Maintenance Engineer: Path to Process Engineering

gpac

Saint Paul (MN)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

44 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Birthday off

Strong retirement contributions

Healthcare coverage

Job summary

GPAC seeks a Maintenance Engineer for its technical applications team in the Minneapolis area. You will troubleshoot, maintain, and optimize milling and food processing equipment, supporting product development, trials, and customer interactions.

The role offers growth into Process Engineering or Technical Applications, with exposure to advanced processing systems, automation, and cross-functional collaboration with engineering and operations teams.

Qualifications

3+ years of maintenance experience in a food, beverage, or industrial manufacturing environment.
Experience troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems.
Familiarity with PLCs, automation systems, and industrial controls.
Ability to read electrical schematics and equipment layouts.
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Customer-focused mindset and strong communication abilities.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and automation-related equipment issues.
Support equipment setup, changeovers, and preventative maintenance activities.
Assist with customer trials and product testing initiatives.
Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and technical documentation.
Work with PLC-controlled equipment and automated processing systems.
Follow SOPs and ensure equipment is properly configured for testing and production activities.
Identify opportunities for equipment reliability and process improvements.
Partner with engineering, operations, and technical teams to support customer success.