Maintenance Tech (Nights)

Job Type:

RegularThe Maintenance Technician I 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.

Job Description

People are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in working together, speaking honestly, taking ownership, and creating value in everything we deliver. Our culture is built on collaboration, accountability, and a shared commitment to growing stronger together. Joining the team means being part of an environment where people support each other and take pride in making a real impact. 

At Agropur, every role exists to deliver concrete results. What matters is real impact, not the volume of activity. 

An environment that allows you to focus on what truly matters:

• Starting Rate: $30.19/hr

• Two pay increases in the first year up to $1.00

• $1.50 Shift Differential

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance 

• 401(k) with up to a 7% company match 

• 3 Weeks PTO

• Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays

• Advancement Opportunities

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Healthy work/life balance

• Schedule: Nights shift 11pm to 7am Sunday through Thursday

Your role in achieving results:

• 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 production process as needed.
• Prepare and set up machinery for scheduled production runs.
• Effectively perform and assist in repair or updating and installation of equipment.
• Perform troubleshooting of equipment, including both electrical and mechanical systems.
• Complete and update work orders using in-house systems.
• Complete and maintain routine and preventive records and logs. 
• Works closely with production to minimize downtime while maintaining quality.
• Perform buildings and grounds maintenance/up-keep as needed.
• Maintain a working knowledge of all plant area processes.
• Accurately read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• 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 we are looking for to deliver these results:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Maintenance/repair experience or training preferred.
• Mechanical and electrical aptitude 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.
• Accurately scopes out length and difficult of tasks and projects, sets objectives and goals, breaks down work into the process steps, develops schedules and assignments, anticipates and adjusts for problems or roadblocks, measures performance against goals, evaluates results.
• 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.

A role for those who want to contribute to measurable and sustainable results.

AA/EEO – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

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.