Maintenance Technician — 12-Hour Shifts, Growth & Training

Saputo Cheese USA, Inc.; White Bear Lake (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Competitive pay & benefits

Community involvement

Job summary

Saputo Cheese USA, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure optimal performance and reliability of manufacturing equipment at our Minnesota facility.

The role involves electrical and mechanical repairs, preventive maintenance, and strict adherence to safety and GMP standards. Minimum 3 years of maintenance experience (or 2 years with related technical training) and ability to read schematics are required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years maintenance experience or 2 years with relevant technical training
• Proficient in single-phase electrical systems and motors
• Advanced knowledge of three-phase electrical distribution systems
• Able to read electrical schematics and troubleshoot control circuits
• Skilled with electrical testing instruments (continuity testers, amp meters, voltage testers)
• Strong mechanical aptitude with complex repairs and adjustments
• Able to interpret equipment and parts manuals and identify replacement parts
• Capable of preventive maintenance on electrical and mechanical systems

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical systems across plant equipment.
• Document all work completed in the daily shift report.
• Log parts usage and notify supervisors of low stock.
• Perform general building maintenance and repairs as needed.
• Repair single-phase and three-phase power distribution systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment control wiring and electrical systems.
• Inspect equipment and take corrective actions within the scope of a Class B Technician.
• Follow safety procedures, GMP standards, and repair best practices.
• Execute assigned equipment repairs and preventive maintenance independently.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Electrical systems

Mechanical aptitude

Reading schematics

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Saputo Cheese USA, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure optimal performance and reliability of manufacturing equipment at our Minnesota facility.

The role involves electrical and mechanical repairs, preventive maintenance, and strict adherence to safety and GMP standards. Minimum 3 years of maintenance experience (or 2 years with related technical training) and ability to read schematics are required.