Maintenance Technician - 3rd shift

Location: 6973 US-127, Van Wert, OH, 45891, United States Base Pay: $24.00 - $28.00 / Hour Job Category: Maintenance Contact Information Name: Holly Manz Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Description Cooper Farms is a family‑owned farm and food company based in Northwest Ohio for 85 years. A commitment to teamwork and quality has made us one of the top turkey, hog and egg companies in the U.S. and awarded the company and its team an excellent reputation. Our Van Wert Cooked Meats Plant in Van Wert County, Ohio creates, cooks, and slices some of the highest quality deli products on the market for brands you know and trust. Cooper Farms is currently seeking a Maintenance Technician for 3rd shift to join our team in Van Wert. $3,000 SIGN-ON BONUS (Sign‑On Bonus to be paid as $1,000 at thirty days, $1,000 at sixty days and $1,000 at six months. Rehires qualify a year after termination.) SHIFT HOURS Sunday through Thursday or Monday through Friday 10:00pm-6:30am STARTING HOURLY RATE $24.00-$28.00 with a potential increase after 90 days (dependent upon experience and placement test) ADDITIONAL PAY Monthly and year-end profit-sharing bonuses (dependent upon company performance) Job Functions Assisting in troubleshooting and fixing machines so that production can continue to run Performing all assigned preventative maintenance procedures Keeping record of all parts used and/or damaged and accurately completing all required paperwork Requirements Electrical skills: 480vac 3-phase, VFD, PLC, robotics, print-reading troubleshooting and root-cause analysis High mechanical aptitude: print reading and interpretation, mechanical assembly, pneumatics and hydraulics knowledge Good communication and note‑taking skills Must be 18 years of age Ability to be on feet for prolonged periods of time Must have the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move up to 100 pounds Must be able to work in a cool, damp environment Benefits Generous paid vacation immediately after hire Same day pay available Medical, dental, vision and life insurance 401(k) plan with company match $300 yearly wellness reimbursement Great deals on Cooper Farms deli and turkey products Summary Cooper Farms consistently works to be more than a workplace to our team members. We provide numerous opportunities to earn and grow with the company. Apply today to learn what "More Than A Workplace" really means! #J-18808-Ljbffr