Maintenance Technician, Refinery

1101 Primary Products Ingredients Americas LLC; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Healthcare plan

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) with matching

Paid holidays and vacation

Parental leave

Learning & development

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Primient is seeking a Refinery Maintenance Technician to monitor and maintain heavy‑duty plant equipment in our food processing refinery. The role requires reading blueprints, troubleshooting, and performing preventive maintenance to keep operations safe and efficient.

The successful candidate has a high school diploma or GED, vocational training preferred, and hands‑on experience with diagnostic tools, power tools, and maintenance software. Rotating shifts and overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical diploma or certification is a plus.
• Vocational training or apprenticeship in a relevant field preferred.
• Certifications are advantageous and related experience valued.

Responsibilities

• Refinery equipment monitoring: oversee plant equipment and perform replacements/repairs as needed.
• Compliance and safety: monitor emissions and conduct routine safety checks.
• Troubleshooting: diagnose mechanical/process issues and apply adjustments.
• Documentation: track inventory, service records and report malfunctions.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Mechanical background

Diagnostic tools

Power tools

Maintenance software

Reading blueprints/manuals

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical diploma or certification

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Maintenance software

Job description

Maintenance Technician, Refinery | Primient

Primient is a century old company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. We deliver value through deep technical, commercial, and operational excellence that is backed by our long-standing corn wet milling heritage. Wherever we are in the process, from field to customer, our priorities are focused on ensuring we produce the safest, highest quality products through practices that uphold both our responsibility and commitments to the challenge and drive for excellence, our people and our planet. We’re investing in our plants and people to unlock our potential in the industrial and food sectors. Guided by our values of Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Growth, we’re focused on growing our business, our reputation, and the career of every teammate. We are a privately held company with locations across the US, Mexico, Poland, and Brazil.

About the Role

Proven experience as a Maintenance Technician or in a similar industrial maintenance role. Strong mechanical background/experience. Proficiency with diagnostic tools, power tools, and maintenance software. Excellent problem‑solving skills and attention to detail. Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and other documents. Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with co‑workers and supervisors. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Physical stamina and manual dexterity to perform manual tasks and lift heavy objects. Must have the availability to work a rotating shift when needed, and unscheduled overtime.

A refinery maintenance technician is a specialized industrial professional responsible for inspecting, repairing, and optimizing the heavy‑duty machinery and complex piping systems within a food processing plant. Their primary goal is to ensure continuous, safe, and efficient plant operations by preventing equipment failures and minimizing costly production downtime.

Key responsibilities:

• Refinery Maintenance Technician Equipment Monitoring: Oversee refinery plant equipment, including pumps, compressors, tanks, and blowers. Replace and repair as needed.
• Compliance and Safety: Monitor and control emissions and conduct routine safety, and maintenance checks.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose mechanical and process issues and perform adjustments as needed.
• Documentation: Track inventory, maintain service records, and report malfunctions.

About You

High school diploma or GED equivalent; technical diploma or certification is a plus. Vocational training or apprenticeship in a relevant field preferred. Relevant certifications are advantageous. Previous years of experience in maintenance or a related field is preferred but not mandatory.

Total Rewards

Starting pay of $44.78/hr + overtime with opportunity to advance with our pay for skill system. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

• Competitive Pay
• Multiple Healthcare plan choices
• Dental and vision insurance
• A 401(k) plan with company and matching contributions
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Insurance plans
• Paid holidays & vacation
• Floating days off
• Parental leave for new parents
• Employee resource groups
• Learning & development programs
• Fun culture where you have an opportunity in shaping our future

Career Path & Culture

Primient is committed to a workplace that is all in – ensuring everyone has the opportunity to develop and shape a career that matters in an open culture which embraces equity, diversity and belonging. We challenge old ways of thinking; and encourage employee voices to be a guiding force for ongoing learning. Primient supports a culture of inclusion that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe our differences make better decisions, drive excellence, and deliver better business results. Primient employees experience autonomy and accountability in their role. Here, employees control their destiny as there is opportunity for career growth and pathways outside the norm.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging

We are believers in the power of difference. We strive to represent the communities in which we operate and to provide an inclusive, welcoming environment for all. We want Primient to be a place where every employee feels they belong and knows they are seen, heard, valued and safe to speak up. Our aspiration is to unlock the full potential in diverse perspectives, while offering everyone an equal chance to grow, Primient is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.

California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA")

The Company is committed to complying with the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) and all data privacy and laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. We collect the following categories of personal information for the purpose of hiring the best qualified applicants and to comply with applicable employment laws: Name and contact information; Job preference and work availability; Social Security Number and/or other identification information; Education and qualifications; Employment history and experience; Military service; Reference and background check information, including relevant criminal history and credit history; Social media information; Pre-employment test results; Post-offer medical examination information and results, including drug test results; Voluntary self-disclosure information regarding minority, veteran, and disability status; and Information provided by you during the hiring process.

Primient is a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. We deliver value through deep technical, commercial, and operational expertise that is backed by our long-standing corn wet milling heritage. Wherever we are in the process, from start to finish, we focus our priorities on producing the safest, highest quality ingredients through practices that uphold our ongoing commitment to sustainability. Our employees, some of whom are second and third generation legacy, understand the importance of maintaining the highest levels of safety, excellence, and integrity in all that we do. We continue to grow with a century long history of ingenuity that started with agricultural visionary Augustus “Gene” Staley. Staley’s “can do” attitude and entrepreneurial spirit continue to lead and inspire Primient in new ways that ensure we honor our traditions to confidently trail blaze ahead. We proudly walk the halls of the ‘Castle in the Cornfields’ administration building in Decatur, IL, US, tracing our rich heritage and planning for the next big ideas.