Maintenance Technician-2nd Shift

Job Details: Job Location: Beaver Dam

• BEAVER DAM, WI, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $27.00 - $35.00Hourly, Job Shift: 2nd Shift, Company Information At Richelieu Foods, we are dedicated to a culture of belonging for everyone. Driven by our values of ownership, respect, and growth, we put people, safety, and quality above all else -- delicious pizza, outstanding service, and solid customer relationships are what happens as a result. Richelieu Foods, Inc. is a leading national private label and contract packing food manufacturer focused on frozen pizza. We have two manufacturing facilities located in IL and WI. We provide products to many national retailers, wholesalers, distributors, club and mass stores, as well as industrial accounts including other food manufacturers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Observes mechanical devices in operation to locate causes of trouble. Fabricate, disassemble and assemble production equipment to gain access to and remove defective parts Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments.

Repairs or replaces defective parts. Lubricates and cleans parts. Initiates purchase order for parts and machines and creates and documents hours worked on applicable work orders. Performs preventative maintenance on all equipment and troubleshoot/repair processing, filling and packaging production equipment. Weld, perform sheet metal work and employ basic shop floor skills (lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools).

Install, move, and relocate machinery/equipment according to blueprints and other drawings. Read and interpret blueprints and equipment manuals. Performs other duties as assigned by the Lead or Supervisor. Required Qualifications Minimum of three to five years’ experience in an industrial maintenance role. Knowledge of troubleshooting bearings, belts, sheaves, sprockets, chains, and gear reducers and proper alignment of these drive devices Experience in inspection of all included above and the ability to make recommendations on the proper level of replacement and inspection Ability to make recommendations on spare parts, lock-out tag-out, guarding, and the level of operator involvement for proper machine integrity Preferred Qualifications Previous experience in the food industry and knowledge of GMP’s and SQF audits would be valuable Essential Skills and Abilities Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form Working Conditions While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and power industrial truck. The employee is frequently exposed to cold, wet and/or humid conditions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Pay and Benefits The following information is provided in accordance with applicable state and local laws.

Compensation

is based on experience, geographic locations, and other legally permitted factors. The hourly pay range for this position is $27.00–$35.00. This position may also be eligible for overtime pay and shift differentials.

Benefits

for this role include medical, dental, and vision insurance; pre-tax spending accounts; 401K with company match; paid time off; short-term and long-term disability; and life insurance. Disclosures This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, or working conditions associated with the job.

It is intended only to be a general description of the essential functions common to positions of this type. Richelieu Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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