Maintenance Mechanic

PURIS Grains; Harrold (SD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

PURIS Grains in Harrold, SD is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain plant equipment. You will follow safety practices, perform preventive maintenance, and support production goals in a fast-paced food-processing environment.

The role requires hands-on mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic skills, with PLC exposure considered a plus. Strong problem-solving and attendance are valued, with opportunities for shift-based incentives and commuting stipends.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; technical training preferred.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.
• 7+ years manufacturing experience preferred with PLC knowledge a plus.
• Experience with grain handling/processing equipment.
• Experience with welding and air compressors.
• Experience with rigging to move machinery.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain production machines and plant equipment.
• Perform emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment.
• Perform regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment and plant facilities.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders.
• On-Call Maintenance rotation.
• Utilize powered industrial equipment including forklifts and lifts.
• Discuss work orders, equipment malfunctions and task coordination with co-workers.

Skills

Power tools

PLC experience

Mechanical skills

Electrical knowledge

English proficiency

Education

High School diploma or GED

Technical School graduate

Tools

Grain handling equipment

Rigging equipment

Air compressors

Laser alignment tooling

Pneumatic equipment

Hydraulic equipment

Welding equipment

Job description

Maintenance Mechanic

PURIS Grains Harrold, South Dakota, United States

About this position

Description:

At PURIS, we're dedicated to cultivating a better food system and making a positive impact. How do we do it? By transforming high-quality, USA-made ingredients into essential components for a wide range of everyday products. From cereals and snacks to protein beverages and beyond, our ingredients are powering a healthier future. This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of a growing food industry. You'll work with state-of-the-art engineering and work together with your peers to build a better food future.

Harrold, SD is where our agricultural roots meet cutting-edge innovation. Our Harrold facility is dedicated to maximizing the potential of our crops right from the start, significantly contributing to a stronger, more responsible domestic food system. We're always seeking dedicated team members passionate about problem solving and food processing. We have an unwavering commitment to safety and recognize consistent dedication with attendance rewards and a gas stipend to support your commute.

The Maintenance Mechanic position is responsible for performing highly diversified duties to install, troubleshoot, repair, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electronic equipment. All while maintaining production and facility equipment according to safety, predictive and productive maintenance systems and processes to support the achievement of the site’s business goals and objectives. The Maintenance Mechanic understands and executes safe working practices including the usage of proper PPE.

This position has the potential to earn more based on shift differential, experience, and attendance. We also offer a fuel allowance program for commuting to and from work, a telehealth service that allows employees to make health care appointments with convenience, and an attendance incentive that gives an additional bonus up to $3.75/hr based on perfect attendance.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform highly diversified duties to install and maintain production machines and the plant facility’s equipment.
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.
• Observes all OSHA and facility safety rules and regulations including the use of personal protective equipment.
• Follows all established Good Manufacturing Practices; including an orderly and clean work area.
• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and performs scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service.
• Perform mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting, welding, cutting, soldering, pipe fitting, insulating, carpentry, installing, repair of production machines and repair building issues.
• Position may require regular standing, reaching, bending and continuous motion.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
• Discuss work orders, equipment malfunctions and job task coordination with co-workers.
• Reports all downtime
• Assess whether designs meet technical specifications, performance requirements and regulations.
• Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments.
• Perform regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment and plant facilities.
• Detect faulty operations, defective material and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision.
• Ability to utilize powered industrial equipment; to include forklifts, boom lifts and scissor lifts.
• On Call Maintenance rotation
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education, Experience & Capabilities

• High School diploma or GED required. Technical School graduate preferred
• Must be able to read, write and speak English
• A high degree of judgment is required for this position
• Knowledge of power and hand tools
• 7+ years of manufacturing experience preferred; strong pneumatic, mechanical and industrial skills with PLC experience is a plus
• Experience with grain handling / processing equipment
• Experience with maintenance type welding activities and air compressors
• Experience with rigging equipment to pick and place machinery and parts, fit bearings, align gears and shafts, attach and align motors, connect coupling and belts
• Experience performing predictive and operation maintenance using laser alignment tooling, service and repair hydraulic and pneumatic equipment
• Must have general mechanical knowledge and electrical knowledge
• Software and PLC experience is helpful

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs regularly, and occasionally more with assistance
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for handling tools and machinery
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders as neededComfortable working in varying temperatures (hot, cold, humid)
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) including gloves, safety glasses, hard hats, hearing protection, and steel-toed boots
• Visual and auditory ability to detect safety hazards and machine malfunctions
• Ability to push, pull, squat, kneel, or twist as needed during shift
• Ability to perform repetitive motions consistently and safely
• May be required to sit or operate forklifts or machinery for extended periods

Benefits

At PURIS, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you both personally and professionally. Benefits are effective the first of the month following your hire date. You’ll have access to medical plan options with competitive premiums, along with dental and vision coverage. All Team Members also receive free virtual health care and virtual counseling services. PURIS provides life insurance and short-term disability coverage at no cost to you. To support your long-term financial well-being, PURIS offers a 401(k) plan with a company contribution of 3.5% when you contribute up to 6%. You’ll also enjoy a healthy work-life balance with 80 hours of PTO accrued annually, eight paid holidays, and access to a variety of additional free resources. Join PURIS and experience benefits designed to support your well-being—today and into the future.

Join Our Team

PURIS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are welcome, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The hiring process includes successfully completing a background check, and drug screen. We E-verify all new hires.

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