Maintenance Technician

Shearer's Foods; Perham (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Job summary

Shearer’s Foods is seeking a Maintenance Technician to keep production machinery running efficiently in a safety‑conscious environment. The role covers setup, installation, repair, and preventive maintenance of manufacturing equipment, with a focus on continuous improvement and reliability.

The position requires completion of a craft apprenticeship or equivalent, Ramsay Skills Assessment, and at least 3 years of manufacturing experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and PLC exposure.

Qualifications

• Completion of a craft apprenticeship or an equivalent number of years of education and production maintenance experience preferred.
• Successful completion and qualifying scoring on Ramsay Maintenance Skills Assessment.
• 3 years of manufacturing experience; strong hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical and industrial skills with some PLC experience; experience with mechanical systems and troubleshooting.
• Ability to work within an integrated operating enterprise.
• Ability to manage priorities and multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to perform calibrations, installation and maintenance of process and analytical instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Performs highly diversified duties to install and maintain production machines and the plant facility’s equipment.
• Performs scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service.
• Provides emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment.
• Performs simple machinist duties and responsibilities.
• Performs mechanic skills including mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting, and repair of production machines.
• Reads and interprets equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
• Diagnoses problems, replaces or repairs parts, tests and makes adjustments.
• Performs regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment, and plant facilities.
• Performs a variety of plumbing maintenance and carpentry functions.
• Uses hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties.
• Detects faulty operations and reports those to supervision.
• Complies with safety regulations and maintains clean and orderly work areas.

Skills

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Mechanical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

PLC experience

Education

Craft apprenticeship or equivalent

Tools

Electric meters

Lubrication techniques

Machinery alignment tools

Job description

With a strong focus on innovation, service, quality, and sustainability, Shearer’s has been awarded the food industry’s highest award for environmental sustainability, as well as multiple Supplier of the Year awards.

Operating 16 locations across North America and employing more than 5000 team members, Shearer’s is driven by its core values of People, Grow, Impact and Win. The company mission is to deliver exceptional products and services that make snacking a time to celebrate for our customers, colleagues, and community.

At Shearer’s Foods, we believe in a skills-first approach to recruitment and employment. This means focusing on what you can do and how you can grow, rather than traditional metrics alone. We are committed to adhering to anti-exclusion practices, removing barriers to access, and enhancing opportunities for all individuals based on merit and potential. Your skills, experience, and perspective are valuable—and we want to empower you to make your mark here with us.

Maintenance Technician

End of Week Nights 7PM-7AM Thursday/Friday/Saturday + every other Wednesday

Pay: $24.95-$34.95 DOE (determined by Ramsay testing)

PLUS $3.00/hour shift differential

The Maintenance Technician maintains the efficiency of machinery and equipment in a continuous improvement-based environment, while also creating and maintaining a safe work environment. Position is responsible for setting up, installing, repairing, and maintaining production/manufacturing equipment and machinery. Inspects equipment for proper functioning and performs preventative maintenance duties per manufacturer's specifications. Diagnoses equipment malfunctions and makes repairs or adjustments as needed.

• Performs highly diversified duties to install and maintain production machines and the plant facility’s equipment.
• Performs scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service
• Provides emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment
• Performs simple machinist duties and responsibilities
• Performs mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting, and repair of production machines
• Reads and interprets equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service
• Diagnoses problems, replaces or repairs parts, tests and makes adjustments
• Performs regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment, and plant facilities
• Performs a variety of plumbing maintenance and carpentry functions
• Uses a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties
• Detects faulty operations and defective material; reports those and any unusual situations to proper supervision
• Complies with safety regulations and maintains clean and orderly work areas

Qualifications

• Completion of a craft apprenticeship or an equivalent number of years of education and production maintenance experience preferred
• Successful completion and qualifying scoring on Ramsay Maintenance Skills Assessment
• 3 years of manufacturing experience; strong hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical and industrial skills with some PLC experience; experience with mechanical systems (e.g., gear boxes, chains, sprockets, motors, seals, bearings), product manuals (e.g., reading and applying knowledge to make repairs), troubleshooting mechanical breakdowns (pinpointing and fixing breakdowns), and reading mechanical drawings (e.g., hydraulics, pneumatics)
• Ability to work within an integrated operating enterprise
• Ability to manage priorities and multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to perform calibrations, installation and maintenance of process and analytical instrumentation.
• Ability to work a variable schedule
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics
• Ability to perform mechanical work, valve replacement, conveyor bearing and chain replacement, motor/gearbox replacement, lube routes

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to walk and stand for a prolonged period of time
• Must be able to use hands, arms, and fingers to handle, feel, and reach
• Must be able to sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Must be able to climb or balance
• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Vision Requirements

• Close vision
• Distance vision
• Peripheral vision
• Depth perception
• Ability to adjust focus

Working Conditions

The Maintenance Technician position is located in a manufacturing environment, which includes:

• Exposure to high temperatures
• Fumes or airborne particles
• Moving mechanical parts and vibration

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.