Packaging Operator/Mechanic

Didion Inc.; Markesan (WI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Didion Milling, Inc. in Markesan, Wisconsin, is seeking a Packaging Operator/Mechanic who keeps packaging lines running smoothly and supports basic maintenance.

You will operate packaging and bulk load-out equipment, monitor performance, and ensure safety and production quality. Ideal candidates have a strong mechanical aptitude, forklift experience, and reliability to troubleshoot issues, perform preventive maintenance, and collaborate with maintenance and operations to improve efficiency.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; technical or mechanical training preferred.
• Manufacturing experience, ideally in a food-safe or regulated environment.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and perform basic maintenance tasks.
• Forklift experience required or willingness to certify quickly.
• Ability to lift up to 55 lbs and work in hot, cold, or dusty conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor packaging and bulk load-out equipment to keep production running.
• Perform basic mechanical troubleshooting and preventive maintenance on pack line equipment.
• Support bulk load-out and warehouse activities, including forklift operation and loading/unloading shipments.
• Identify and resolve equipment or process issues before they impact production.
• Complete quality checks, sample preparation, and required production paperwork.
• Enter shipment and production data accurately in internal systems.
• Perform deep cleaning and sanitation between production runs.
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations to improve reliability and efficiency.
• Grow your technical skills through ongoing training and development.

Skills

Forklift

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

Problem-solving

Lifting 55 lbs

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Technical or mechanical training

Tools

Forklift

Job description

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Compensation: $24-$28 per hour (plus a $2 per hour premium)

Who We Are

At Didion, we’re more than a manufacturing company, we’re a team driven by innovation, collaboration, and a shared commitment to feeding the world and fueling progress. We’re looking for an experienced packaging operator/mechanic who enjoys variety in their work and takes pride in keeping equipment running and product moving safely and efficiently.

This role is ideal for someone who can confidently operate packaging equipment while also stepping in to perform basic maintenance and support bulk load-out activities.

What You’ll Do

As a Packaging Operator/Mechanic, you’ll serve as a key technical resource on the shift. Responsibilities include:

• Operating and monitoring packaging and bulk load-out equipment to keep production running smoothly
• Performing basic mechanical troubleshooting, adjustments, and preventive maintenance on pack line equipment
• Supporting bulk load-out and warehouse activities, including forklift operation and loading/unloading shipments
• Identifying and resolving equipment or process issues before they impact production
• Completing quality checks, sample preparation, and required production paperwork
• Entering shipment and production data accurately in internal systems
• Performing deep cleaning and sanitation between production runs
• Collaborating with maintenance and operations teams to improve reliability and efficiency
• Continuing to grow your technical skills through ongoing training and development

What We’re Looking For

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience (technical or mechanical training strongly preferred)
• Prior manufacturing experience, ideally in a food-safe or regulated environment
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot equipment or perform basic maintenance tasks
• Forklift experience required (or willingness to certify quickly)
• Comfortable working independently and serving as a go-to operator on the shift
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to lift up to 55 lbs, climb ladders, and work in hot, cold, or dusty conditions
• Commitment to safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement

Ready to take the next step into a more skilled, hands-on operator role? Apply today and join a company that invests in your growth, well-being, and long-term success.

Didion Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We welcome all qualified applicants and make employment decisions based on merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

Didion uses the eVerify system to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.