Olive Jobs

Maintenance Technician

Apple Valley Foods, US - Inc.

Austin, MNJobNo compensation foundPosted 5mo agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago
Evaluate my fit

Most applications go out cold — see where you stand first. No sign-up to start.

Don't just apply. Show up ready.

Olive works from this exact posting — no sign-up to start.

Evaluate your fitSee where you stand — strengths, gaps, and what to fix first.Get started →Tailor your résuméRewritten against this posting, with a diff of every change.Get started →Practice the interviewA voice mock interview built from this job description.Get started →

At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Austin, MN
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Apple Valley Foods, US - Inc. is hiring a Maintenance Technician. The Industrial Maintenance Technician ensures equipment reliability by repairing and maintaining a wide range of processing equipment across the plant. This role involves troubleshooting, diagnosing, and developing sustainable solutions for various systems, including PLC controlled equipment, electrical, hydraulic/pneumatic, and mechanical systems. The technician will also support the Preventative Maintenance program and complete assigned work orders.

Key focus areas include Ensure safety and food-safety by following all company, OSHA, and government rules and procedures, Effectively support the Preventative Maintenance (PM) program with a goal of continually reducing unscheduled downtime, and Troubleshoot, diagnose, and develop sustainable solutions for issues with equipment.

Successful candidates bring 2+ Years Maintenance Experience Or 5 Years Related Trade Experience. Important skills include Troubleshoot PLC Controlled Equipment, Troubleshoot Plant Electrical Systems, Troubleshoot Hydraulic/Pneumatic Systems, Troubleshoot Mechanical Systems, Continuous Improvement Mindset, and Basic Machine Tools.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Troubleshoot PLC Controlled EquipmentTroubleshoot Plant Electrical SystemsTroubleshoot Hydraulic/Pneumatic SystemsTroubleshoot Mechanical SystemsContinuous Improvement MindsetBasic Machine ToolsHand ToolsBasic Electrical Trouble-Shooting EquipmentRead SpecificationsAttention to DetailCommunicate EffectivelyDetail OrientedSelf-MotivatedWorking Knowledge of ElectricalWorking Knowledge of Motor ControlsWorking Knowledge of Main DistributionWorking Knowledge of Process ControlWorking Knowledge of WiringWorking Knowledge of Components

Qualifications

2+ Years Maintenance Experience or 5 Years Related Trade ExperienceAssociate's or Bachelor's Degree in Related FieldMaintenance Technician Certification6+ Months Food Processing/Manufacturing Experience

Full job description

Maintenance Technician

Summary

Title:Maintenance Technician

ID:1052

Location:Austin, MN

Department:Operations

More about this job >

Description

Overview

The Industrial Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring equipment reliability by repairing and maintaining a wide range of processing equipment across the plant.

Job Responsibilities

  • Ensure safety and food-safety by following all company, OSHA, and government rules and procedures including; Lock-out / Tag-out procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's), personal safety, and food safety/SQF Program standards;

  • Effectively support the Preventative Maintenance (PM) program with a goal of continually reducing unscheduled downtime;

  • Troubleshoot, diagnose, and develop sustainable solutions for issues with equipment to include; PLC controlled equipment, plant electrical, hydraulic/pneumatic, and mechanical systems including motors, instrumentation, distribution, and feed control systems;

  • Complete all assigned work orders within the time allotted;

  • Maintain complete records of work performed using software, work orders and detailed logs;

  • Assist with equipment change overs and line startups, troubleshooting issues as needed;

  • Identify required parts and maintain current inventories, and parts reorder lists;

  • Act with a Continuous Improvement mindset seeking areas of opportunity for improvement and participating in cross-functional CI focused projects;

  • Repair sinks, hoses, water lines, toilets, and plumbing equipment;

  • Maintain wheels on racks, tubs, transits and ensure they are greased and in good working order;

  • Complete all building repairs; maintain walls, ceilings, and floors in good repair;

  • Contact refrigeration contractor when needed for maintenance or repair of refrigeration and/or HVAC system is needed;

  • Assist with installation of new equipment;

  • Performs other required tasks as assigned.

Job Requirements

  • Associates or Bachelor’ degree in related field (technical or vocational education) highly preferred but not required;

  • Minimum of two (2) years maintenance experience or 5 years related trade experience required;

  • Working knowledge of electrical, motor controls, main distribution, process control, wiring and components.

  • Maintenance Technician certification highly desired;

  • Six months or more of experience in the food processing/manufacturing preferred;

  • Proficient in use of basic machine tools and hand tools;

  • Proficient in use of basic electrical trouble-shooting equipment;

  • Ability to read specifications and pay attention to detail;

  • Ability to communicate effectively;

  • Detail oriented and self-motivated.

You've read the whole posting — now see how you match it.

Evaluate my fit