Maintenance Mechanic: Hands-On Plant Tech + Benefits

American Foods Group; Long Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k)

Disability Insurance

Paid holidays

Career growth & training

Job summary

Long Prairie Packing Company, LLC, an American Foods Group Company, is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic at our Long Prairie, MN plant. You will perform preventive maintenance, welding, plumbing, hydraulics, and basic electrical tasks to keep equipment and facilities in top condition.

The role requires basic tool use, forklift familiarity, and the ability to read drawings, follow SOPs, and complete EAM paperwork.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be able to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Must complete listed training: Safety, SQF, GMPs, HACCP, SOPs, Food defense, SSOPs, Lock out tag out, Forklift, Pallet jack.

Responsibilities

• Identify and locate parts/part numbers from manuals or catalogs (e.g., Cryovac, conveyors, saws).
• Perform basic welding and identify good/bad welds (tig and stick).
• Perform routine preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
• Assemble/install/repair plumbing to keep equipment and facilities in repair.
• Assemble, disassemble, repair, or replace defective equipment or parts.
• Perform basic hydraulics and electrical component knowledge.
• Complete paperwork in EAM system (PM sheets, work orders).
• Assist in maintenance on scale equipment and basic forklift maintenance.
• Notify lead or supervisor of malfunctions or repairs needed.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Reading drawings

Safety mindset

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Precision measuring tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

Long Prairie Packing Company, LLC, an American Foods Group Company, is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic at our Long Prairie, MN plant. You will perform preventive maintenance, welding, plumbing, hydraulics, and basic electrical tasks to keep equipment and facilities in top condition.

The role requires basic tool use, forklift familiarity, and the ability to read drawings, follow SOPs, and complete EAM paperwork.