Associate Maintenance Tech/Maintenance Technician - Faribault Plant

Hormel Foods Family of Companies • Faribault, MN

7d • $22 - $38 • Onsite

About The Position

Join a team where your technical skills make a direct impact on production, food safety, and operational excellence. We are seeking motivated maintenance professionals who enjoy troubleshooting, problem-solving, and working with advanced industrial equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. As a Maintenance Technician, you will help ensure the reliability and efficiency of plant equipment by performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and completing repairs across multiple systems.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of electrical maintenance, industrial maintenance, or related technical experience.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical and electronic systems independently.
• Experience using multimeters, diagnostic tools, and electronic testing equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, diagrams, and wiring layouts.
• General understanding of plant electrical distribution, power systems, and utility infrastructure.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently while maintaining a strong focus on safety.
• Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 40 pounds or more as needed.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical troubleshooting, repairs, and preventative maintenance on production and facility equipment.
• Diagnose, calibrate, maintain, and repair electromechanical and state-of-the-art automated equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Adhere to National Electrical Code (NEC) standards and plant safety regulations.
• Complete preventative maintenance (PM) activities on assigned equipment and systems.
• Assist maintenance team members with work orders and scheduled maintenance projects.
• Perform bench scale maintenance and repair activities.
• Support electrical, mechanical, boiler/refrigeration, wastewater treatment, and utility systems as needed.
• Participate in the facility Emergency Response Team when required.
• Work collaboratively with production and maintenance teams to minimize downtime and improve equipment performance.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance after just 30 days
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Wellness Programs
• FREE two-year community or technical college tuition for eligible children of employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed