Maintenance Technician

Agropur Cooperative; Hull (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

401(k) with company match

3 Weeks PTO

Paid holidays

Floating holidays

Advancement Opportunities

Work-life balance

Job summary

Agropur Cooperative is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform routine and breakdown maintenance on processing and packaging equipment, ensuring the plant runs safely and in compliance with OSHA regulations.

The role requires hands-on mechanical and electrical aptitude, with 2+ years of manufacturing maintenance experience and relevant technical education. Candidates should be prepared to work on a 2-2-3 schedule at our Iowa facility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• Technical/vocational training in boiler, welding, electrical, or HVAC maintenance is preferred.
• Minimum two years of maintenance/repair experience in manufacturing.
• Mechanical and electrical aptitude required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and breakdown maintenance on processing and packaging equipment.
• Repair and troubleshoot to minimize downtime and support production.
• Maintain preventive maintenance program and keep logs and records up to date.
• Perform electrical wiring and basic electrical/mechanical tasks as needed.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Electrical aptitude

Mechanical aptitude

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical school coursework/degree (boiler, welding, electrical, HVAC)

Job description

Job Overview

Job Type: Regular Working at Agropur means contributing to something bigger than yourself, in service of communities. People are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in working together, speaking honestly, taking ownership, and creating value in everything we deliver. Our culture is built on collaboration, accountability, and a shared commitment to growing stronger together. Joining the team means being part of an environment where people support each other and take pride in making a real impact. An environment aligned with a clear mission.

Compensation and Benefits

Starting wage of $29.01-$33.39 DOE. Two pay increases within the first year up to $1.00 and $1.50. Shift Differential and Double Time on Sundays and Holidays. 2-2-3 Rotational Schedule.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with up to a 7% company match
• 3 Weeks PTO
• Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
• Advancement Opportunities
• Healthy work/life balance

Responsibilities

• The Maintenance Technician performs routine and break down maintenance on processing and packaging equipment and is responsible for keeping the plant running and in compliance with all rules and regulations by using safe methods of equipment repair/upkeep.
• The Maintenance Technician performs repairs as needed by the department, troubleshoots processes, manages and administers the preventive maintenance program, and assists with machine set ups and rebuilds as needed.
• Efficiently perform regular and preventative maintenance related to the plant, equipment, and grounds in compliance with standard operating procedures, good manufacturing practices, and safety policies as enforced by OSHA.
• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment during the production process as needed.
• Prepare and set up machinery for scheduled production runs.
• Effectively perform and assist in repair or updating and installation of equipment.
• Perform troubleshooting of equipment, including both electrical and mechanical systems.
• Complete and update work orders using in-house systems.
• Complete and maintain routine and preventive records and logs.
• Works closely with production to minimize downtime while maintaining quality.
• Perform buildings and grounds maintenance/up-keep as needed; including snow removal, changing light bulbs and filters, etc.
• Maintain a working knowledge of all plant area processes.
• Accurately read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders.
• Effectively perform electrical wiring (switches, outlets, starter, motor leads, etc.).
• Effectively communicate with crew from previous shift and with the crew of the following shift.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Technical school coursework/Degree in boiler, welding, electrical, HVAC maintenance preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.
• Minimum two (2) years of maintenance/repair experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Mechanical and electrical aptitude required.
• Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.

Diversity and Inclusion

Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation.

Additional Information

In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.

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