Industrial Maintenance Worker

Agropur, inc.; Little Chute (WI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with up to 7% company match

3 weeks PTO on day 1

Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays

Paid parental leave

Advancement opportunities

Healthy work/life balance

Job summary

Agropur, inc. seeks a Maintenance General at our Little Chute, WI plant. The role keeps the plant running in compliance with safety and GMP standards, performing electrical and mechanical maintenance, piping and valve work, and safe chemical handling.

The position operates on a 2-2-3 night schedule (6pm–6am) with a starting rate of $30.33 per hour plus a $1.50 night shift premium and two pay increases within a year. Enjoy strong benefits and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems.
• Ability to install, update and repair equipment.
• Comfort with night shift schedule and two-week cycle.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot equipment for electrical and mechanical systems.
• Install, update and repair equipment.
• Work closely with production to minimize downtime while maintaining high quality.
• Repair or replace valves and pumps (seals, steams, O rings, seats, bearings, etc.).
• Perform basic electrical wiring (switches, outlets, starter, motor leads, etc.).
• Perform basic pipe fitting as directed.
• Handle all equipment and chemicals safely.

Job description

Job Type:RegularPeople are at the heart of our success. Our culture encourages collaboration, transparency, and accountability in order to generate value and achieve sustainable results. Being part of the team means committing to an environment where everyone's impact truly matters.

At Agropur, accountability means owning challenges and taking concrete action to achieve results.

An environment that empowers you to take action:

• Starting Rate: $30.33 hourly
• Night Shift Premium $1.50/hour
• Schedule: 2-2-3 NIGHTS, 6pm - 6am
• Two pay increases within a year, up to $1.00
• Sunday Double Time
• Competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package focusing on your physical, financial, and emotional health to include the following perks as well as the standard benefit offerings:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) with up to 7% company contributions
  • 3 Weeks PTO on day 1
  • Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
  • Paid parental leave
  • Advancement Opportunities
  • Healthy work/life balance

What you'll be responsible for each day:

The Maintenance General position is responsible for keeping the plant running and in compliance with all rules/regulations by using safe methods of equipment repair and upkeep.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot equipment for electrical and mechanical systems.
• Install, update and repair equipment.
• Work closely with production to minimize downtime while maintaining high quality.
• Repair or replace valves and pumps (seals, steams, O rings, seats, bearings, etc.) as needed.
• Perform basic electrical wiring (switches, outlets, starter, motor leads, etc.) as needed.
• Perform basic pipe fitting as directed.
• Handle all equipment and chemicals safely.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain a good working knowledge of all process areas in the plant.
• Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Safety ProtocolStop 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.

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

Where you'll be working:

• Our Little Chute, WI, plant is home to about 140 employees. This facility is a top manufacturer of IQF sticks that are supplied to the appetizer industry. Next to the plant is our well-known Simon's Specialty Cheese store, which has about 20 employees. Simon's is a Wisconsin-themed store, with everything from meats and cheese to clothing and craft spirits.
• Agropur's US operations produce 1 billion pounds of quality, award-winning cheese each year. We create more than 20 different varieties and provide whey protein and dry ingredients which are by-products of the cheesemaking process. As one of the world's largest dairy producers, Agropur partners with some of the most recognizable food, beverage and nutrition brands to help feed the world. Better Dairy. Better World. Agropurus.com

An environment that values engagement and encourages everyone to take initiative.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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.