Maintenance Technician 2nd Shift - $5,000 Sign-On Bonus

Sargento; Hilbert (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading cheese manufacturer as a Maintenance Technician on 2nd shift in Hilbert, Wisconsin. This role involves preventative and predictive maintenance of manufacturing equipment, ensuring safety and quality standards. Enjoy a $5,000 sign-on bonus and a culture focused on problem-solving and continuous learning, with comprehensive benefits including medical, 401K, and tuition assistance.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical

Onsite wellness center

Top-tier 401K

Tuition assistance

Access to employee store

Qualifications

• 3+ years of manufacturing experience in electrical and mechanical maintenance.
• Must stay current with Wisconsin electrical licensing CEUs if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and replace mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic parts.
• Maintain a safe working environment following GMP practices.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Leadership

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in a related field

Tools

Control systems

Power systems

Electronic devices

Job description

Maintenance Technician 2nd Shift - $5,000 Sign-On Bonus

Join us as a Maintenance Technician on 2nd shift at Sargento in Hilbert, Wisconsin, with a $5,000 sign-on bonus. We offer relocation assistance!

Role Overview

Provide preventative and predictive maintenance, including troubleshooting, repair, rebuild, and component replacement for electrical and mechanical systems. The primary focus is to ensure safety, quality, and production standards are met by maintaining manufacturing equipment. Additional skills details are available in the Maintenance Technician Skills Matrix.

Work Schedule

2nd shift, 2pm-10pm.

Our Culture & Benefits

At Sargento, we value inquisitive problem-solvers who thrive independently and contribute to team success. We foster a culture of continuous learning and community involvement. Benefits include comprehensive medical, onsite wellness center, top-tier 401K, tuition assistance, and access to our employee store.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe working environment following GMP practices.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and replace mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic parts.
• Use predictive maintenance tools and document findings.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and root cause analysis.
• Train and support team members.

Qualifications & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of manufacturing experience in electrical and mechanical maintenance or an associate’s degree in a related field.
• Proficiency in control systems, power systems, and electronic devices.
• Strong soft skills: teamwork, communication, leadership, and adaptability.
• Must stay current with Wisconsin electrical licensing CEUs if applicable.

About Sargento

With over 2,400 employees and nearly $1.8 billion in sales, Sargento is a family-owned leader in cheese manufacturing, known for innovation and quality. Based in Plymouth, WI, we produce sliced, shredded, and snack cheeses, along with ingredients and sauces. Learn more at https://careers.sargento.com/us/en.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion, and compliant with all federal employment laws.