Senior Maintenance Technician

Rangen Group; Buhl (ID); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rangen, LLC is seeking a skilled Sr. Mechanic Technician to join our maintenance team in a fast-growing, safety-first plant environment. You will install, align, maintain, and repair industrial machinery, ensuring efficient, reliable operations across feed production lines.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of manufacturing maintenance experience, strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills, and the ability to read schematics and blueprints. Overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years maintenance in manufacturing or related field.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
• Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics, electrical systems and motors.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics and manuals.
• LOTO and Safety protocols knowledge.
• Experience with conveyors, bearings, gears and drive systems.
• Able to lift up to 55 lbs and work at heights.

Responsibilities

• Install, align, and assemble feed production equipment and conveyors.
• Use precision tools for alignment and balance checks.
• Set up new or rebuilt machinery per drawings and specs.
• Perform preventive maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Inspect components for wear and replace as needed.
• Maintain maintenance records and CMMS entries.
• Diagnose mechanical failures on mill equipment and repairs.
• Work with operators and electricians to resolve issues.
• Fabricate/modify parts with welding, cutting, machining tools.
• Assist in design/improvement of production systems for safety and throughput.
• Install guards and brackets to meet OSHA requirements.
• Coordinate with contractors for safe 3rd party work.
• Support safety/quality teams to comply with regulations.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Read blueprints

LOTO safety

Electrical systems

Conveyors & motors

Communication

MS Office

Physical fitness

Tools

Precision tools

Welding knowledge

Machining tools

Job description

Why Join the Rangen Group?

As a newly formed independent global company with a 100-year legacy, we are poised for significant growth and opportunity. You will play a role in shaping our future, strengthening customer trust, and unlocking unlimited growth potential. We are a safety-first organization, and we make our customers and employees priority.

The formal job description is below but first let me ask you a few questions:

• Are you looking to build your career with a rapidly growing pet, livestock & aquaculture nutrient manufacturer where your ideas and contributions can make a real impact from day one? We are a proud American Manufacturer.
• Do you want abundant growth opportunities, clear career pathways, and the chance to advance as the company continues to expand?
• Are you excited by joining a business on a fast track to becoming an employer of choice, where innovation and ambition are encouraged?
• Do you value working in an environment where passion for quality products, and continuous improvement drive everything we do?
• Are you ready to be part of a dynamic, high-energy team and with a company who has success in growing the business year over year?
• Do you get excited about being with a company who evaluates the market regularly to ensure their wages are competitive? A company wo also provides rich benefits and takes their employees safety and wellbeing in mind.

Job Description

Position Summary:

Rangen, LLC has an immediate opening for a skilled and safety-conscious Sr. Mechanic Technician to join our maintenance team. This individual will be responsible for installing, assembling, maintaining, and repairing industrial machinery and mechanical equipment to ensure smooth and efficient plant operations. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude, precision alignment experience, and a commitment to quality workmanship and workplace safety.

There are two positions available. Candidates must be able to work overtime.

• Monday through Friday: 6:30 am to 3:30 pm
• Tuesday through Saturday shift: 3:00 pm to 12:00 am.

A Sample of What You’ll Do in this Role

• Install, align, and assemble feed production equipment, including mixers, pellet mills, grinders, extruders, and conveyors.
• Use precision tools (levels, laser alignment, dial indicators) to ensure proper alignment and balance.
• Set up new or rebuilt machinery following technical drawings, schematics, and manufacturer specifications.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance (PM) on mechanical systems to minimize unplanned downtime.
• Inspect belts, bearings, chains, gearboxes, and drive systems for wear or damage.
• Lubricate, adjust, and replace worn components to keep systems operating efficiently.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and update work orders in the plant’s CMMS system (if applicable).
• Diagnose and repair mechanical failures on feed mill equipment such as elevators, augers, and pellet presses.
• Identify root causes of breakdowns and recommend long-term corrective actions.
• Work closely with operators and electricians to resolve mechanical and electrical issues affecting production.
• Fabricate or modify equipment parts using welding, cutting, and machining tools.
• Assist in the design and improvement of production systems to enhance throughput or safety.
• Install guards, supports, and brackets as needed to ensure equipment integrity and OSHA compliance.
• Work directly with contractors to ensure 3rd party work is completed safely and meets quality specifications
• Assist safety and quality teams when needed to ensure compliance with regulatory rules and regulations
• Serve as member of Food Safety Team; ensure compliance with all Food Safety Guidelines, FDA and OSHA guidelines, as well as Federal and State laws governing the workplace.
• Participate in all required training
• Ensure compliance with all
• Other duties as assigned

What You Bring to the Role:

• At least 5 years of maintenance experience in manufacturing or other related fields; Technical Degree in a pertinent field a plus
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability
• Strong knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics, electrical systems/control circuits, motors, pumps, bearings, and conveyors
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals
• Diagnostic and repair skills using hand tools, power tools, and testing instruments
• Understanding of lockout/tagout (LOTO) and other safety protocols
• Working knowledge of manufacturing environments or other manufacturing experience
• Strong communication skills
• Experience using Microsoft computer products
• Ability to lift to 55 lbs.
• Comfortable working at heights, including climbing ladders and stairs
• Comfortable working in narrow and confined spaces, with no claustrophobia
• Experience with many facets of industrial operations, including welding, electrical, bearings, chains, shafts, belts, electric motors, etc.
• Mechanical knowledge of processing equipment such as mixers, screw conveyers, hammer mills, grain legs a plus
• Welding certificates, electrical certificates a plus

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Experience with many facets of industrial operations, including welding, electrical, bearings, chains, shafts, belts, electric motors, etc.
• Mechanical knowledge of processing equipment such as mixers, screw conveyers, hammer mills, grain legs
• Welding certificates, electrical certificate
• Having a safety-first mindset

Rangen, LLC Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer. Rangen, LLC considers all qualified applicants and employees for hiring, placement, and advancement, without regard to a person's race, color, religion, national origin, age, genetic information, military status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or protected veteran status. We invite you to join our diverse & growing team.