Maintenance Mechanic 1

Ventura Foods; Albert Lea (MN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement savings

Employee appreciation events

On-the-job training

Shift differential

Job summary

Ventura Foods in Minnesota is seeking a Maintenance Technician to keep equipment and facilities operating at peak performance. This on-site, third-shift role focuses on installation, repair, overhaul and preventative maintenance of production equipment.

You will train line personnel, troubleshoot malfunctions, and uphold Food Safety policies while working within our safety programs. The job offers strong pay, shift differentials, on-the-job training, and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Technical school training or equivalent industrial experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and mechanical drawings.
• Knowledge of electrical, pneumatics, hydraulics, and power transmissions.
• Experience in maintaining equipment and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, overhaul and preventative maintenance of equipment.
• Train line personnel and supervision to maximize equipment performance.
• Troubleshoot, inspect, test and diagnose malfunctioning equipment.
• Follow Food Safety policies, SQF, FSMA and related preventive controls.

Skills

Mechanical concepts

Reading blueprints

Electrical knowledge

Pneumatics & hydraulics

Troubleshooting

Education

Technical school training or equivalent experience

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Employment Type: Hourly
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Shift: Third

Position Summary:

Maintain equipment and facility so maximum performance is derived from all systems.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Install, repair, overhaul and perform preventative maintenance of equipment.

2. Provide training and assistance to line personnel and supervisory staff in maximizing equipment performance.

3. Troubleshoot, inspect, test, and diagnose malfunctioning equipment.

1. Responsible for following all Food Safety policies, procedures and regulatory criterion including the current SQF code, Good Manufacturing Practices, and the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) and associated Preventive Controls and safety programs

Education and Experience:

Technical school training or equivalent experience and previous experience in an industrial environment is preferred.

Knowledge and Skills:

Must be able to understand mechanical concepts, processes, and able to read blue prints. Demonstrated ability to use hand and power tools commonly used in electrical and mechanical trades. Working knowledge of electrical, pneumatics, hydraulics, power transmissions and other general mechanical systems.

Why Join Us:

Ventura Foods innovates and manufactures food solutions for foodservice and retail businesses. We make exclusive products for the world's most iconic restaurants and retailers, we provide ready-to-go product solutions for professional kitchens, and we make consumer brands everyone knows and loves. When you work for Ventura Foods, you get a strong foundation of training, a manager who cares about you and celebrates your success, a safe environment, and challenging work. As part of our team, your future is limited only by how much you’re willing to push yourself to get there. We invest in your growth because you invest in ours.

Ventura Foods offers career growth opportunities as well as competitive compensation and benefits:

• Retirement savings options
• Employee Appreciation Events and Employee Assistance Programs
• On-the-job training
• Our maintenance pay scale ranges from $25.53-$39.53 per hour, depending on relevant skills, education, certifications, and experience, as outlined in our Maintenance Skill Flex Program. This program enables Ventura Foods to offer competitive wages tied to performance, provide clear career progression opportunities, and ensure annual hourly rate increases for eligible employees. Certain shifts are eligible for a shift differential of $0.25/hr or $0.85/hr.

Physical Demands:

All jobs require sufficient physical strength and dexterity to perform the required task(s) and typically also require at a minimum: intermittent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds or more with assistance may also be required. Please see the job description for specific requirements.

Work Environment:

Please see the job description for specific requirements of the position for which you are applying.

Typical shifts are 8-12 hours per day. Additional unscheduled time after hours and on weekends may also be required. Employees must be willing and able to wear personal protective equipment as required by Company policy and/or legal requirements. In addition, certain jobs may require employees to:

• Work outside and/or in adverse temperatures which could include extreme heat, cold, and humidity;
• Be exposed to vibrations, chemicals used in operations, fumes and food allergens (may include soy, dairy and other allergens); and
• Be required to work in confined and dark spaces, and at heights in excess of 18 feet.

Our Culture

Our Culture reflects our commitment to treating every employee with respect and creating an environment where people can do their best work. We rely on a variety of strengths, backgrounds, and experiences across our teams to help us innovate, grow, and deliver for our customers. By fostering a workplace that is supportive, collaborative, and grounded in integrity, we continue to attract strong talent and meet the high expectations of a rapidly evolving marketplace.

Ventura Foods is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.