Maintenance Mechanic - Food Processing Plant

American Foods Group, LLC; Long Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k)

Disability Insurance

Paid holidays

Ongoing training and career growth

Job summary

Long Prairie Packing Company, LLC, an American Foods Group Company, seeks a Maintenance Mechanic at its Long Prairie, MN plant. You will perform preventive maintenance, basic welding, plumbing, and electrical tasks while ensuring equipment reliability and safety.

Responsibilities include interpreting manuals, maintaining scale equipment, operating forklifts, and completing PMs. Must meet 18+ age, US work eligibility, and training requirements. Competitive pay and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be able to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Must be able to successfully complete training: Safety, SQF, GMPs, HACCP, SOPs, Food defense, SSOPs, Lock out tag out, Forklift, Pallet jack.
• High school diploma or GED.
• 6 months maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Reading drawings and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Identify and locate parts/part numbers from manuals or catalogs.
• Perform basic welding ( TIG; and stick) and assess weld quality.
• Carry out routine preventive maintenance to ensure machines run smoothly and buildings operate efficiently.
• Assemble, install, or repair plumbing and equipment to maintain operations.
• Disassemble or replace defective equipment or parts such as belts or gearboxes.
• Perform basic hydraulics tasks including motor changes and hose work.
• Complete PM sheets and work orders in the EAM system.
• Have basic knowledge of electrical components and operation.
• Assist maintenance on scale equipment and forklift maintenance.
• Notify lead or supervisor of malfunctions or repairs needed.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Reading drawings

Hand & power tools usage

Basic electrical knowledge

Plumbing/mechanical knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Welding equipment (TIG/Stick)

Forklift operation

Pallet jack operation

Job description

Long Prairie Packing Company, LLC, an American Foods Group Company, seeks a Maintenance Mechanic at its Long Prairie, MN plant. You will perform preventive maintenance, basic welding, plumbing, and electrical tasks while ensuring equipment reliability and safety.

Responsibilities include interpreting manuals, maintaining scale equipment, operating forklifts, and completing PMs. Must meet 18+ age, US work eligibility, and training requirements. Competitive pay and benefits offered.