Maintenance Technician - 2nd shift Van Wert, OH

Cooper Farms Inc.; Van Wert (OH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Profit sharing

Same-day pay

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Wellness reimbursement

Referral bonus

Job summary

Cooper Farms Inc. in Van Wert, OH is seeking a 2nd shift Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot, prevent, and repair production equipment at the Van Wert Cooked Meats Plant, ensuring continuous operation.

The role includes a $3,000 sign-on bonus paid in installments, shift hours 2:00 pm–10:30 pm, and potential pay increases after 90 days based on experience and tests. Monthly and year-end profit-sharing bonuses are offered.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to work in a cool, damp environment.
• Electrical and mechanical skills required for heavy equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in troubleshooting and repairing machines to ensure ongoing production.
• Perform all assigned preventative maintenance procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of parts used or damaged and complete required paperwork.

Skills

Electrical skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Print reading

PLC

Robotics

VFD

3-phase

Data entry

Job description

Location & Compensation

Location: 6973 US-127, Van Wert, OH 45891, United States

Base Pay: $23.00 - $28.65 per hour

Job Overview

The 2nd shift Maintenance Technician will work at the Van Wert Cooked Meats Plant, assisting in troubleshooting, preventing, and repairing production equipment to maintain continuous operation.

Pay & Benefits

Sign‑On Bonus: $3,000 paid in three installments ($1,000 at 30 days, $1,000 at 60 days, and $1,000 at six months). Rehires qualify a year after termination.

Shift Hours: Monday through Friday, 2:00 pm–10:30 pm

Starting Hourly Rate: $23.00–$28.65, with potential increase after 90 days based on experience and placement test.

Additional Pay: Monthly and year‑end profit‑sharing bonuses (dependent upon company performance).

Responsibilities

• Assist in troubleshooting and repairing machines to ensure ongoing production.
• Perform all assigned preventative maintenance procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of parts used or damaged and complete required paperwork.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to remain on feet for prolonged periods.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and moving up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to work in a cool, damp environment.
• Strong communication, note‑taking, and basic computer skills (data entry, time logging).
• Electrical skills: 480 VAC 3‑phase, VFD, PLC, Robotics, print‑reading, troubleshooting, and root‑cause analysis.
• Mechanical aptitude: print reading/interpretation, mechanical assembly, pneumatics, and hydraulics.

Benefits

• Generous paid vacation immediately after hire.
• Same‑day pay available.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• $300 yearly wellness reimbursement.
• Referral bonus.
• Great deals on Cooper Farms deli and turkey products.