Maintenance Technician

Foremost Farms USA is one of the largest, leading dairy cooperatives in the United States and major dairy food and ingredients manufacturing business. We represent hundreds of Midwest dairy farmer members located in seven Midwest states, and we produce about 500 million pounds of cheese and 50 million pounds of butter in plants across our network every year. "We Bring Dairy to Life" in eight manufacturing plants across Wisconsin and Michigan and in our headquarters in Middleton (Madison), Wisconsin; and we're looking for employees who are innovative and aim for excellence in our wide variety of production, field and business roles. Join us!

JOB TITLE: Maintenance Technician
POSITION TYPE: Full time
CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

STARTING PAY RATE: $ 22.75/hour - $24.75/hour based on experience

$1.00 per hour increase after 60 days

Earn an additional $0.75/hour shift premium for pm hours worked.

PM Relief Shift,
Normal schedule is 7:00PM - 3:00AM Monday - Friday.

Relief position will cover weekend PTO for other maintenance technicians.

Holiday work is required on a rotating basis

Join Our Team Today!

We are Located at 6501 Fitzner Road Greenville, MI 48838

Your future career is at Foremost Farms USA! We are seeking a Maintenance Technician at our facility in Greenville, Michigan.

SCHEDULE

• Opening available for a PM relief shift
• Normal schedule is M-F; 7pm-3am
  • Relief position will cover weekend PTO for other maintenance technicians
• Holiday work is required on a rotating basis.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior experience in the dairy and food processing equipment preferred
• Knowledge of GMP's and OSHA is highly desirable
• Tig welding or sanitary 3A welding experience is a plus
• Prior PLC experience is helpful, programming and troubleshooting
• Prior experience with boilers, cooling towers, chillers, pumps, and motors
• Mechanical ability, basic fabrication, hand tools, disassemble/assemble equipment
• Able to read and comprehend standard operating procedures
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical circuits
• Experience with single phase and three phase power helpful
• Must complete a general maintenance exam
• Participation in a team environment
• Must be detail oriented, willing to learn
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced work environment
• Must be at least 18+ years old
• Willing to use a forklift and scissor lift (training is provided)

• Able to lift up to 50 pounds with reasonable accommodations

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Installation/repair of motors, valves, and pumps
• Welding of stainless steel
• Maintenance chillers, boilers, and air compressors
• Assist with regulatory inspections
• Preventative maintenance
• Record keeping
• Electrical troubleshooting
• Pneumatics
• Instrumentation
• Basic HVAC maintenance
• Maintain other manufacturing equipment
• Other responsibilities as needed

BENEFITS:

Foremost Farms offers some of the best benefits in the area, because you and your family matter. Our comprehensive medical plan includes health, vision, dental, and prescription insurance. Employees pay less than $240/month for single coverage and less than $420/month for family coverage, with low annual deductibles ($250/$500). Other benefits include:

• On-the-job training
• Paid vacation and holidays; premium pay for working holidays
• 401(k) with a generous company contribution
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care expenses
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral program
• Option: Get Paid Everyday with Daily Pay!
• Advancement opportunities!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled are encouraged to apply.

At Foremost Farms USA, we believe that employee diversity brings strength to our organization. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disabilities, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

Successful completion of pre-employment screening is required, which could include a drug test, background check, and other verifications or assessments to be sure you will be able to succeed in your position.

Are you ready to Be Foremost?

Apply today at www.foremostfarms.com