Industrial Maintenance Technician – Union Food Manufacturing Facility

📍 Clyman, WI | 💵 Starting at $29.87/hr

🕒 Full-Time | Union Facility

Join a year-round, high-volume food production plant specializing in canned vegetables like corn, peas, and beets—as well as gravies—at a well-established union facility. We're hiring a hands-on Industrial Maintenance Technician III to support critical production operations. This position is ideal for mechanically inclined professionals looking to build their career in industrial maintenance with opportunities to grow in a stable, team-focused environment.

🕒 Schedule:

• Off-Pack Season (Dec–May): Standard shift is 4:30 PM – 1:30 AM.
• Fresh Vegetable Processing Season (June–Nov): Typically two shifts per day, each lasting 10–12 hours.
• 4:30 AM – 4:00 PM
• 4:00 PM – 4:30 AM
• Shifts during peak season can vary day-to-day depending on production needs.

Why You’ll Love This Role

Join a top-tier food-manufacturing operation where your mechanical skills keep our canning lines humming—and ensure our “Farm Fresh Goodness” reaches consumers at peak quality. We offer a best-in-class benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) match, paid time off) plus opportunities for hands-on training, skill development, and career advancement.

What You’ll Do

As a Maintenance Mechanic in our Canning Room, you’ll partner with senior mechanics and cross-functional teams to maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize our critical canning equipment:

• Hands-On Repairs & Assembly: Cut, form, and assemble replacement parts; repair machine guards; perform welding or cutting-torch work to keep lines running.
• Preventive Maintenance: Oil, grease, and inspect conveyors, piping, and auxiliary equipment, ensuring smooth operation and minimal unplanned downtime.
• Troubleshooting & Diagnostics: Visually inspect and test machinery; identify root causes of malfunctions and work with senior mechanics to implement effective repairs.
• Equipment Installation & Upgrades: Assist in rigging, aligning, and commissioning new or upgraded canning machinery—supporting everything from mechanical adjustments to final start-up checks.
• Documentation & Recordkeeping: Maintain accurate maintenance logs, parts inventories, and compliance records for audit-readiness and continuous improvement.
• Production Support: Step in to operate canning lines when needed—relieving production staff for breaks or covering critical roles during peak demand.
• Safety & Compliance: Follow all company work, safety, and GMP policies; participate in safety audits and contribute ideas for a safer workplace.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with operations, engineering, and quality teams to prioritize maintenance tasks and deliver on production goals.

What You Bring

• Mechanical Aptitude: 3–12 months’ experience with industrial machinery or a strong hands-on aptitude; willingness to learn on the job.
• Technical Skills: Comfort reading basic schematics, work instructions, and maintenance manuals.
• Certifications & Training: High school diploma or equivalent; forklift certification (or willingness to certify immediately).
• Team Player: Strong communicator, adaptable, and ready to support colleagues across maintenance and production.
• Safety Focus: Commitment to GMP, OSHA, and internal safety standards—demonstrated by following lock-out/tag-out procedures and reporting hazards.
• Reliability: Flexible approach to shift work and occasional after-hours support, ensuring the canning room stays fully operational.

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay: Aligned with your experience and local market rates.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, and generous PTO.
• Skill Building: On-the-job training, welding certifications, and opportunities to cross-train on other plant equipment.
• Career Pathing: Clear progression from mechanic apprentice to senior mechanic, lead, or maintenance planner.
• Engaged Culture: Collaborative teams, regular safety recognitions, and an environment where your suggestions for improvement matter.