

Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 1231395
Date Posted: 10/8/2025 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Renville, Minnesota
Category: Food

Description

Provide technical assistance in the design, application, installation, and troubleshooting of equipment line controllers.
Serve as a point of contact with associated personnel inside and outside the company at various levels including engineering and sales support.
Recommend materials and designs based on special customer requirements.
Maintain knowledge of equipment changes and installation techniques.
Provide after-sales technical support and service as required, including on-site visits to support electrical installations if necessary.
Work with engineering, sales support, and after-sales departments to resolve issues related to equipment function and application.
Analyze regional market demand, collect feedback and customer requests, develop new solutions, and initiate regional product development.
Develop documentation, manuals, and additional material to support products and provide training.
Perform detailed review of project specifications, schedules, and design drawings.
Recommend product improvements to ensure ease of installation and improved function.
Develop testing and troubleshooting procedures for installation and operation.
Establish installation standards in collaboration with the after-sales department.
Support all regional offices and training/development programs.
Assist the sales team with special quotations such as spare parts or unique customer requirements.
Perform other projects as assigned.

Requirements:

5+ years of relevant experience
Ability to design wiring diagrams
Experience with AutoCAD
Bachelor’s degree in electrical or electronic engineering
Strong problem-solving skills

Travel: Must be open to 20% travel around the US

Benefits: Full comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision insurance; PTO; paid training, and more

Company Description:
A global leader in climate control solutions for mission-critical processes. Through innovative technologies, optimal climate is created for demanding industrial and agricultural applications where precise control of humidity, temperature, and air quality is essential. By offering cutting-edge climate control systems, operations in a wide range of industries—from battery and pharmaceutical to data center cooling and food production—are secured with improved production quality while limiting energy and water usage.

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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

Description

Compensation: $34.45 - $38.70 with $2.00 Shift Differential
differential

Benefits: Health, dental, vision, 401(k),
wellness programs starting Day 1

Job Summary

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 Haves

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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