Plant Maintenance/Millwright - Swing Shift

Denali is the leading organic recycling company on a mission to unlock the power of unused food and organics, transforming them into resources to feed, fuel and replenish the earth. Our work is essential to keeping water clean, reducing the need for new landfill capacity, building soil fertility, helping farmers be more resilient, and reducing society’s reliance on fossil fuels. Denali provides meaningful and measurable change for any business that handles food, creating value with our scalable solutions across the nation. Our services and products touch thousands of acres and businesses, millions of tons of organic material, and nearly every person who purchases and consumes food in the U.Plant Operations Technician
Position Type: Full-Time
Operations
Hourly
1 for 1st shift and 2nd for 2nd shift
At Denali, we are more than a leading organic recycling company—we are innovators in sustainability, committed to replenishing the Earth by repurposing waste. We transform organic materials into sustainable solutions that help preserve water quality, improve soil health, reduce reliance on landfills, and support agricultural communities.
This is a safety-sensitive position requiring a clear mind, sound judgment, and constant attention to safe work practices. Employees are responsible for protecting their own safety and the safety of coworkers, customers, and visitors.
The Plant Operations Technician supports the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of plant equipment and processing systems. This hands-on position is responsible for monitoring daily production, operating industrial machinery, performing inspections, troubleshooting minor equipment issues, maintaining a clean facility, and assisting with preventive maintenance.
The ideal candidate is dependable, mechanically inclined, comfortable working outdoors and around organic materials, and able to work independently while supporting the overall plant team. This position requires attention to detail, strong communication, and a commitment to safety, environmental compliance, and operational excellence.
Safely operate, monitor, and adjust plant equipment and processing systems.
Start up, operate, and shut down equipment according to established procedures.
Perform routine inspections to identify leaks, unusual noises, excessive vibration, blockages, or other equipment concerns.
Document equipment readings, production activity, downtime, inspections, and maintenance needs.
Immediately report unsafe conditions, spills, equipment failures, or operational concerns to management.
Assist with receiving, processing, transferring, loading, and unloading organic materials.
Operate pumps, valves, hoses, conveyors, screens, grinders, compactors, and other processing equipment.
Collect samples and assist with basic quality-control testing when required.
Use hand and power tools to perform minor repairs, adjustments, and equipment troubleshooting.
Assist maintenance personnel with preventive maintenance and equipment repairs.
Lubricate equipment, replace basic components, clear blockages, and perform other routine maintenance tasks as authorized.
Operate forklifts, skid steers, front-end loaders, or other mobile equipment after receiving proper training and certification.
Maintain work areas, walkways, tools, and equipment in a clean and organized condition.
Use pressure washers, hoses, shovels, brooms, and cleaning equipment to maintain plant cleanliness.
Support spill prevention, containment, cleanup, and environmental-compliance procedures.
Complete inspection forms, production records, maintenance requests, and other required documentation accurately.
Communicate shift activity, equipment conditions, and unfinished work during shift changes.
Follow all company safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, confined-space requirements, and personal protective equipment standards.
Participate in safety meetings, training programs, emergency drills, and continuous-improvement initiatives.
Perform additional operational and maintenance duties as assigned.
High school diploma or GED preferred.
Previous experience in manufacturing, plant operations, industrial processing, agriculture, wastewater, construction, maintenance, or a related field preferred.
Basic mechanical knowledge and ability to identify common equipment problems.
Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, hoses, and cleaning equipment.
Ability to read equipment instructions, safety procedures, warning labels, and operating checklists.
Ability to use a mobile phone, tablet, or computer to complete reports and communicate with management.
Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
Ability to work flexible schedules, overtime, weekends, and holidays when required.
Experience operating industrial processing equipment.
Experience with pumps, motors, valves, hydraulic systems, conveyors, or electrical controls.
Mechanical, welding, plumbing, or electrical experience.
Experience operating forklifts, skid steers, loaders, or other heavy equipment.
Familiarity with preventive maintenance programs.
Knowledge of lockout/tagout and other industrial safety procedures.
Experience working in organic recycling, wastewater treatment, agriculture, food processing, or environmental services.
Mechanical aptitude and practical troubleshooting ability.
Ability to recognize abnormal equipment conditions and respond appropriately.
Willingness to learn new equipment, technology, and operating procedures.
Ability to work effectively as part of an operations and maintenance team.
Regularly work indoors and outdoors in heat, cold, rain, wind, humidity, dust, and other weather conditions.
Work around organic materials, food waste, wastewater, mud, insects, and potentially unpleasant odors.
Work near moving machinery, vehicles, pumps, pressurized systems, and loud equipment.
Wear required personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, gloves, safety-toe boots, hearing protection, and high-visibility clothing.
Must be able to respond to alarms, equipment issues, and changing plant conditions promptly.
That's why we strive to ELEVATE you to be your best, both at work and at home. they’re part of a broader commitment to helping you thrive in all aspects of life. Here’s how we live out our values every day:

We’re dedicated to doing our part in keeping waste out of landfills, so you can be proud of the work we do together to make a positive environmental impact.
At Denali, you’ll have opportunities to give and receive support not just within the workplace, but within our broader community. This is why we offer an array of benefits that support your overall well-being, from health coverage to work-life balance, because when you succeed, we all succeed.
Comprehensive Medical: Our self-insured medical plans are designed with your health in mind, offering competitive options including copay and HSA plans so you can choose what best suit your health needs.

• Dental & Vision: Keep your smile bright and your vision clear with full coverage for you and your family.
• Generous 401(k) Match: We’re here for your long-term future – we offer a generous 401(k) match of up to 4%, helping you build the foundation for tomorrow.
• Company-Paid Disability & Life Insurance: We’ve got you covered with company-paid Long-Term and Short-Term Disability, as well as AD&D and Life Insurance, giving you peace of mind knowing you’re protected.
• Customize additional coverage for you and your loved ones with our voluntary life insurance options.
• Health Savings Plan: Save on medical expenses with a Health Savings Plan designed for your needs.
• Take time for yourself, your family, and personal matters with generous PTO and Sick Time, including family leave.
• 9 Paid Holidays: Enjoy a well-rounded work-life balance with 9 paid holidays throughout the year.
• Paid Weekly: We believe in rewarding hard work consistently, which is why we offer weekly pay so you can stay on top of your financial goals.
• Employee Assistance Program: Life can be challenging at times, and we’re here to support you with our confidential Employee Assistance Program that offers counseling and resources for a variety of personal and professional needs.
• At Denali, we believe that well-being goes beyond health coverage. Equal Employment Opportunity Policy: It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities for all employees. Accordingly, the Company will not engage in any form of employment discrimination based on race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. 15-18 Hourly Wage