Maintenance I - 2nd Shift

Grande Cheese Company; Fond du Lac (WI); On-site; USD 3,000 - 4,000; Full time

Job summary

Grande Cheese Company in Fond du Lac, WI, is seeking a Maintenance I Associate to support the safe, efficient operation of our facility. You will perform general and preventative maintenance, troubleshoot equipment, and help keep production running smoothly on night shifts (6:00 PM – 6:00 AM) and weekend hours.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, basic mechanical skills, and a safety‑minded attitude.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Six months of mechanical, electrical, maintenance, or related technical experience.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to safely use tools, troubleshoot issues, and perform basic equipment repairs.
• Willingness and ability to develop advanced mechanical and electrical maintenance skills through on-the-job training.
• Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, and mathematical skills.
• Basic computer proficiency, including experience using Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine facility and equipment maintenance.
• Support preventative maintenance activities by inspecting, lubricating, adjusting, and replacing components to help maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Document maintenance activities, managing replacement part requests, maintaining a clean and organized work area.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Safety minded

Troubleshooting

Team player

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in Industrial Maintenance

Tools

Industrial maintenance tools

Job description

• $3.00 per hourfor night shift hours (6:00 PM – 6:00 AM)
• $2.25 per hourfor weekend shifts (Saturday and Sunday)

Job Summary

As aMaintenance IAssociate,you’llplayan important rolein supporting the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of our facility by performing general maintenance, preventative maintenance, and equipment repairs. This hands-on position is ideal for individuals who enjoy troubleshooting, working with a variety of tools and equipment, and contributing to a team-focused environment that keeps production running smoothly.

In this role,you’llperform routine facility and equipment maintenance.You’llalso support preventative maintenance activities by inspecting, lubricating, adjusting, and replacing components to help maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.Additionalresponsibilities include documenting maintenance activities, managing replacement part requests,maintaininga clean and organized work area, and ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

We’relooking for dependable individuals with strong mechanical aptitude,a commitmentto safety, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. If you enjoy hands-on work, take pride inmaintaininghigh-quality facilities and equipment, and want to be part of a collaborative team environment, we encourage you to apply.

In Fond du Lac (FDL) you get the full four-season experience – warm in the summer with highs reaching into the 80s and plenty of sunshine for golf, biking, camping and live music under the open sky, and brisk air in the winter with average temps in the 20s and amplesnow for snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, ice fishing and winter festivals. Thegreater FDL area (population 43,000) is easy to get around androughly anhour drive toalmost allmajor metros in the state (Milwaukee,Madisonand Fox Cities/Green Bay).We’vebeen rated“Top 100”in job growth among small U.S. metro areas. Additionally,our cost of living is 4% below the nationalaverageandyou’llpay 21% less for housing, rent and property taxes compared to the restof the country. From wonderful educational partners (public and private K12 schools and three local colleges/universities), a plethora of things to do/see, and a vibrant business and commerce community…learn more about how you can call Fond du Lac, HOME!

What You Need to Be Considered for the Role

• High School Diploma or GEDrequired
• Six (6) months of mechanical, electrical, maintenance, or related technical experience
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to safely use tools, troubleshoot issues, and perform basic equipment repairs
• Willingness and ability to develop advanced mechanical and electrical maintenance skills through on-the-job training
• Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, and mathematical skills
• Basic computerproficiency, including experience using Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Previousmaintenance experience in dairy processing, food manufacturing, or a regulated production environment
• Associate degree in a related field
• Experience withstainless steelwelding, fabrication, or metalworking practices
• Familiarity with preventative maintenance programs and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)

Physical Demands and Work Conditions:

This role requires the ability to regularly lift and move materials, as well as frequent standing, walking, bending, and repetitive motion. The work environment includes exposure to production equipment, refrigerated conditions, and a fast-paced manufacturing setting. Employees are expected to follow all safety, sanitation, and regulatory requirements whilemaintaininga clean and organized workspace.

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Education

Required

High School Diploma or better in Industrial Maintenance.

Preferred

Associates Degree or better in Industrial Maintenance.

Experience

Licenses & Certifications

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