Maintenance Technician

Land O'Lakes, Inc.; Richmond (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Land O’Lakes, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Technician III for the 2nd shift (2:00 PM–11:30 PM, Monday–Friday). You will maintain facility and production equipment, covering mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems to support Purina Animal Nutrition plants across the United States.

The role emphasizes safety, timely task completion, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment. Must have basic computer and math skills, ability to read manuals, and a willingness to learn and

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Basic computer and math skills required.
• Able to read, write, comprehend, and follow instructions and manuals.
• Willingness to learn new skills, solve problems, and troubleshoot.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills; respectful to colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Complies with all safety processes and safety practices.
• Shows up on time, meets deadlines, and adapts to changes.
• Monitors plant machinery for proper operation and performs preventive maintenance, repairs, tests, and inspections; documents work.
• Ensures standard operating procedures are followed.
• Able to multi-task and perform in a fast-paced environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Math skills

Reading & writing

Willingness to learn

Team collaboration

Strong communication

Attention to safety

Job description

Maintenance Technician Role Focus: Maintenance Technician III

Pay: $33.00 per hour plus Shift Differential: $1.00 per hour Shift & Working Hours: 2nd Shift; 2:00 PM to 11:30 PM Monday - Friday; Weekends/Overtime/Holidays as needed. In this role, you’ll be a key member of our Land O’Lakes, Inc. manufacturing team, performing maintenance of the facility and production equipment to ensure our plants can add value and quality to the inputs and creation of final high-quality products. You’ll be responsible for the installation, ongoing maintenance, and necessary repairs for the facility and the production equipment. You will work with a variety of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems and controls. Join our team to become part of a member-owned co-op that is Rooted In Tomorrow. This role is part of our Purina Animal Nutrition business who serves producers and animal owners throughout the United States. We innovate the nutrition products and practices that unlock the full potential of every animal for a healthier, more productive life.

Key Responsibilities:

• Complies with all safety processes and insists on safety practices of self and others
• Shows up on time, completes tasks by deadlines, and adapts to changes quickly
• Monitors performance of plant machinery and equipment for proper operating performance; performs regular and preventive maintenance, repairs, diagnoses, tests, troubleshoots, and inspections on all machinery and equipment; documents work accordingly
• Ensures all standard operating procedures are followed
• Able to multi-task and keep up with demands in a fast-paced environment
• Other duties as assigned

Required Experience and Skills:

• Must be 18 years or older
• Basic computer and math skills
• Able to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions and product manuals
• Willingness to learn new skills, problem-solve and troubleshoot
• Strong collaboration, communication skills, and is always respectful

Preferred Experience:

• 1 to 3+ years’ experience working with basic electrical systems, compressors, welding, plumbing, conveyers, hydraulics, packaging, PLC, pneumatics, preventive maintenance, and pumps.
• LOTO experience

Physical Requirements:

• Able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds
• Frequent movement including walking, standing, bending/stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms, lifting, climbing and other active movements
• Performing duties while wearing personal protective equipment
• Working in temperature zones that include cold and/or hot environments for extended periods and may include areas where dust and chemicals are present

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list. We provide a broad portfolio of benefits to keep you and your family at your best. Land O’Lakes is Where Your Future Takes Root. Land O’Lakes and our global entities support diversity in employment practices.