Maintenance Technician

Select Milk Producers is one of the nation’s largest and most progressive dairy cooperatives, with 32 wholly owned subsidiaries, 8 processing plants, and 8 joint ventures including Continental Dairy Facilities, Continental Dairy Facilities Southwest, Mill Haven Foods, Select Custom Solutions, GreenLink and Select Services. With over 800 employees, the Select Milk family of companies impacts all aspects of the dairy farm business and at the heart of our family of companies, is you. "We strive to go above and beyond what’s expected in providing for our families, leading our employees, caring for our land and animals, serving our customers, producing quality milk, and serving one another. This commitment is more than our business, it’s in our culture and our character. We believe in being accountable, in doing what’s right, in performing at our best, in setting a higher standard." Select Milk Producers and its subsidiaries offer attractive compensation and a best-in-class benefits package that includes but is not limited to medical, vision, dental, life insurance, and more that can be tailored for you and your family. Other benefits for eligible employees include 401(k) up to 6% company match, life and disability insurance, and paid holidays & vacation. We are proud to promote an equal employment opportunity workplace. What Select offers you: Comprehensive benefits package focusing on your physical, financial and emotional health to include the following perks as well as the standard benefit offerings (health, dental, vision, etc.): Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Off Uniform Program Shoe Allowance Onsite gym Career Advancement Opportunities Leadership Development Opportunities to support our local communities Chance to apply best practices in sustainability and environmental initiatives Commitment to producing high quality nutritious products and providing nourishment around the world What this role is all about: We are looking for a Maintenance Technician I in La Crosse, WI. Schedule Options: 1st Shift, Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM (1 opening) 2nd Shift, Monday - Thursday: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM (No openings) 3rd Shift, Sunday - Thursday 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM (1 opening) The Maintenance Technician I assists in performing routine and breakdown maintenance on processing and packaging equipment. This position assists in keeping the plant running and in compliance with all rules and regulations by using safe methods of equipment repair/upkeep. The Maintenance Technician I assists in performing repairs as needed by the department, troubleshoots processes, performing preventive maintenance, and also assists with machine set ups and rebuilds. Job Duties: Assist in ensuring the operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing maintenance requirements (both planned and unplanned) on production, packaging, and processing equipment. Be readily available for emergency repairs in breakdown situations. Accurately read, analyze and interpret technical procedures, electrical schematics, service manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service. Assist in performing preventative maintenance (i.e. conducting computerized preventative maintenance check-ups or reading SPC charts and data) as needed. Assist in ensuring proper function of the line manufacturing support systems (line/lube delivery, chemical deliver, ingredient delivery, process systems, CIP systems, operational support.) Accurately complete work orders in a timely manner to maintain high quality standards. Maintain communication with other departments, management and employees; notifying them of problems and/or concerns that may restrict production efficiency. Complete all paperwork in a clear, legible and accurate format, including all required information and documenting in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s). Assist in maintaining parts and supplies inventory by checking parts out of inventory and assigning them to the proper work order; report low supply levels to Manager. Maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area, including maintenance shop. Adhere to Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS). Identify Critical Control Points (CCP). This position uses a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment to perform duties. Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operating Procedures. Safety Protocol: Stop any observed unsafe acts and obey facility safety rules and procedures. Correct or report any observed safety hazards. Support safety policies and programs. This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time. Qualifications: Education Required: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred. Associate’s or Technical School Degree in Mechanics, Electrical, Computer Science or Food Processing preferred. Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered. Experience Required: Minimum one (1) year of relevant experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred. Understanding of preventative maintenance programs required. Mechanic, pneumatic, hydraulic and basic electrical knowledge required. Where you’ll be working: Our La Crosse, WI, plant is home to approximately 330 employees. This facility supplies the food, beverage, and nutritional industries with innovative functional ingredients and superior quality contract manufacturing services. La Crosse, WI, is nestled between the Mississippi River and the rolling river bluffs. This town is home to a plethora of colleges, high-quality health care, community events, and cultural opportunities. If you want to enjoy outdoor activities there are many opportunities, such as hiking, cycling, skiing, and boating. The town hosts multiple events annually and is famously known for their Oktoberfest celebration as well as offering a minor league baseball team. Visit the La Crosse Chamber site https://www.lacrossechamber.com/ for more information on local events. AA/EEO – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity As you pour milk over your cereal or add it your coffee, do you ever stop and think where does it come from? I know, silly question — cows! But have you ever thought further, like where do these cows live? How are they treated? Select Milk Producers, Inc. takes that guesswork out. You can rest assured that the more than 7 billion pounds of milk that Select Milk produces each year comes from innovative sustainable farming and extraordinary animal care and comfort. Select Milk formed in 1994 out of a desire by a group of family dairy producers to develop a national footprint for the perfect milk. Founded on honesty, trust, and quality, Select Milk believes in providing their customers with the highest quality fresh milk and doesn’t settle for anything less. Select Milk believes in operating all aspects of their business with the highest standards, including its cooperative of 99 family dairy farm members. "We strive to go above and beyond what’s expected in providing for our families, leading our employees, caring for our land and animals, serving our customers, producing quality milk, and serving one another. This commitment is more than our business, it’s in our culture and our character. We believe in being accountable, in doing what’s right, in performing at our best, in setting a higher standard."