Maintenance Technician - Golden Hippo

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We’re Looking For A: Maintenance Technician

Location: Richfield, WI

Shift: 3rd (10pm - 6:30am)

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Performs preventative maintenance on mechanical systems and machines to include disassembly, cleaning, reassembly, and calibration in partnership with the Supervisor, Maintenance
• Observes and tests the operation of machinery and equipment to diagnose malfunctions, utilizing necessary testing equipment
• Assist in the planning, coordinating, and implementation of special projects, equipment installations, and routine maintenance
• Operates newly repaired machinery and equipment to verify the adequacy of repairs completed
• Records repairs, maintenance, parts and materials used, and order new parts and materials as necessary
• References facility floor plan and manufacturers’ manuals to determine correct installation and operation of equipment
• Examines parts and equipment for defects and excessive wear
• Apply a variety of methods, procedures and techniques to layout, install, align, repair, overhaul and maintain various types of machines and equipment

Preferred Qualifications (Note: These are preferred and not required. We strongly encourage you to apply even if you don’t tick ALL of these boxes.):

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• 2-3 years of mechanical and electrical background
• 2 years of facilities maintenance experience
• Experience working in the pet food or food production industry (preferred)
• HACCP experience (preferred)
• Occasionally lift or move machinery, equipment, or parts up to 50 pounds

Award-Winning Perks & Benefits: 

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage – We cover 100% of premiums for medical, dental, and vision plans for employee-only plans.
• Through our charity sponsorships, you can make a positive impact on communities worldwide. We’ve donated over $6.1 million to date.
• 6 paid sick and mental health days, an Employee Assistance Program, and additional mental health benefits, because we take a holistic approach to your well-being. 
• We match up to 3.5% of your 401k contributions, ensuring your retirement savings grow alongside your career. 
• Invest in your future with our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, where company contributions fund your retirement plan with company stock. Learn more.
• Tuition reimbursement program, which reimburses eligible tuition expenses up to specified amounts, empowering you to invest in your ongoing growth and development. 
• Company events, like our team picnics and ice cream socials, designed to cultivate connections and enhance work-life balance.

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