Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician I

The Maintenance Technician I plays a key role in ensuring maximum operating efficiency of production machinery and facility equipment on the night shift. This role focuses on maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to support a highly automated cheese packaging operation, while adhering to strict safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

• Respond promptly to production requests and provide immediate attention to equipment issues and problems that impact production.
• Perform routine and corrective maintenance on production machinery and facility equipment to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime.
• Maintain accurate records of all preventive maintenance activities in accordance with established procedures.
• Create requisitions for parts, equipment, and supplies needed to properly maintain and repair machinery and facility systems.
• Assist other maintenance personnel as needed, collaborating to resolve complex mechanical and electrical issues.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems using blueprints and technical documentation.
• Support PLC troubleshooting activities as needed to maintain automated production equipment.
• Follow all stated safety policies and procedures when performing any assignment or job task.
• Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and policies and procedures outlined in the Safe Quality Food (SQF) program.
• Produce work that supports products exceeding customer and consumer expectations for quality and value.
• Apply a fundamental understanding of manufacturing processes when diagnosing equipment problems and making repair decisions.
• Use basic computer skills to document maintenance activities and access relevant maintenance and production information.
• Comply with OSHA regulations and facility safety standards while working in the production environment.

• High School diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of maintenance experience and/or training.
• Fundamental understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Entry-level experience and knowledge of production machinery and equipment.
• Basic understanding of mechanical systems used in production environments.
• Basic understanding of electrical systems and electrical troubleshooting.
• Basic understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to make decisions based on standard practices and established procedures.
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations and safe work practices.
• Basic computer skills for documenting maintenance work and accessing system information.
• Ability to read and work from blueprints and technical diagrams.
• Ability to perform troubleshooting and repair tasks on industrial equipment.
• Willingness to work night shift in a production facility.

• 1 year or more of experience in food manufacturing environments.
• Experience working in a highly automated packaging facility.
• SAP experience for maintenance or production-related activities.
• Experience working with ammonia refrigeration systems and Process Safety Management (PSM).
• Exposure to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) programs.
• Experience with PLC troubleshooting in an industrial setting.
• Background in industrial electrical troubleshooting and maintenance repair.

Employees benefit from a strong culture of ownership and engagement, supported by great benefits, a bonus program, and a stock plan that allows team members to share in the company’s success. The organization offers 13 days of paid time off to start, promoting work-life balance and time for rest and personal priorities. A focus on culture and shared ownership creates a collaborative environment where employees feel valued and invested in the future of the business.

This role is based in a highly automated cheese packaging facility where the average plant temperature ranges from approximately 50 to 60 degrees, requiring comfort working in a cool production environment. The facility is expanding and adding a new addition that will double headcount, reflecting a growing and dynamic operation. Work is performed on the night shift around industrial machinery and automated equipment, following strict safety, GMP, SQF, and OSHA guidelines. The environment emphasizes a strong culture of collaboration and ownership, with employees having part ownership in the company, and requires appropriate attire suitable for a cool, food-production setting and adherence to all plant safety and hygiene requirements.

This is a Permanent position based out of Hiram, OH.

The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $70000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Medical Choose between two comprehensive medical plans offered through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield. Available options include a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) and a High Deductible Health Plan/Health Savings Account (HDHP/HSA). Health Care FSAs let you contribute tax-free dollars through paycheck deductions to help pay eligible health care and day care expenses for eligible dependents. Human tooth Dental Choose between two affordable dental offerings through Delta Dental of Ohio. Eye glasses Vision Elect vision coverage through VSP and receive access to annual allowances and discounts for frames, lenses, contacts, and safety prescription eyewear. An umbrella Life Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance is provided through New York Life at no cost to you at one times your annual salary. Additional coverage is available for you and your eligible dependents as a voluntary election. Person in a wheelchair Disability Company-paid short-term disability is available if you become disabled due to a sickness or injury. Voluntary long-term disability coverage is also available to protect your income in the event you are unable to work for an extended period. Hands piled on top of one another Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Through the company’s ESOP, you are a part owner of Great Lakes Cheese. This means that you play a significant role in the company’s success, and receive a share of the rewards. Based on profitability, the company can make an annual contribution toward your account. Over time, your account balance can grow from annual contributions and earnings from company valuation and performance of our managed fund of publicly traded stocks. The Plan has a 6-year graduated vesting schedule. Computer screen with a graph being shown 401(k) Participate in the 401(k) program through Principal to achieve your long-term retirement goals. Choose to contribute pre-tax or Roth post-tax. Select your investments to grow your retirement savings. All funds in the 401(k) are 100% vested immediately. A house with a heart inside Paid Personal Time Full-time employee-owners are granted Paid Personal Time based on the number of years worked. Other personal time-off programs include Bereavement Leave, Parental Leave, and Unpaid Personal Time. A calendar Holidays We observe six paid holidays: Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Years Day. Full-time employee-owners receive pay if worked full day schedule before and after holiday. Two hands with a heart between them Employee Assistance Program Employee-owners and their families have free access to resources related to personal and work-life matters.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Hiram, OH.