Weekend Maintenance Technician (6am-6pm)

Great Lakes Cheese • La Crosse, WI

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About The Position

The Weekend Maintenance Technician I, II, III, or IV ensures maximum operating efficiency by repairing machines and equipment in production and facility areas. The assigned level depends on experience, qualifications, and work history.

The role responds to production requests involving immediate production-line issues, maintains production equipment and preventive-maintenance records, requisitions parts and supplies, and identifies problem areas for permanent solutions. Employees are expected to follow safety policies and procedures and to produce products in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices and the policies and procedures in the Safe Quality Food Program. Other responsibilities may be assigned by the manager.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of maintenance experience and/or training.
• Fundamental understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Ability to make decisions based on standard practices.
• Entry-level experience and knowledge of production machinery and equipment.
• Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations.
• Basic computer skills.

Nice To Haves

• At least 5 years of maintenance experience and/or training.
• Extensive understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Broad depth of experience and knowledge of production machinery and equipment.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, troubleshoot, and solve problems.
• Extensive electrical knowledge or training.
• Extensive knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to weld using TIG, MIG, and Stick processes.

Responsibilities

• Respond to production requests for immediate attention to production-line issues and problems.
• Maintain production equipment.
• Maintain records of preventive maintenance.
• Create requisitions for parts and supplies needed to maintain equipment.
• Identify problem areas and address them with permanent solutions.
• Follow stated safety policies and procedures.
• Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices and the policies and procedures outlined in the Safe Quality Food Program.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the manager.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED