Maintenance Jobs in Portage, WI (NOW HIRING)

Pay:$28.00 - $32.00 per hour

Plus Shift Differentials

Job description:

We are offering a $2,000 sign-on bonus and an excellent starting wage.

Hours: 9PM-5AM Monday-Friday OR 1PM-9PM

Position Summary:

Repairs and maintains equipment and infrastructure at the production facilities and warehouse operations. Performs daily and weekly preventive maintenance programs to insure efficient operation of mechanical equipment. Maintains a positive working relationship with other departments throughout the company.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Maintains Production and Facility equipment
• Prompt and effective response and resolution to work orders (checklist & reports)
• Maintains and checks tool and material inventory level. Communicates to Foreman and/or Lead if additional supplies are required.
• Conducts regularly and visual inspection (reports) of facility and equipment in order to determine repairs and communicates potential equipment failure and/or issues.
• Conducts preventive maintenance work required (cleaning, lubricating, greasing, oiling) to ensure optimum working order.

Key Activities:

• Effective Communication with associates and management
• Follows proper operating procedures
• Prioritize work orders by considering the importance of the work and the time needed to complete the work.
• Recognizes and repairs malfunctions in processing, filling and ancillary equipment
• Inform supervisor or management of any issues with materials or product
• Completes all documents accurately as required.
• Maintains adequate hand tool supply to perform maintenance repairs in an acceptable craftsmanship manner
• Responsible for complying to all Safe Quality Food (SQF) polices/procedures and requirements for position.
• Responsible for following Safety (OSHA) regulations and procedures.
• FollowGMP’s, sanitation procedures ,and quality procedures as set forth by QA and/or supervisors.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Manager, Maintenance Supervisor, Maintenance Lead, Maintenance Foreman, or other Management.

Skills Required:

• Hands-on can-do mentality
• Troubleshooting
• Basic PLC Skills (Preferred)
• Basic knowledge of electrical meter and trouble shooting.
• Communication
• Knowledge of Good Management Practices
• Positive Safety attitude
• Welding Experience

Necessary Experience:

• High School or equivalent
• 5 years experience in a manufacturing environment
• Machine Operations (Preferred)
• Food Manufacturing (Preferred)
• Proficient Mechanical Experience
• Electrical Experience

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Maintenance: 4 years (Preferred)
• Manufacturing maintenance: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

WORK ENVIROMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Production roles are performed in a foodmanufacturingenvironment and require strict adherence to food safety, quality, and workplace safety standards, including use of required PPE. Employees may work in areas with variable temperatures, machinery noise, and exposure to food ingredients and sanitation chemicals. The role requires standing or walking for extended periods, performing repetitive tasks, and regularly lifting up to 25–35 pounds (occasionally up to 50 pounds with assistance). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

*V&V Supremo Foods is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing a fair and inclusive environment where all employees and applicants have equal opportunities to succeed.*

You should be proficient in:

• Food and Beverage Manufacturing
• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment