Maintenance Technician

Aurora Organic Dairy; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Milk

401(K) with match

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Company Holidays

Job summary

Aurora Organic Dairy is seeking a Maintenance Technician to oversee preventive maintenance of all plant equipment and repairs. The role requires knowledge of PLCs, Rockwell systems, HVAC controls, and electrical/mechanical systems, and involves working with high-speed packaging equipment at our dairy facility.

The position emphasizes safety, GMP/SQF compliance, and collaboration with the maintenance team to ensure uptime, quality, and efficient operation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; two-year associate or technical degree preferred.
• Experience with high-speed packaging equipment.
• Education and/or experience supporting industrial networking.
• Education and/or experience with Rockwell Automation, PLCs and VFDs.
• Education and/or experience programming or altering PLCs, HMI, VFD, and RSLinx.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and report deviations from HACCP & SQF programs to supervisor.
• Inspect, diagnose and repair plant equipment.
• Diagnose and repair computerized control systems, including HVAC.
• Weld, fabricate, and assemble parts for industrial equipment.
• Perform general shop and building maintenance and keep records/inventory.
• Assist teammates in equipment repairs.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Blueprints & diagrams

Industrial wiring

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2-year technical degree

Tools

Rockwell Automation

PLC/VFD programming

HMI & RSLinx

Job description

About Aurora Organic Dairy

Aurora Organic Dairy is committed to delivering organic dairy integrity, from cow to carton, to everyone, everywhere. Guided by our focus on animals, people, and planet, we produce high-quality organic dairy products while caring for our cows, supporting our employees, investing in our communities, and operating with responsible stewardship. Our team is driven by values that include organic commitment, compassion, teamwork, excellence, transparency, entrepreneurial thinking, and stewardship. At AOD, every role contributes to meaningful work that supports safe, high-quality food, a respectful workplace, and a more sustainable future.

Purpose

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring proper maintenance and repairs of all equipment with a strong emphasis on preventative maintenance.

Essential Responsibilities

• All plant personnel have the responsibility to monitor and report any deviations from our Food Safety and Food Quality (HACCP & SQF) programs to their immediate supervisor.
• Inspect, diagnose and repair all plant equipment.
• Knowledge of PLC, mechanical, electrical, refrigeration systems and process technology.
• Diagnose and repair computerized control systems, including HVAC. Weld, fabricate, and assemble parts for industrial equipment.
• Perform general shop and building maintenance and repairs, and maintain all associated records and inventory.
• Provide assistance to other team members in the performance of equipment repairs.
• Perform other tasks as scheduled and assigned by the Shift Lead.

Other Required Responsibilities

• Participate in training fellow maintenance team members and other plant employees.
• Ensure open communication with all team members to support workplace effectiveness.
• Maintain professionalism in handling work situations.
• Work with immediate supervisor on any specific/required skill development.
• Maintain work areas in accordance with established standards, i.e., GMP and SQF requirements.
• Work safely and comply with all aspects of the AOD Employee Safety Manual.

Skills And Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; two-year associate or technical degree preferred.
• Experience with high-speed packaging equipment.
• Education and/or experience supporting industrial networking.
• Education and/or experience supporting Rockwell Automation, PLCs and VFDs.
• Education and/or experience programming or altering programs in PLCs, HMI, VFD, and RSLinx.
• Education and/or experience installing and calibrating industrial sensors and meters (level, temperature, pH and flow).
• Good communication skills with a strong work ethic and the ability to multitask.
• Ability to use blueprints, wiring diagrams and manufacturer’s installation manuals to complete assigned projects and repairs.

Physical Requirements

• Must be comfortable working with electrical equipment and high-speed packaging equipment.
• Noise level requires hearing protection.
• Must be comfortable working at heights.
• Must be able to regularly stand, sit, use hands and fingers, reach with arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl around equipment.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs [frequently / occasionally].
• Ability to work in varying temperature conditions, often in wet and/or humid conditions.
• Must be able to work nights and weekends.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Aurora Organic Dairy is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, business needs, and our commitment to fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace.

Benefits

• Company provided PPE (boots, uniforms, cold weather gear, gloves, hearing protection, safety glasses)
• Free Milk
• Night Shift Differential
• Tuition Reimbursement and Scholarship Program
• 401(K) plans with company match
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Group Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Company Holidays
• Floating Holidays
• Personal Leave
• Family Care Leave
• Costco Membership Reimbursement