Maintenance Technician - New Openings

Maintenance Technician

Klondike Cheese Co. is searching for Maintenance Technicians to join our team! We're growing - new openings! $2,000 Sign On Bonus!

The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for all aspects of production support including mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, repairs, preventative maintenance, and project work.

Responsibilities include:

• Repairs to all plant equipment and building facilities.
• Preventative maintenance of production, packaging, and sanitation equipment.
• Technical information review for effective troubleshooting and repair.
• Electrical trouble shooting and repair.
• Daily maintenance of all plant equipment as needed.
• Emergency repairs to equipment/machinery in breakdown situations.
• Installation of mechanical and electrical components.
• Inspection and maintenance of material handling equipment.
• Inspection and repair of mechanical systems air, steam water and refrigeration.
• Pump inspection and repair.
• Recordkeeping of all preventative maintenance, repair and parts used.
• Assist janitorial staff if they have an issue they cannot resolve.
• Responsible for prompt and effective response and resolution to work orders.
• Operate special maintenance equipment like welders, grinder, jigs, etc.
• Read and understand electrical and mechanical prints and/or flowcharts to verify correct set up and usage.
• Request all replacement parts and/or equipment needed to keep production running efficiently.
• Install and repair electrical apparatus such as transformers, wires, etc. to set up or repair equipment.
• Install and repair pipe systems, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment to keep facility and equipment running efficiently and safely.
• Build, fabricate, and weld special mechanical parts and devices to keep equipment running properly and efficiently.
• Assist in the maintenance and operation of wastewater treatment system, including wastewater irrigation and terrace dosing.
• Perform general sanitation of the maintenance department by organizing supplies, tools, keeping area neat, clean, and safe.
• Responsible for exterior snow removal as needed, and other additional duties assigned by Management.
• Must understand and follow procedures for DNR/WDA/USDA/FDA/OSHA.

Shifts: Openings on 3rd shift

Pay: Based on experience - will pay more for skilled workers!

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, or two years training in a technical field.
• 3-5 years of maintenance experience preferred; food production industry preferred.
• Experience with preventative maintenance and safety procedures/programs.
• Experience with or knowledge of production equipment, including mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Experience with or knowledge of mechanical systems, including drive chains, timing belts, gear boxes, bearings, and lubrication.
• Ability to manage and prioritize a high volume of work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to understand complex verbal and written instructions, and Basic math and computer skills required.
• Good audit technique and follow up.
• Ability to write brief reports and log documentation.
• Ability to multitask and follow-up on employees on assigned tasks.
• Physical requirements include standing 80%, walking 20%, lifting up to maximum of 50 lbs., bending 20%, reaching 40%, reaching above shoulder 10%, pushing less than 5%, lifting up to 5 lbs. 15%, lifting 6 10 lbs. 20%, lifting 21 25 lbs. 20%, lifting 26 50 lbs. 15%, and lifting over 50 lbs. 1%.
• Carrying up to 5 lbs. 5%, carrying 6-10 lbs. 10%, carrying 11 20 lbs. 15%, carrying 21 25 lbs. 10%, carrying 26 50 lbs. 5%, and carrying 51 100 lbs. 1%.

How to Apply:

Please go to the company website, to complete an application online, click on the Careers tab to navigate to open positions. If you are unable to complete an application online, paper applications may be picked up in our Main Office at W7839 State Road 81, Monroe, WI 53566, anytime Monday through Friday, 7:30am-4:30 pm (excluding holidays).

Klondike Cheese Co. complies with federal and state disability laws. Reasonable accommodations are provided for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities, unless doing so would cause an undue hardship. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io.