Industrial Maintenance Technician

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People are at the heart of our success. Our culture encourages collaboration, transparency, and accountability in order to generate value and achieve sustainable results. Being part of the team means committing to an environment where everyone’s impact truly matters.

At Agropur, accountability means owning challenges and taking concrete action to achieve results.

An environment that empowers you to take action:

• Starting Pay: $30.33/hour
• Annual Performance Incentive up to $1,000
• Night Shift Premium: Additional $1.50/hour
• Relocation assistance up to $5,000*; certain conditions apply.
• Schedule: 2-2-3 night shift, 6:00 PM–6:00 AM
• Pay Growth: Two pay increases within your first year, totaling up to an additional $1.00/hour
• Sunday Pay: Double time
• Paid Time Off: 3 weeks of PTO starting on day one prorated
• Retirement: 401(k) with up to 7% company contributions
• Health & Protection: Medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance
• Additional Time Off: Paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays
• Family Support: Paid parental leave
• Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement and development
• Work-Life Balance: Benefits and programs designed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being

What you’ll be responsible for each day:

The Maintenance General position is responsible for keeping the plant running and in compliance with all rules/regulations by using safe methods of equipment repair and upkeep.

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical equipment
• Install, update, maintain, and repair plant equipment
• Partner with production teams to minimize downtime and maintain product quality
• Repair and replace valves, pumps, seals, stems, O-rings, seats, bearings, and related components
• Perform basic electrical work, including switches, outlets, starters, and motor leads
• Complete basic pipe fitting as needed
• Safely handle equipment and chemicals
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and all plant safety procedures
• Identify, correct, and report safety hazards and support facility safety programs
• Develop a strong working knowledge of plant processes and equipment

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.

This Maintenance General Worker role offers more than an hourly wage. With a $30.33 starting rate, $1.50/hour night premium, Sunday double time, two pay increases during your first year, 3 weeks of PTO from day one, and up to 7% company 401(k) contributions , you’ll have a strong total rewards package while building your maintenance skills and growing your career.

Where you’ll be working:

• Our Little Chute, WI, plant is home to about 140 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 

An environment that values engagement and encourages everyone to take initiative.

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 origins. 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 work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.  Agropur uses artificial intelligence technology to assist our recruiters in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position.

In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.