Maintenance Technician I - A Shift ($5,000 Sign-On Bonus)

Chobani•Roosevelt Park, MI

13d•$28 - $37

About The Position

Maintenance Technicians are responsible for the timely repair and preventative maintenance of plant equipment, including filling machines, metal detectors, case erectors, packers, sealers, pasteurizers, motors, pumps, and conveying equipment. Qualified applicants must have tangible experience troubleshooting mechanical and electrical breakdowns in manufacturing production equipment. Technicians follow established safety, GMP, environmental, and plant technical standards, as well as applicable federal, state, local, and company regulations, including OSHA, FDA, EPA, and SQF requirements. The role responds to maintenance calls and work orders, troubleshoots equipment and process issues, supports operations personnel, and identifies root causes and opportunities for continuous improvement and reliability. Technicians work safely, follow standard work and applicable EHS and FS&Q policies, and maintain quality and accuracy in their work. The position may require a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed. This is a full-time position with a salary range of $27.75–$37.25, plus bonus, equity, and benefits. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is stated in the job title.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two to five years of experience in a food production or manufacturing environment operating, repairing, and/or troubleshooting filling, packaging, and other processing equipment.
Experience with a combination of systems and processes such as pumps, mechanical drives, lubrication, fasteners, piping, proper tool use, motors, pneumatics, sensors, proximity switches, automatic valves, and other basic mechanical systems.
Practical experience operating power tools and maintenance shop equipment.
Ability to read mechanical and electrical drawings and schematics.
Ability to use technical manuals and precision measurement tools.
Experience working with work orders and CMMS/EAM systems in web-based computer applications.
Ability to perform without assistance, serve as a resource to others, explain complex nuances, improve processes, and address targeted and broader issues.
Understanding of, and ability to discuss, the application and implications of changes to processes within areas of competency.
Ability to work on one's feet for up to 12 hours; lift, push, or pull up to 60 pounds; climb ladders; work at heights and overhead; work in confined spaces; and work in very hot and very cool environments.
Regularly required to talk and hear; the position involves standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing throughout the day.
Must be punctual and maintain good attendance.

Nice To Haves

Two-year technical trade school certification, applicable military certifications, vocational training, and/or a Journeyman License.
Previous dairy, food, and beverage industry experience.

Responsibilities

Repair and perform preventative maintenance on plant equipment, including filling machines, metal detectors, case erectors, packers, sealers, pasteurizers, motors, pumps, and conveying equipment.
Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical breakdowns and rapidly assess, analyze, and resolve complicated problems, including those with limited initial information or direction.
Serve as a technical resource by providing guidance and assistance to operations personnel.
Identify root causes of problems rather than addressing symptoms alone.
Follow standard work orders and perform routine and repetitive tasks completely and accurately; check work for mistakes and meet or exceed standards.
Follow safety procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices, EHS policies, and FS&Q policies; identify and report plant issues and prevent unsafe or improper FS&Q practices.
Respond promptly to maintenance calls and work orders with a positive, guiding demeanor, and assist operations in solving problems and improving efficiencies.
Identify and implement continuous-improvement and reliability opportunities.
Manage changing priorities and multitask while remaining focused and professional in a fast-paced environment.
Work a flexible schedule as needed, including nights, weekends, and holiday shifts.
Maintain punctuality and good attendance.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision coverage
Disability insurance
Health savings account
Flexible spending accounts
Tuition reimbursement
401(k) match of 100% on up to 5% of eligible pay
Fertility assistance
Childcare assistance
12 weeks of parental leave at full pay after six months of continuous employment
Employee assistance program
Fitness discounts
Wellness reimbursement
On-site gym access at certain locations
Various types of paid and flexible time off based on start date and tenure
11 holidays each year
Bonus
Equity
$5,000 sign-on bonus