Maintenance Technician Lead 2nd Shift

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs preventive maintenance inspections and service on machines
• Affords assistance with the planning and preparation of training for maintenance associates
• Collaborates with Maintenance Manager and Supervisor to plan work priorities, obtain necessary supplies, and assess skills needed to complete tasks
• Prioritizes tasks as they come up throughout the shift
• Thoroughly cleans machine parts, removing parts and reinstalling as necessary
• Oils and lubricates moving parts on machines to ensure effective performance
• Records and reports damaged, worn, or broken parts
• Requests replacement parts to order and installs replacement parts for machines
• Identifies the causes of unexpected breakdowns of machines
• Repairs broken machines quickly and efficiently
• Guides and trains shift techs on efficient and correct fixes
• Cleans, organizes, inventories, and otherwise maintains shop areas, parts, tools, and supplies
• Schedules regular maintenance on machines
• Collaborates with Production Manager or Maintenance Manager regarding new products being added and modifications that will be required
• Makes necessary modifications and implements test runs; confers with production team regarding test results and makes additional alterations to machinery as required
• Utilizes CMMS for work performed and inventory used for tracking machine repairs and inventory

Why the Maintenance Technician position is important to Alsum Farms and Produce

Poorly maintained resources can completely stop production & operations. We need people like you to help maintain the facilities so we can provide field to fork potatoes to the dinner tables of Americans.

Job Details

• Job Type: Full-time
• Job Schedule: Monday - Friday 2:30pm-11:00pm
• Work Location: Friesland, WI
• Salary: $30.00-$36.00 per hour depending on experience
• Supplemental Pay: Monthly Tool Reimbursement, Company provided uniforms

Job Requirements

• Education and Experience: Associate Degree or two to four years of maintenance experience in the following: Electrical wiring 3 phase 480v, Carpentry, Plumbing, heating, and ventilation, or Welding and Fabrication (proficient in Mig and Arc)
• Experience in a lead position preferred

Required Skills and Abilities

• Mechanically inclined with great problem-solving skills
• Willingness to lead and set an example
• Good communication, supervisory, and leadership skills
• Organized with attention to detail
• Knowledge of electrical trouble shooting
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and stressful environment
• Valid state motor vehicle license with acceptable motor vehicle record

Physical/Environmental Demands

• Prolonged periods standing and walking
• Able to bend, stretch, push, pull, and move as needed to reach, clean, and service machinery
• Must be able to visually inspect machines
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 100 pounds
• Must wear safety glasses and hearing protection in designated areas
• Exposure to airborne particles or fumes
• Perform repairs at heights greater than 20 feet
• Ability to withstand cold and warm working conditions

Alsum Benefits

• Employer contributed health plan
• Employer paid life insurance
• Voluntary dental, life, disability, and vision insurance
• Onsite fitness center
• Vacation and holiday pay
• Profit sharing
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee discounts
• Educational assistance program

About the Role

Alsum Farms & Produce Inc., a grower, packer, and shipper of potatoes & onions located in Friesland, WI is looking for a full-time Second (2nd) Shift Maintenance Technician Lead!

Qualifications

Alsum Farms & Produce is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace