Maintenance Technician - Second or Third Shift

About the Role

Alsum Farms & Produce Inc., a grower, packer, and shipper of potatoes & onions located in Friesland, WI, is looking for full-time Second (2nd) and 3rd Shift Maintenance Technicians. As a Maintenance Technician, you will perform the maintenance of large production machinery while maintaining records of repairs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs preventive maintenance inspections and service on machines
• Thoroughly cleans machines and machine parts, removing parts and reinstalling as necessary
• Lubricates machines to ensure effective performance
• Records and reports damaged, worn, or broken parts to be ordered
• Installs replacement parts for machines
• Identifies the causes of unexpected breakdowns of machines
• Repairs broken machines quickly and efficiently
• Use of CMMS for documenting work performed
• Maintains a clean, organized store room, and maintains shop areas, tools, and supplies
• Coordinates with manager to schedule regular maintenance on machines
• Collaborates with Maintenance manager regarding new products being added and modifications that will be required
• Makes necessary modifications and testing equipment; confers with production manager regarding test results and makes additional alterations to machinery as required
• Perform other related duties as necessary or assigned

Qualifications

• Some vocational or community college with related coursework or equivalent experience, required

Required Skills and Abilities

• Mechanically inclined with great problem-solving skills
• Works well independently and with others
• Good communication skills
• Organized with attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and stressful environment
• Valid state motor vehicle license with acceptable motor vehicle record
• Self-motivated and able to function as part of a team
• Ability to utilize Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) software
• Ability to utilize Human Resource Information System (HRIS) software

Physical and 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 climb ladders when needed
• 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

Pay and Schedule

• Job Type: Full-time
• Job Schedule: Monday - Friday
  • 2nd Shift: 2:30pm-11:00pm or 3:30pm-12:00am
  • 3rd Shift: 10:30pm-7:00am
• Salary: $27.00-$34.00 per hour depending on experience (plus shift premium)
• Work Location: Friesland, WI
• Supplemental Pay: Monthly Tool Reimbursement
• Company-provided uniforms

Benefits

Alsum Farms & Produce offers its full-time (30 hours or more) employees:

• 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