Production Maintenance Facility - 1st Shift

Great Northern Corp; Chippewa Falls (WI); On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Near-site clinic

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

401k with company match

Profit sharing

PTO 15 days

Paid holidays

Referral bonuses

Health reimbursement

Employee loan program

Shift differential

Job summary

Great Northern Corp seeks a Maintenance Facility Assistant on 1st shift to support the maintenance team with inventory, ordering, receiving, minor repairs, and facility upkeep across the plant, warehouse, and office. A high school diploma or GED and two years of maintenance experience are preferred, along with a valid driver's license and safe driving record.

The role requires basic computer and calculator use, familiarity with hand tools and test instruments, and the ability to follow

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of facility maintenance experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record required.
• Ability to read and follow blueprints or diagrams.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with inventory ordering, receiving, and reconciliation.
• Perform minor repairs and site maintenance of buildings, grounds, and utilities.
• Operate a variety of hand tools, instruments, and equipment.
• Follow instructions, prioritize tasks, and document work clearly.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Plan and organize work

Follow instructions

Mathematics

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Test instruments

Machining equipment

Maintenance equipment

Calculator

Computer skills

Job description

Maintenance Facility Assistant - 1st Shift

Job Description

Posted Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Production Maintenance Facility

WHY GREAT NORTHERN

Great Northern is a leading developer and manufacturer of creative solutions for packaging, shipping, merchandising and distributing products for industrial, commercial and retail markets. Established in 1962 and privately owned, Great Northern has a long history of providing secure, stable and meaningful positions. Our team members produce sustainable and eco-friendly products that are supplied to national brands that impact people's day-to-day lives.

Our Facility Maintenance Schedule: Monday through Thursday 7AM-3pm and Friday 5:45AM to 1:45PM

POSITION SUMMARY

Assists the maintenance department staff with inventory ordering/receiving/reconciliation, minor repairs, maintenance of buildings, grounds and utility systems of the plant, warehouse and office by performing the following duties.

Individual must possess: high school diploma or equivalency, plus two years of facility maintenance experience, preferred. Additional schooling in a maintenance-related field a plus; valid drivers license and acceptable driving record: excellent safety record; ability to type and operate a computer, calculator, and a wide range of hand tools, test instruments, machining equipment and maintenance equipment; ability to perform mathematical calculations involving adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing fractions, decimals and percentages; ability to follow written, verbal or diagrammatic instructions or blueprints; excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills; legible handwriting to record information and fill out forms; ability to: plan, prioritize and organize work effectively; work effectively under pressure and time deadlines; analyze problems (not just symptoms), propose reasonable solutions, make logical decisions, carry out decisions made and follow up with feedback where appropriate.

Opportunities for Growth

You will have the opportunity to learn new skills and acquire new knowledge that can be applied to grow into new positions with higher pay. Furthermore, you can grow your career with Great Northern through advancement opportunities available at our facilities both locally and nationally.

How We Can Make a Difference:

• Near-site Clinic (Accessible to Team Member & Immediate Family Members)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability
• 401k with Company Match Up to 4%
• Generous Profit Sharing
• Quarterly Attendance Paid Time Off Bonus
• 15 Days of Paid Time Off
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Referral Bonuses
• Health Fitness Reimbursement
• Employee Loan Program
• $1.50 Hourly Shift Differential for 2nd and 3rd Shift

Great Northern is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.