Maintenance Technician

Puratos; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 83,097,000 - 117,482,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Medical coverage starts first of month

Overtime pay

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

The Maintenance Technician at Puratos USA is responsible for mechanical troubleshooting and preventive maintenance across the Kenosha plant, collaborating with production and quality teams to keep operations running smoothly.

This role offers a $2,000 sign-on bonus and a daytime shift (7:00 am–3:30 pm, Mon–Fri), with opportunities to support engineering projects, work with sanitary systems, and utilize CMMS/SAP for maintenance and purchasing tasks.

Qualifications

• 5+ years hands-on mechanical maintenance experience.
• Experience working around sanitary systems.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and controls equipment.
• Maintain production output with the team.
• Support engineering projects across the plant.
• Operate and repair Steam, Refrigeration, and Wastewater systems.
• Fabricate components, tools, and equipment.
• Complete PM work without production interruption as directed.
• Ensure safety in all actions.
• Maintain CMMS; manage work orders, requisitions, and inventory.
• Use SAP for purchase requisitions.

Skills

Sanitary systems

Pumps & gearboxes

Steam & boilers

Electrical systems & PLCs

Fabrication & welding

CMMS & SAP

Tools

Forklifts & material handling equipment

Job description

TheMaintenance Technicianis responsible for mechanical troubleshooting and preventive maintenance across the manufacturing plant. This role collaborates closely with production and quality teams to ensure continuous operation and timely repairs.

Earn a $2,000 Sign-On Bonus! Bonus payments are distributed as you reach key employment milestones: $750 at 3 months, $500 at 6 months, $250 at 1 year, and $500 at 2 years.

Shift: 7am-3:30pm Mon-Friday

Primary Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and controls equipment
• Work closely with production and quality teams to maintain production output
• Provide resources and support to help the engineering team execute projects efficiently throughout the plant
• Operation, troubleshoot, and repair of Steam, Refrigeration, and Wastewater systems
• Fabrication of components, tools and equipment
• Execute and complete PM (Preventative Maintenance) work without production interruptionas directed by Maintenance Supervisor and Lead
• Direct actions as necessary to ensure safety
• Maintain CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System); work order entry, completions, requisitions, inventory
• Utilize SAP for completing Purchase requisitions

Requirements:

• 5+ years of hands‑on mechanical maintenance experience
• Experience working on and around Sanitary Systems
• Experience with troubleshooting and repairing mechanical equipment working with pumps, gearboxes, and steam traps
• Experience fabricating components, tools, and equipment;Ability to operate material handling equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks, etc.)
• Boiler Experience – Blue or Black Seal Boiler License is a plus
• Desire and ability to learn about new and existing processing systems
• Ability to lift 50lbs andcomfortable working at elevated heights
• Food Manufacturing and GMP Environment Experience preferred
• Ability to work on electrical systems preferred;motors, drives, PLC’s, temperature, flow and other control instruments and devices
• Stainless Steel and Sanitary Welding skills is a plus
• Physical Demands: Frequently lift up to 50 lbs, occasionally lift up to 75 lbs;occasional sitting, climbing/balancing, squatting, crawling, push/pull, and gripping; frequent stooping/twisting, kneeling, reaching, constant standing, walking, visual acuity (near/far)
• Environmental Conditions: Occasional exposure to uneven ground, working at heights, and biohazards; frequent exposure to excessive noise, extreme temperatures, dust/fumes; constant exposure to hazards and machinery

The following common allergens are processed in our facilities: wheat, eggs, dairy, and soy.

Looking for a Career for Good?

We offer a competitive compensation and benefit package, designed to promote aHappier, Healthier Youwhich includes:

Compensation:

• Compensation for this role is hourly and will be based on your experience, skills, and location, with a typical hourly range between $29.00-41.00/hr
• Additional compensation availabe through overtime pay, quarterly incentive program, referral bonuses, and other company policies
• Medical coverage starts the first of the month—no waiting period
• Immediate 401(k) eligibility with fully vested matching contributions
• Over 5 weeks of paid time off in your first year
• Free life coaching, onsite health exams, and 24/7 access to Registered Nurses
• Lifestyle Spending Account

If you are a solution oriented and analytical thinker with a passion for leading and inspiring people, we invite you to experience the magic of being yourself and join us for “a career for good.”

Grow Your Career At Puratos USA

At Puratos USA, we offer a wide range of career opportunities across our HQ, innovation centers, production facilities, and distribution sites nationwide. Our commitment to safety, health and wellbeing, collaboration, and the latest technology ensures that our employees can innovate and thrive. Headquartered in Pennsauken, NJ, with locations in Boston, Chicago, Kenosha, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, and Seattle, we create pathways for career development and impactful contributions within the company, industry, and the communities we operate in.

We are a People First organization driven by our values and Puratos magic culture. Join us to drive positive change through food innovation for good.

At Puratos, we create innovative food solutions for the health and well‑being of people everywhere. As the global leader in bakery, patisserie and chocolate ingredients, we help our customers to be successful with their business, by turning technologies and experiences from food cultures around the world into new opportunities.We are more than 10.000 employees in over 80 countries and a consolidated turnover of 3 billion euros (in 2023). Our passion for innovation, a pioneering spirit and the unique Puratos culture drive our solid growth and vision for the future This, along with our commitment to our local communities, is what makes working at Puratos so magical.