Maintenance Technician

Overview

Maintenance Technician at Grande Custom Ingredients Group

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Pay range and growth opportunities are provided below.

• Shift: 4:00 PM – 4:00 AM
• Schedule:
  
  2-2-3 rotation (every other weekend off)

• Base pay starting at $32.00/hour
• $3.00 per hour night shift premium (6:00 PM – 6:00 AM)
• $2.25 per hour weekend shifts premium (Saturday and Sunday)

We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to ensure the reliability and efficiency of our cheese and whey production operations. You will manage projects and work orders while performing a wide range of maintenance tasks, including installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production equipment, facility systems, and building infrastructure. Preventative maintenance such as welding, fabrication, lubrication, and filter changes will be key to minimizing downtime and extending equipment life.

Accurate recordkeeping using our CMMS system is essential for tracking work orders, repairs, and parts inventory.

In this role, you’ll diagnose equipment issues, implement corrective actions, and collaborate with management and plant teams to improve safety, quality, and efficiency. Compliance with food safety and regulatory standards (USDA, FDA, SQF, OSHA) is critical, along with maintaining a clean, organized work environment. You may coordinate with vendors for specialized repairs and assist in training new team members. If you’re a proactive problem-solver with strong technical skills and a commitment to food safety and continuous improvement, we invite you to join our team!

Grande operates under a High-Performance Work Team (HPWT) model; an Associate-led approach focused on continuous growth, collaboration, and operational excellence. Through our Skill Block system, Associates are placed and progress based on demonstrated knowledge and abilities, with clear pathways for advancement offering opportunity to grow your skills and responsibilities as you develop within the team.

• Low-cost onsite clinics
• Free onsite fitness center
• Free healthy snacks throughout the facility
• Health and wellness reimbursement program
• Associate cheese purchasing program
• Two-year mentorship program
• Paid Parental Leave

• Ability and willingness to learn advanced mechanical and electrical technical skills
• Good math and problem solving skills
• Good computer skills in Microsoft Office
• Mechanical knowledge (machine guarding, drive belt installation & alignment, seal replacements, etc.)
• Pneumatic & hydraulic knowledge (replace and repair; check valves; filter assembly, etc.)
• Demonstrated knowledge of PLC and/or proficiency in program editing
• Electrical concepts (control wiring, programming and operation of various control panels, transducers, machines, etc.)

• Prior mechanical or electrical maintenance experience and/or training in a manufacturing organization is strongly preferred
• Welding of stainless steel knowledge desirable

This role requires the ability to regularly lift and move objects weighing between 20–50 lbs, as well as frequent walking, standing, bending, climbing, and exposure to vibration. The work environment may involve exposure to extreme temperatures (both hot and cold), high humidity, and loud machinery.

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