Maintenance Technician II - Days

Schwan's; Marshall (MN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company is seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure the smooth operation of machinery within their facility. This full-time role requires a strong mechanical background with necessary electrical skills, providing opportunities for professional growth within a well-known industry name.

Benefits

Health, Life, Dental, and Vision Plans

Earn up to 2 weeks paid time off during the first year

401k with Company Match

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of related experience desired.
• Ability to lift up to 90 lbs.
• Ability to perform minor PLC program adjustments.

Responsibilities

• Ensure operation of machinery by completing preventive maintenance.
• Troubleshoot mechanical malfunctions.
• Participate in safety protocols and maintain a clean workspace.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Basic to advanced electrical skills

Team player

Ability to read and interpret safety documents

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Two-year degree in specialized maintenance trade

Job description

Description

Starting Pay: $26.00 per hour
Additional $1.50 shift differential from 6 pm -- 6 am
Shift: 1st

Ice Cream Plant

This is a full-time position within our manufacturing facility with opportunities for advancement!

Who we are!

Schwan's Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle brand CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leader in manufacturing and marketing quality foods enjoyed nationwide. We have beloved brands like Red Baron, Tony's, Big Daddy's, Villa Prima and Freschetta pizzas; bibigo, Pagoda Asian-style snacks and we can't forget Mrs. Smith's and Edwards pies! We bring families and communities together through great food. Join our team and see the opportunities are real, and the sky is the limit; this isn't just a job, it's a seat at the table!

What we want to do for you!

We offer eligible employees competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package designed to assist employees and their families with their financial security, health, and well-being.

• Health, Life, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Earn up to 2 weeks paid time off during first year
• 401k with Company Match

What we are looking for!

Here at Schwan's Company, we put a high priority on having safe, clean, and healthy workspaces. And we want individuals that take that seriously.

• Candidates with a high school diploma or equivalent, Two-year degree in specialized maintenance trade preferred and 3-5 years of related experience
• Understand basic math, simple instructions, training materials, and product labeling.
• Work different ranges of hours such as full-time, overtime, or weekend shifts
• Be a team player and interact professionally with co-workers
• Basic to advanced mechanical knowledge, electrical and building skills
• Ability to read and interpret safety documents, maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
• Ability to complete work orders and enter the required paperwork into a computer
• Must be able to lift up to ninety (90) lbs.
• Candidates receiving offers of employment will be required to complete a post-offer, pre-placement background check and drug screen

Responsibilities:

• Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on conveyor systems and production machines; troubleshoot malfunctions
• Setup and tear down equipment; may assist with major repairs, construction, fabrication, and installation of new plant equipment
• Locate sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation, listening for problems, and using precision measuring and testing instruments
• Remove defective parts by dismantling components using hoists and hand and power tools
• Perform advanced maintenance duties using hoists and hand and power tools such as reading mechanical schematics, cut & key a shaft, broach a sprocket, change gear head, weld stainless metal, use a metal sheer, use a metal bender, cut & crimp ends on hydraulic hose and cut & lace belting
• Help control downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques, monitoring compliance
• Assists with welding and fabrication of equipment used for processing and packaging
• Use SAP to document and communicate with operations
• Work in a safe manner with a sense of urgency while maintaining a safe and orderly work area
• Participate in and successfully complete management-assigned training directed at increasing job-related trade skills
• May assist with the training of lower-level maintenance employees in keeping all equipment in good repair and regularly serviced
• The use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required; including but not limited to bump cap, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs, hair and beard nets, gloves and safety shoes or rubber boots

The employing subsidiaries of Schwan's Company are Equal Employment Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, vet status, national origin, or other protected classes.

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Two-year degree in specialized maintenance trade preferred.

Years of Related Experience: 3-5 years of related experience

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Ability to perform all duties of Maintenance I; Knowledge of PLC software and ability toperform minor PLC program adjustments on equipment. Basic to advanced electrical skills required such as ability touse a voltage/ohm meter, amp meter, ability to understand and use electrical schematic to determine control wiring,ability to check and troubleshoot single phase and three phase wiring, ability to check heater packs on motor starters and able to check for open circuit in control wing; Arc Flash trained; Basic to advanced building skillsrequired such as ability to join PVC pipe, use an electric drain snake, mix concrete, grout tile troubleshoot dockleveler, ability to add/change oil & troubleshoot/repair an air compressor, repair & maintain forklifts and maintainplant aerial equipment; Ability to be certified as a boiler technician; Ability to read and interpret documents suchas safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to complete work orders,carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form, and complete required paperwork. Ability to add,subtract, multiply, divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals and calculatefigures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume. Mechanical knowledge andability to expand knowledge and skills via on-the-job and formal training directed at increasing job-related skillsas mandated by management/Supervisor, including all required OSHA training; basic computer skills, including SAPMaintenance Module; Ability to obtain a valid forklift license; Ability to comply with all general safety policiesand procedures in accordance with Company, Local, State and Federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration(OSHA) rules and regulations; Must be able to lift ninety (90) lbs.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the job. An individual must be able to perform all ofthe duties and responsibilities listed in a fully competent manner to be considered successful in the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individualswith disabilities to perform essential duties and responsibilities.