Maintenance Technician I - 2nd Shift (S1257)

WellPet, LLC

Saint Paul (MN)

On-site

USD 42,705 - 56,481

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

AD&D

401k

Job summary

WellPet, LLC is seeking a Maintenance Technician I for the 2nd shift to maintain and repair production equipment, ensuring safe and efficient operations on the line.

The role involves troubleshooting injection molding, extrusion, robotics, and conveyors, performing preventative maintenance, and supporting quality and safety programs. A high school diploma and 1–3 years related experience required.

Benefits include medical, vision, disability coverage, life insurance, AD&D, and a 401(k).

Qualifications

High school education required.
1–3 years related field experience.
Ability to read and write English, follow verbal instructions, and perform basic math.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Willing to drive a vehicle during the workday.
Strong math and analytical skills.
Good communication skills (oral and written).
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Computer skills with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc.).
Adaptable and flexible, able to handle changing priorities.

Responsibilities

Provide maintenance for safety and wellbeing of employees and equipment.
Repair and maintain machinery used in production.
Troubleshoot process and automation equipment (packaging, injection molding, extrusion, robotics, conveyors).
Optimize process parameters with production for quality products.
Interpret schematics, blueprints, manuals, work instructions, and other docs.
Inspect products for defects and propose process adjustments.
Perform preventive maintenance and emergency repairs.
Maintain a clean, safe, sanitary work area at all times.
Participate in audits and assist in procedures and corrective actions.
Complete daily maintenance reports and documentation.
Adhere to HACCP plans and GMPs.
Diagnose and resolve PLC-operated packing equipment.

Skills

Reading & writing English

Basic math skills

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration

Self-motivated

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Handheld power tools

Job description

Maintenance Technician I - 2nd Shift (S1257)

2nd Shift: Monday - Friday, 2:00 pm - 10:30 pm OT & Weekends as Needed

$35.00/hour + $1.00 Shift Differential

Medical
Vision
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
Life Insurance
AD & D
401k

About the Wellness Pet Company

The Wellness Pet Company is on a mission to help the next generation of pet parents fulfill a shared life of wellbeing with their pets through a foundation of proven nutrition. We are committed to crafting high-quality pet food, dental chews, treats, and topper recipes that are made with the perfect balance of high-quality natural ingredients paired with the latest scientific research and technologies. As a community of people working together, Wellies are positively obsessed with how to deliver proven health outcomes that pet parents can see and pets can taste. Wellies bring their best to work every day, come ready to collaborate, embrace the hard things, and own their outcomes.

What You’ll Accomplish

Providing upmost care and maintenance for the safety and wellbeing of our employees and equipment.
Repair and maintain machinery used in the manufacture of products
Troubleshoot process and automation equipment, including packaging, injection molding, extrusion, robotics, and conveyors
Optimize process parameters in coordination with production to obtain quality products
Interpret schematics, blueprints, manuals, work instructions, and other technical documents
Inspect products for surface defects and flaws to propose process adjustments
Perform preventative maintenance and emergency repairs as needed
Must maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary work area at all times
Participate in the audits and assist in the development of procedures and corrective actions
Completes all required daily and maintenance reports & documentation
Must adhere to the plant’s HACCP plans
Follows all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s)
Diagnose and resolve PLC operated packing equipment
May be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned

Who We’re Looking For

Team Wellie is a group of people who are truly obsessed with all the best ways about winning for the consumer and the pets they love. And so, we are seeking an individual who:

Always starts with the consumer
Is dedicated to doing it right the first time
Brings their best every day
Has an “all-in” mindset
Embraces the hard things and does them right away
Owns their outcomes
Gives back to their community

Why Wellness Pet?

We care about the wellbeing of our people, their families, and their pets. We treat every Wellie to a best-in-class benefits package, a warm and welcoming environment, and a place where you can learn and grow professionally. More information about what makes us special can be found on our website. The Wellness Pet Company is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We foster an inclusive work environment and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or veteran status.

Position Summary

Properly perform preventative maintenance, while ensuring a proper production flow, to the production lines.

Preferred Experience

Troubleshooting issues with injection molding, extrusion, robotics, and automation equipment.
Optimize equipment process settings to create consistent product
Assist production operators on basic troubleshooting
Installation, removal, and storing of molds based on production schedule
Automation adjustments (speeds, feeds, timing, etc.) of packaging equipment
Install water lines, airlines, hot runners, or other machine utilities as needed
Carry out preventative maintenance on machines in collaboration with maintenance team
Electrical Knowledge: 110 to 480 volts
Use of handheld power tools

Safety

Completes safety system documentation and verifies compliance to program standards. Reports deviations to the Environmental Health & Safety Manager
Responsible to participate in mandatory safety training program requirements.
Required to report all safety issues, near misses, and injuries.

Quality & Food Safety

Completes quality and food safety system documentation and verifies compliance to program standards. Reports deviations to the Food Safety & Quality Assurance Manager.
Responsible to participate in mandatory food safety and quality training program requirements.
Preserves the integrity of the BRC system through adherence to the policies and procedures outlined in the Quality Policy Manual. Takes actions necessary to resolve food safety and quality system deficiencies.
Required to report food safety and quality system failures and take actions necessary to preserve the BRC system.

Position Requirements

Minimum of a high school education
1 - 3 years related field experience
Required to read and write English, follow verbal instructions, and use simple math
Required to lift up to 50 poundsRegularly sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility
Exposed to shop elements such as noise, dust odors, fumes, oils and greases
Ability to drive vehicle during the workday is required
Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned
Good math and analytical skills
Good communication skills (oral and written)
Ability to work well with others
Self-Motivated
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Computer (PC) skills, with Microsoft Office Products (Excel, Word, etc.)
Adaptable/Flexible: Functions effectively within ever-changing environments. Easily adjusts to multiple demands, shifting work priorities, ambiguity, adversity, and change. Is resilient, positive and calm under pressure.