Maintenance Technician, 3rd Shift

gpac; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Hands-on equipment work

Growing dairy cooperative

Job summary

gpac LLC. in Western Wisconsin is seeking an experienced Electromechanical Technician to support maintenance operations on dairy manufacturing equipment. You will troubleshoot, repair, and optimize mechanical and electronic systems across production lines to maximize uptime.

You will interpret schematics, install and commission machinery, perform preventive maintenance, and maintain records. A2+ years in related roles, OSHA 10 preferred, and a strong focus on safety and quality are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Mechanical or Electrical Technology with 2+ years of mechanical/electrical repair experience, or equivalent education and experience.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Experience with industrial machinery and computer-controlled systems.
• Strong independent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Understanding of manufacturing safety and quality standards.
• OSHA 10 General Industry training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Maintain and repair electronic and computer-controlled mechanical systems.
• Interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and equipment manuals.
• Install, assemble, and set up production machinery.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Inspect and repair high- and low-pressure steam systems and boilers.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and minimize production downtime.
• Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and repair records.
• Follow safety procedures, GMPs, and SOPs.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Schematic interpretation

Industrial machinery experience

Independent troubleshooting

Safety standards

Education

Associate degree in Mechanical or Electrical Technology

Job description

Electromechanical Technician - Dairy Manufacturing

Location

Western Wisconsin

Compensation

Based on Experience

Employment Type

Full-Time

Company Overview

Are you the technician everyone calls when equipment goes down and they need someone who can figure out why? An established, farmer-owned dairy manufacturer is seeking an experienced Electromechanical Technician to support its maintenance operations. This is an opportunity to use your mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills across a variety of manufacturing systems while helping keep production equipment running safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Maintain and repair electronic and computer-controlled mechanical systems.
• Interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and equipment manuals.
• Install, assemble, and set up production machinery.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Inspect and repair high- and low-pressure steam systems and boilers.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and minimize production downtime.
• Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and repair records.
• Follow safety procedures, GMPs, and SOPs.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Mechanical or Electrical Technology with 2+ years of mechanical/electrical repair experience, or equivalent education and experience.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Experience with industrial machinery and computer-controlled systems.
• Strong independent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Understanding of manufacturing safety and quality standards.
• OSHA 10 General Industry training preferred.

What's in It for You?

• Pay is $36-45 per hour + $3 shift differential
• Hands-on work with mechanical, electrical, and computer-controlled systems.
• Variety of technical challenges and equipment.
• Opportunities to participate in equipment installation and upgrades.
• Ability to make a direct impact on equipment reliability and production.
• Work for an established dairy cooperative that is growing and investing in equipment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.