Shift Maintenance Technician

Position: Shift Maintenance Technician ($2,500 Sign On Bonus)
Location: Moorhead

Job Description:

The Shift Maintenance Technician is assigned to a rotating team to ensure all production equipment and facilities operate in the safest and most productive electro

What are we looking for?

Minimum:

• High School diploma or Equivalent

Preferred:

Associate degree in a technical‑related discipline, or greater than 10 years of experience in a technical‑related field of work

Good overall knowledge of plant flow, operation, and utilities

Good theoretical knowledge and ability to troubleshoot electrical circuits (a.c./d.c, single/polyphase, low/high voltage) and all related equipment both power and logic.

Good theoretical knowledge andחר ability to troubleshoot mechanical systems and equipment and hydraulic, pneumatic, and vacuum systems.

Ability to design and fabricate using materials such as sheet and structural metals both ferrous and non‑ferrous, plastics, etc.

Basic ability to operate machine tools.

Skills in pipe fitting, plumbing, HVAC, boiler and utilities operation and maintenance

Knowledge of machine design and strengths of materials

Knowledge and skills in safe rigging techniques

Skilled with the operation of equipment such as fork trucks, personnel lifts, etc.

Excellent knowledge of hand tool application, operation, and repair

Good knowledge of GMPs and clean design methods

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment with a positive attitude and minimal supervision.

leading expertise to work long hours (including 12‑hour rotating shifts) under stressful conditions such as heat, cold, high, and confined spaces and have full mobility with the ability to climb ladders and stairs and do repetitive bending and twisting.

Ability to engross lift up to 50 pounds.

Ability to train other associates.

Shift

Schedule:

The shift schedule for this position is 2‑2‑3 schedule (12 hour Day & Night Shifts).

What will be your key responsibilities?

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Analyze conditions, troubleshoot failures, repair and perform preventative/predictive maintenance on production equipment, building and utilities, and all associated equipment, and report any issues to the area system techs.
• Initiate, plan, and coordinate work performed by other associates, contractors, and/or self. (Unplanned, planned, changeover, etc.)
• Prioritize and manage work assigned to implement immediate repairs. Ensure permanent repairs are completed within 14 days and all information has been.
• Be a lead in technical troubleshooting the process, and mechanical and electrical (power and interlocks) issues that prevent meeting the shift or weekly schedules.
• Train shift associates on proper setup, change‑over, and operation of equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues using Man Machine Interface and PLC logic.
• Ensure all work orders and log information is complete and accurate promptly.
• Complete planned work as assigned.
• Work on maintaining and improving electrical and mechanical knowledge and skills to improve customer рых.
• Will actively address food safety and quality concerns.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the shift manager in all duties to meet shift and weekly schedules.
• Participate in action circles and focus groups as appropriate.
• Be proactive to prevent issues from arising, that jeopardize the schedule.
• Work as a team member within the maintenance department to improve the total reliability of the plant.
• Be a customer service agent for the technical department (Site Technical and Safety Manager), meeting Operations (Production Manager) needs.
• Understand “Maintenance Excellence” and “MSE” principles and develop self and departmental work practices to promote a proactive environment.
• Other similar duties as assigned…

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is between the range listed below, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position will incorporate variable pay, medical and dental benefits, participation in a 401(k) plan, and paid time off benefits.

Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment.

USD 30.25 - USD 41.59

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