Maintenance Technician - Whitebridge Pet

Heartland Pet Food Mfg.; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Career growth

Job summary

Whitebridge Pet Brands, part of General Mills' pet division in Joplin, Missouri, is hiring a Maintenance Technician to support processing and packaging equipment. The role offers 8-hour shifts and a starting wage of $33.00 per hour, with overtime, weekends and holidays as needed.

The team operates with safety, collaboration and continuous improvement at heart, providing vacation and holiday benefits, 401(k) matching, medical/dental/life insurance, and opportunities for cross-training and career

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; English communication in the workplace.
• Minimum of 2 years industrial maintenance experience with electrical maintenance exposure.
• Understanding of PLCs and mechanical/electrical systems troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and reactive maintenance on processing and packaging equipment to improve reliability and operational performance
• Follow all safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment
• Install, maintain, repair, and replace industrial processing and packaging machinery and tools
• Identify/diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical and/or electronic issues
• Manage work orders, parts requisition, and data entry in Maximo
• Provide technical support and plant leadership for equipment troubleshooting and modification
• Understand and participate in Root Cause Analysis (Why, Why)
• Perform uptime and downtime preventative maintenance
• Communicate effectively with team members, contractors, vendors and visitors
• Contribute to Continuous Improvement initiatives to boost platform performance
• Assist in training new employees

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC operation understanding

Team collaboration

English communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Maximo CMMS

Electrical test equipment

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best - bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one another and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what's next.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Maintenance Technician

Starting Pay: $33.00 per hour

8-hour shifts

2nd shift: 3 pm to 11:30 pm Monday through Friday schedule (Saturdays as needed)

Why Join Our Team

As a key part of General Mills' pet division, Whitebridge Pet Brands in Joplin, Missouri, is dedicated to bringing health and happiness to pets and their owners. We specialize in natural, minimally processed dog and cat foods, treats, and supplements through beloved brands like Tiki Pets, Cloud Star, and Dogswell. Our close-knit team of employees thrives in a collaborative, dynamic environment built on safety, teamwork, accountability, responsiveness, and respect—all driven by our passion for making food pets love!

What We Have to Offer

$33.00 per hour

• Up to 120 hours (15 days) vacation annually
• 11 paid company holidays
• Paid time off benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, life insurance
• Career growth and cross-training opportunities

Your Work Schedule and Shift Information

8-hour shifts

2nd shift: 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm

Currently hiring for 2nd shift Monday through Friday schedule with Saturdays as business need dictates

Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, nights, holidays and emergency events as needed

Plant operates 24 hours/day, 7 days/week.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Perform preventive and reactive maintenance on processing and packaging equipment to improve reliability and operational performance
• Understanding and following all company safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment
• Installing, maintaining, repairing, and replacing industrial processing and packaging machinery, work tools and equipment
• Identifying/diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical issues, electrical and/or electronic issues
• Management of work orders, parts requisition, and data entry through understanding and use of Maximo Maintenance Management System
• Providing technical support and plant leadership for equipment troubleshooting and equipment modification
• Understanding, initiating, and participating in Root Cause Analysis (Why, Why)
• Performing both uptime and down time preventative maintenance
• Effectively communicate and productively interact with all levels of team personnel and outside contractors, vendors, visitors, etc.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives to increase platform performance
• Assist in training new employees

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED
• Must possess the ability to understand and effectively communicate with co-workers, supervisors, and others in the workplace regarding work matters (our business is generally conducted in English)
• Minimum of 2 years of industrial maintenance or related industry experience with electrical maintenance experience
• Understanding of PLC operation, industrial electrical components and systems troubleshooting
• Must have a solid understanding of mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical systems, ability to diagnose problems, repair or replace components, preventative maintenance and attention to detail
• Experience with various tools and technologies, including hand tools, power tools, electrical test equipment and CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System)
• Ability to work independently and as a team with flexibility to quickly shift work priorities
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, push, pull, and twist for extended periods
• Willingness to work in hot, cold, noisy, wet, or dusty conditions
• Ability to climb and/or work at heights while utilizing stairs, ladders, personnel lifts, or platforms
• Ability to follow human and food safety, quality, and grooming standards
• Ability to wear such as protective clothing and equipment (Personal Protective Equipment -PPE) such as safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard/bump cap, hair/beard net, gloves, and face masks (when required)
• Ability to work around high-speed machinery and food allergens

ELIGIBILITY

Applicants must meet a minimum 18-year age qualification.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

General Mills is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or familial status, status regarding public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission.

Check out why General Mills Manufacturing is a great place to grow a career: New possibilities. Bold thinking. Real heart. Build remarkable brands with remarkable people. At General Mills, we make food the world loves. Across 100+ markets, we come together to create, innovate and grow. Here, you'll do meaningful work and help to lead the future of food at a company that stands for good.