Maintenance Technician (1st & 2nd Shift)

Branding Iron Holdings•Sauk Rapids, MN

16h•$30 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

For over 60 years, Branding Iron Holdings (“BIH”) has been producing high quality beef and pork products while delivering customized solutions to the food service and retail trade industries. With an eye to the future, BIH has put a strong focus on building internal talent and on leveraging unique product lines and national distribution to drive continued growth. Guided by a strong set of core values (Respect, Integrity and Stewardship), reflecting a culture of servant leadership at every level, BIH’s team works hard to foster a culture that embraces and builds meaningful, long-term relationships with both employees and its customer base. While maintaining a safe work environment, this role performs daily activities that support the production department through timely repair and maintenance of grinding, forming, freezing, and packaging equipment. This position plays a key role in preventing production line stoppages by troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues, completing scheduled preventative maintenance, and accurately documenting work within a CMMS system.

Requirements

Associate degree (2-year program) in Industrial Maintenance or 1–2 years of relevant experience with strong mechanical and electrical skills
Ability to lift 60–80 pounds and perform physical tasks (bending, climbing, reaching)
Ability to read and follow written instructions and safely use hand and power tools
Comfortable working in cold environments (approx. 40°F production floor; freezer areas at 0°F or below)
Ability to work in elevated areas and use ladders
Strong communication and interpersonal skills; receptive to feedback and able to clearly share information
Team-oriented with strong work ethic and logical problem-solving skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage workload, and meet deadlines

Nice To Haves

FORMAX, MULTIVAC, HVAC, HAZMAT, and Ammonia Refrigeration systems

Responsibilities

Analyze mechanical and operational processing equipment and repair issues using hand and trade tools
Repair and maintain production equipment, including hydraulic and pneumatic systems
Troubleshoot electrical systems, including opening panels, replacing starters, contactors, and relays, and interpreting schematics
Perform preventative maintenance on engines, motors, conveyors, forming equipment, freezers, and packaging machines
Follow diagrams, manuals, manufacturer instructions, and engineering specifications for maintenance tasks
Demonstrate knowledge of VFDs and PLCs; perform industrial electrical installation, service, repair, and wiring
Read and interpret schematic drawings
Record labor hours, preventative maintenance, and work orders in a CMMS system
Maintain a safe work environment by following PPE requirements and LO/TO procedures
Support continuous operation by responding quickly to equipment issues