Maintenance Technician / Mechanic

Kemps; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in dairy production is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Minneapolis. The role involves ensuring the operation of machinery and equipment through regular maintenance tasks. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, relevant experience, and be able to handle various equipment in a busy production environment.

Benefits

Retirement Options

Competitive pay

Overtime options

Service recognition and employee rewards

Qualifications

• 1+ years of field-related experience preferred.
• Knowledge of machinery including lubricating and cleaning equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintenance of property and production assets.
• Perform planned and unplanned maintenance on machinery and equipment.
• Work in production and cooler environments with moderate to high noise.

Skills

Knowledge of electric power phases

Experience in manufacturing facilities

Knowledge of pneumatic systems

Familiarity with mechanical equipment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Maintenance AAS or Program Certificate

Job description

Maintenance Technician – Kemps Minneapolis

Starting Wage : $33.00 / hour

Sign On Bonus : $5,000.00

Kemps, LLC has openings for Maintenance Technicians, responsible for the maintenance of all property and production assets within the plant. This position is responsible for the continued operation of machinery and equipment in an electrical, mechanical, refrigeration, pneumatic and hydraulic capacity by completing planned and unplanned maintenance on production, packaging, processing equipment and utility systems.

Kemps LLC is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a dairy marketing cooperative owned by more than 12,500 family farmers. Our mark matters and it represents the wholesomeness of dairy that we share with our communities and loved ones. DFA manufactures a variety of dairy products, including cheese, butter, fluid milk, ice cream, dairy ingredients and more, under well-known and established regional brands. Our fingerprints touch thousands of brands across the marketplace, and we’re passionate about delivering the simple pleasures of dairy to people everywhere, straight from our family farm-owners. At Kemps, we manufacture Milk and are proud to provide families with fresh, delicious dairy.

By joining DFA, you can help us continue to make a difference that matters. We care deeply about the well-being of our neighbors and friends, and we celebrate the diversity of our company and our world. It takes an incredible team to deliver the goodness of dairy and enrich our communities – come join us!

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS :

• High school diploma or GED
• Maintenance AAS, or Program Certificate in lieu of education
• 1+ years field related experience
• 1st Class B Boiler License preferred and / or willingness to obtain with company assistance
• Knowledge of all phases of electric power, 480-240-120 and the lower voltage control wiring
• Experience preferred in a manufacturing facility including : electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic, computer-controlled equipment, PLC and / or HVAC
• knowledge of various equipment including lubricating, cleaning, material handling, motor, relay, and process control and packaging equipment
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Must be able to work in a production and cooler environment with moderate to high noise volume (hearing protection provided)
• On the Job Training provided, students in or newly graduated from programs encouraged to apply.
• Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings including drug, background and criminal checks

BENEFITS :

• Retirement Options
• Competitive pay
• Overtime options
• Service recognition and employee rewards