Maintenance Technician
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Job Type:RegularInvest in you, Join Agropur. Wedairyyou! Text key word “Agropur” to 608-###-#### and then text JR19035 to apply today! How Agropur invests in YOU: Competitiveandcomprehensive compensationand benefits package focusing on yourphysical, financial,andemotional healthto include the followingperksas well as the standard benefit offerings: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance 401(k) with up to7% company contributions 3 Weeks PTO Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays Paid parental leave Advancement Opportunities Healthy work/life balance 2 pay increases withinfirstyear! What'sinvolved in this role: We are looking for a Maintenance Technician in Lake Norden, SD. Efficiently perform regular and preventative maintenance related to the plant, equipment, and grounds in compliance with standard operating procedures, good manufacturing practices, and safety policies as enforced by OSHA. Provideemergency/unscheduled repairs of mechanical, electrical,pneumaticand hydraulic equipment during the production process as needed. Complete and update work orders using in-house systems 5-2-2-5 schedule, 12 hour shiftsStarting at$26.89/hrThis is a monthlyrotating position between days and nights:6am-6pm and 6pm-6am $1.50/hour shift differential between the hours of 6:00 pm - 6:00 am Holiday payandDoubletimeonSundays What you needto join our team: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Maintenance/repair experience or training preferred. Mechanical and electrical aptituderequired. Prepare and set up machinery for scheduled production runs. Effectively perform andassistin repair or updating and installation of equipment. Perform troubleshooting of equipment, including both electrical and mechanical systems. Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy in work. Ability tolift upto 50 lbs. Ability to stand/walk for entire shift. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.Must communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing with colleagues.Equivalentcombination of education and/or experience may be considered. ​ Whereyou'llbe working: Our Lake Norden, SD, plant is home to approximately 445 employees and boasts a brand new,state of the artcheese and whey facility. We produce mozzarella, provolone, parmesan,romano, asiago, and Monterey Jack cheeses as well as various whey streams. Agropur's US operations produce1 billion poundsof quality, award-winning cheese each year. We create more than 20 differentvarieties, andprovidewhey protein and dry ingredients which are by-products of the cheesemaking process. As one of the world's largest dairy producers, Agropur partners with some of the most recognizable food,beverageand nutrition brands to help feed the world. Better Dairy. Better World. Agropurus.com We dairy you! JOIN AGROPUR. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and walks of life. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will therefore work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.