Maintenance Technician at Agropur

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Invest in you, Join Agropur as a Maintenance Technician in Little Chute. We dairy you! 

Every other weekend is a 3-day weekend OFF!

Text key word “Agropur” to 608-564-5884 and then text 26558 to apply today!  

How Agropur invests in YOU:   

• Competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package focusing on your physical, financial, and emotional health to include the following perks as well as the standard benefit offerings: 
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance  
  • 401(k) with up to 7% company contributions 
  • 3 Weeks PTO on day 1
  • Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
  • Paid parental leave 
• Advancement Opportunities 
• Healthy work/life balance

What’s involved in this role: 

The Maintenance Technician II performs routine and break down maintenance on processing and packaging equipment and is responsible for keeping the plant running and in compliance with all rules and regulations by using safe methods of equipment repair/upkeep.  The Maintenance Technician II performs repairs as needed by the department, troubleshoots processes, and assists with machine set ups and rebuilds as needed.

For some locations (Little Chute and Weyauwega only), this position may manage and administer the preventive maintenance program.

• Rate of Pay: $34.27 Hourly
• Schedule: Third shift/NIGHTS (2-2-3 schedule, 6p-6am)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Effectively communicate with crew from previous and current shifts.
• Work closely with production Supervisors, line leaders and production crews to answer questions and receive as much information as possible to perform the work successfully. 
• Efficiently perform regular and preventative maintenance related to the plant, equipment, and grounds in compliance with standard operating procedures, good manufacturing practices, and safety policies as enforced by OSHA.
• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment during the packaging/production process as needed.  
• Prepare and set up machinery for scheduled production runs.
• Effectively update and install equipment.
• Work closely with production to minimize downtime while maintaining quality.
• Maintain a working knowledge of all plant area processes.
• Accurately read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders.
• Complete and update work orders using in-house systems. (Little Chute & Weyauwega only)

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform work accurately, reliably, thoroughly, timely, and within safety guidelines.
• Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Safety Protocol
  • Stop any observed unsafe acts and obey facility safety rules and procedures.
  • Correct or report any observed safety hazards.
  • Support safety policies and programs.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

What You Need to Join Our Team:

Education Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical school coursework/Degree in boiler, welding, electrical, HVAC maintenance preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.

Experience Required:

• Minimum two (2) years of maintenance/repair experience in a manufacturing environment required.
• Mechanical and electrical aptitude required.

Certification/Licensure Required:

• None

Skills Required:

• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with managers and colleagues.
• Decisions administered soundly and consistently with policies and in compliance with appropriate laws and regulations.
• Able to follow written, verbal and/or diagrammatic instructions; solve practical problems; interpret verbal and written instructions; logical thinking to solve problems including abstract and concrete variables; address practical problems; comprehend most complex concepts.
• Able to exchange basic informational data (fill out forms/checklists, copy data from one record to another, etc.); interview to gather information; advise others on alternatives/options; coach and counsel others; read, understand and explain technical data.
• Ability to solve problems by adapting knowledge and experience.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision, adapt to a changing environment quickly, and think independently.
• Demonstrate functional and technical knowledge, ability to learn new skills quickly, and achieve a high level of accomplishment.
• Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Basic math plus fractions, decimals and percentages, as well as algebraic calculations.
• Basic computer operational skills; able to input and retrieve computerized information.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively at all levels in a collaborative team environment.
• Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and work to maintain constructive working relationships.

Where you’ll be working:  

• Our Little Chute, WI, plant is home to about 95 employees. This facility is a top manufacturer of IQF sticks that are supplied to the appetizer industry. Next to the plant is our well-known Simon’s Specialty Cheese store, which has about 20 employees. Simon’s is a Wisconsin-themed store, with everything from meats and cheese to clothing and craft spirits. 
• Agropur’s US operations produce 1 billion pounds of quality, award-winning cheese each year. We create more than 20 different varieties and provide whey protein and dry ingredients which are by-products of the cheesemaking process. As one of the world’s largest dairy producers, Agropur partners with some of the most recognizable food, beverage, and nutrition brands to help feed the world. Better Dairy. Better World. Agropurus.com  

We dairy you! JOIN AGROPUR as Maintenance Technician in Little Chute, WI!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and walks of life. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will therefore work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.