Maintenance Technician

Aurora Dairy; Switzler (MO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPE provided

Free Milk

Night Shift Differential

Tuition Reimbursement and Scholarship

401(K) with company match

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Group Life Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance

Voluntary Short-Term Disability

Voluntary Long-Term Disability

Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness

Job summary

Aurora Organic Dairy in Columbia, MO is seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure proper maintenance and repair of all equipment with a strong emphasis on preventative maintenance. The role requires knowledge of PLC, electrical, refrigeration systems, and process technology to support safe, efficient production.

You will work with the Shift Lead to diagnose, repair, and calibrate equipment, maintain records, and participate in safety and quality programs including HACCP and SQF.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment.
• 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 maintain records and inventory.
• Provide assistance to other team members in the performance of equipment repairs.
• Maintain work areas in accordance with GMP and SQF requirements.
• Work nights and weekends as needed.

Skills

High-speed packaging equipment

Industrial networking

Rockwell Automation

PLCs & VFDs

HMI & RSLinx

Electrical systems

Process technology

Blueprints & wiring diagrams

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

2-year associate or technical degree preferred

Tools

Rockwell Automation

PLC programming tools

Job description

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Maintenance Technician

Columbia, MO, US

Salary Range: $30.00 To $42.00 Hourly

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.

• 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.
• 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.

• 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
• Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Group Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity