Perception Internship Jobs in Missouri (NOW HIRING)

Description

At Cosmos Corporation, we make health and wellness products that help people and pets live better lives. From our O'Fallon, Missouri headquarters, we manufacture high-quality, natural liquid products with ingredients people trust!

The Maintenance Technician II - 2nd Shift performs preventive and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment, facility systems, and utilities to support safe, efficient plant operations. This role requires hands-on industrial maintenance experience and the ability to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems with limited supervision. The position is expected to own assigned work orders, document repairs accurately, support equipment reliability, and work closely with senior maintenance and controls personnel on automation-related issues such as sensors, VFDs, HMIs, and PLC-controlled systems. Regular attendance is required. This is a safety-sensitive position and employees must not be under the influence of any substance while working.

• Complete assigned preventive and corrective maintenance work orders safely and efficiently to maintain plant uptime.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment using sound maintenance practices, escalation judgment, and available technical resources.
• Maintain manufacturing equipment, facility systems, and utilities, including lighting, plumbing, compressed air, and electrical infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot automated bottling equipment, sensors, VFDs, HMIs, and PLC-controlled systems; partner with senior technicians and controls personnel when issues require deeper programming or controls support.
• Serve as a technical resource for Maintenance Technician I staff on routine troubleshooting and repair questions, escalating complex controls or programming issues to senior technicians as needed.
• Maintain accurate work orders, maintenance records, and parts-usage documentation.
• Follow all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and GMP, and keep a clean, organized work environment.
• Demonstrate curiosity, ownership, and a willingness to continuously learn new equipment, technologies and maintenance practices. 

The work schedule for this 2nd Shift position is Monday - Friday, 3:00 PM until 11:00 PM.

Requirements

• Technical degree, diploma, or certificate in Electrical Automation, Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Electromechanical Technology, Industrial Electricity, or a related technical field.
• Previous industrial maintenance experience required; technical school projects, internships, military technical experience, or equivalent hands-on experience will be considered.
• Mechanical aptitude and electrical troubleshooting fundamentals.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools, pneumatic and hydraulic tools, and electrical test equipment (e.g., multimeter).
• Familiarity with computers and basic software; exposure to industrial automation (PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and VFDs) a plus (training provided).

Competencies

• Mechanical troubleshooting and repair judgment
• Electrical troubleshooting fundamentals
• Problem-solving
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Communication
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Safety awareness
• Dependability
• Initiative and ownership

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Standing and walking for 100% of the shift, walk upstairs and climb up ladders and walk throughout the facility. Use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee frequently reaches with hands and arms, including overhead; stoops, bends, kneels, and crouches; and must be able to communicate clearly.

The employee must regularly push, or pull, lift, carry, materials and products weighing up to 60 pounds throughout the day, including lifting items overhead. Work is performed in a manufacturing environment with exposure to varying and sometimes uncontrolled temperature conditions that are hot, humid and cold, as well as moderate noise levels and moving mechanical parts.

Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Benefits & Culture

• Paid vacation, sick leave, and Five Mission Days.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision group insurance.
• 401(k) contribution.
• Development programs. 
• A positive, purpose-driven culture where people truly care about one another.

Cosmos is a company that supports and invests in its employees. We have a healthy workplace culture guided by a clear vision, mission, promise, and values! Our culture is intentionally fostered daily by how employees live out our values. The result is a place where employees genuinely enjoy coming to work every day!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Cosmos Corporation is an equal-opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. Cosmos Corporation makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.