
Posted 22 days ago
Maintenance Technician - 3rd Shift (WI)
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Performs preventative and corrective maintenance on mechanical and electrical systems, including disassembly, cleaning, calibration, and repair of machinery in a pet food manufacturing facility.
About this role
At Golden Pet Manufacturing, we are proud to be at the forefront of changing the future of pet food by creating the most nutritionally-dense, thoughtfully-sourced, and practical solutions to pet parents everywhere. Watch our new company video to learn more!
We’re Looking For A: Maintenance Technician
Location: Richfield, WI
Shift: 3rd Shift
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Performs preventative maintenance on mechanical systems and machines to include disassembly, cleaning, reassembly, and calibration in partnership with the Supervisor, Maintenance
- Observes and tests the operation of machinery and equipment to diagnose malfunctions, utilizing necessary testing equipment
- Assist in the planning, coordinating, and implementation of special projects, equipment installations, and routine maintenance
- Operates newly repaired machinery and equipment to verify the adequacy of repairs completed
- Records repairs, maintenance, parts and materials used, and order new parts and materials as necessary
- References facility floor plan and manufacturers’ manuals to determine correct installation and operation of equipment
- Examines parts and equipment for defects and excessive wear
- Apply a variety of methods, procedures and techniques to layout, install, align, repair, overhaul and maintain various types of machines and equipment
Preferred Qualifications (Note: These are preferred and not required. We strongly encourage you to apply even if you don’t tick ALL of these boxes.):
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- 2-3 years of mechanical and electrical background
- 2 years of facilities maintenance experience
- Experience working in the pet food or food production industry (preferred)
- HACCP experience (preferred)
Golden Perks & Benefits:
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage – We cover 100% of premiums for medical, dental, and vision plans for employee-only plans.
- Through our charity sponsorships, you can make a positive impact on communities worldwide. We’ve donated over $6.1 million to date.
- 6 paid sick and mental health days, an Employee Assistance Program, and additional mental health benefits, because we take a holistic approach to your well-being.
- We match up to 3.5% of your 401k contributions, ensuring your retirement savings grow alongside your career.
- Invest in your future with our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, where company contributions fund your retirement plan with company stock. Learn more.
- Tuition reimbursement program, which reimburses eligible tuition expenses up to specified amounts, empowering you to invest in your ongoing growth and development.
- Company events, like our team picnics and ice cream socials, designed to cultivate connections and enhance work-life balance.
To read more about our Perks & Benefits, click here.
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