Full Time Maintenance Tech in Manufacturing | 3rd Shift & WKD Shift | Experienced Applicants Preferred

WAGES

Our goal is to establish an hourly rate of pay that is appropriate based on experience, education, and certifications.

Please call Human Resources for further details on our profit sharing benefit: 715-268-0766

Potential wage figures as an EXAMPLE of potential earnings based on $24.65-30.65/hour provides a MAX GROSS earning potential with base wages & profit sharing = $77,938 to $96,907*

*Gross figures listed above do not include taxes, benefit deductions, overtime earnings, HSA/401(k) employer contributions, etc., nor do they factor in possible unpaid absences and should not be interpreted as guaranteed wages*

*Profit sharing is based on Plant profitability, your hourly rate of pay, and eligible hours worked, max 160 hours per month. The example above is not the exact hourly rate being offered for this role as wage will be dependent upon experience and education.*

BENEFITS

MEDICAL
DENTAL
401(K) COMPANY MATCH
HSA COMPANY MATCH
MONTHLY PROFIT SHARING
VISION INSURANCE
FSA MEDICAL
FSA CHILD CARE
COMPANY PAID LIFE INSURANCE
PAID TIME OFF AFTER 90 DAYS
NEW HIRE PRE-APPROVED TIME OFF
REWARDS & RECOGNITION PROGRAM
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANCE
REFERRAL BONUSES
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
CAREER ADVANCEMENT
TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES
AND MORE!

Job Description – Maintenance Technician

Department:

Maintenance

Job title:

Maintenance Technician

Classification:

Hourly

3rd Shift: Monday -Thursday (End Friday AM) [8:00 PM to 6:30 AM]

WKD Shift: Friday-Sunday [6:00 AM to 6:00 PM]

Reports to:

Maintenance Manager - Rusty Larson

x Full-time

Purpose of Position:

A Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing maintenance on various equipment and facilities at the Cardinal LG, Amery location. This role is also responsible for new equipment installation/tear-downs, troubleshooting mechanical issues, and finding ways to improve processes, PM’s, and equipment. Partners with production staff to ensure that production is being serviced properly and in a timely manner to minimize downtime.

Dress Code/ Protective Gear:

All Technicians must wear safety glasses and steel-toed shoes, PPE must be adorn if/when handling glass as prescribed by the department where the task is taking place. Additional clothing and/or PPE may be required depending upon the job task being completed (i.e. welding). Full work attire is provided for this position.

Essential Functions:

• Perform preventive maintenance on various equipment.
• Respond to calls in a timely manner while simultaneously prioritizing most important to least important.
• Work on projects with fellow technicians and individually, as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor and Maintenance Manager
• Use the ‘Maintenance Support’ website to complete the work orders posted/assigned.
• Seek ways to improve processes, PMs, and equipment.
• Clean tools and work area after completing tasks.
• Help maintain parts inventory by partnering and communicating with the Maintenance Purchaser to let them know when parts inventory is low or depleted.
• Partner with Production Managers, Production Supervisors, and other Team Members to schedule work being performed on equipment, with minimal down-time.
• Assist with new equipment installation/tear-downs.
• Troubleshoot machinery
• Perform facilities maintenance in office areas, bathrooms, and common areas, as needed.
• Works with outside contractors as needed.
• Follow all safety protocol and partner with safety personnel to ensure that all machinery is properly guarded and lock out tag out procedures are followed.
• Dispose of oils, lubricants, grease, and cleaning agents according to safety and environmental standards.

Additional Responsibilities

• Accept more challenging assignments as experience and knowledge allows
• Train others to help them gain knowledge in your strength areas as needed
• All other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to operate hand and power tools
• Self-directed/self-managed
• Excellent ability to partner with production and others across all departments and levels
• Positive attitude that aligns with Cardinal LG Amery's leadership philosophy of cultivating a positive work environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years maintenance experience in a manufacturing capacity
• Ability to interpret schematics
• Basic electrical troubleshooting and repair skills
• Plumbing knowledge
• Welding and/or machining experience
• Associates degree/technical degree in industrial maintenance or similar
• PLC knowledge
• Experience with programming/installing frequency drives
• HVAC experience
• Certified Electrician

Physical Elements:

• Constant standing and walking
• Frequent bending and reaching
• Frequent lifting, carrying and/or pushing objects weighing 20 pounds or more
• Frequent kneeling and balancing
• Frequent climbing and kneeling
• Oral and written communication
• Ability to see within normal parameters and hear within normal range

Occasionally - Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5 hrs/day)

Frequently - Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs/day)

Constantly - Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 hrs/day)

Mental Performing Elements:

• Ability to build relationships
• Ability to analyze, interpret and calculate data
• Problem solving
• Communicating with various audiences
• Creating written communication
• Ability to read and comprehend
• Ability to train others as required

Environmental Conditions:

This position exists in an indoor manufacturing facility. There is regular exposure to loud noises, fumes, odors, and dusts.

Comments: Working around the ovens can be very hot and extremely cold when working outside during winter. Individuals in maintenance may be working on slick surfaces such as the roof, and with snow or ice occasionally; proper footwear and extra precaution may be required.

This job description has been evaluated to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by management as deemed appropriate.

REV: 05/05/2026 - S.L.

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