Maintenance General Worker

Agropur Cooperative; Little Chute (WI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) with company contributions

3 Weeks PTO on day 1

Paid holidays

Floating holidays

Parental leave

Advancement opportunities

Work/life balance

Job summary

Agropur Cooperative operates a maintenance role at its Little Chute, WI plant. The position focuses on keeping equipment running for continuous production, while following safety and GMP standards.

You will troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems, install and repair equipment, and coordinate with production to minimize downtime. Qualified candidates have a high school diploma and at least one year of maintenance experience, with strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of related maintenance experience; mechanical aptitude required.
• Strong verbal and written communication; ability to multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems to minimize downtime.
• Install, update, and repair equipment; work with production for high quality.
• Repair valves, pumps, and basic piping; perform basic electrical wiring as needed.
• Follow safety rules and maintain GMP compliance.
• Maintain knowledge of process areas and document required steps.

Skills

Electrical

Mechanical

Troubleshooting

Safety procedures

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Type: Regular

Rate of Pay: $30.33/hour

NIGHT SHIFT: 6pm-6am, 2-2-3 Schedule Double time on Sundays

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
• 2 pay increases within first year

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.

• 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 Protocol

• Stop any observed unsafe acts and obey facility safety rules and procedures.
• Correct or report any observed safety hazards.
• Support safety policies and programs.

Education Required

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Experience Required

Minimum one (1) year of related maintenance experience preferred. Mechanical aptitude required.

Skills Required

• Communicate well both verbal and in writing with managers and colleagues.
• Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Ability to apply logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Basic computer operational skills; able to input and retrieve computerized information.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrate excellent organizational skills, establish priorities, ability to multitask, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to follow written, verbal and diagrammatic instructions; complete simple checklists and complete required documentation.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision, adapt to a changing environment quickly, and think independently.
• Ability to solve problems by adapting knowledge and experience.
• Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and work to maintain constructive working relationships.

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.

Agropur is an E-Verify Employer (US Operations).

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