Maintenance Technician
Company: Agropur
Location: Le Sueur
Posted on: July 16, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Type: RegularThe Maintenance Technician II performs routine
and break down maintenance on processing and packaging equipment,
and is responsible for keeping the plant running and in compliance
with all rules and regulations by using safe methods of equipment
repair/upkeep. The Maintenance Technician II performs repairs as
needed by the department, troubleshoots processes, manages and
administers the preventive maintenance program, and assists with
machine set ups and rebuilds as needed. Invest in you, Join Agropur
as a Maintenance Technician in Le Sueur. We dairy you! The
Maintenance Technician II performs routine and break down
maintenance on processing and packaging equipment, and is
responsible for keeping the plant running and in compliance with
all rules and regulations by using safe methods of equipment
repair/upkeep. The Maintenance Technician II performs repairs as
needed by the department, troubleshoots processes, manages and
administers the preventive maintenance program, and assists with
machine set ups and rebuilds as needed. How Agropur invests in YOU:
Starting Rate: $29.22 hourly Two pay increases within a year, up to
$1.00 Schedule Monday to Friday 7am to 4pm Medical, Dental, Vision,
Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance 401(k) with up to 7%
company contributions 3 Weeks PTO Paid holidays and 2 floating
holidays Paid parental leave Advancement Opportunities Healthy
work/life balance Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Efficiently perform regular and preventative maintenance related to
the plant, equipment, and grounds in compliance with standard
operating procedures, good manufacturing practices, and safety
policies as enforced by OSHA. Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs
of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment during
the production process as needed. Prepare and set up machinery for
scheduled production runs. Effectively perform and assist in repair
or updating and installation of equipment. Perform troubleshooting
of equipment, including both electrical and mechanical systems.
Complete and update work orders using in-house systems. Complete
and maintain routine and preventive records and logs. Works closely
with production to minimize downtime while maintaining quality.
Perform buildings and grounds maintenance/up-keep as needed.
Maintain a working knowledge of all plant area processes.
Accurately read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders.
Other Duties and Responsibilities: Perform work accurately,
reliably, thoroughly, timely, and within safety guidelines.
Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices. 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 required. Technical school
coursework/Degree in boiler (not LSC), welding, electrical, HVAC
maintenance preferred. Experience Required: Minimum two (2) years
of maintenance/repair experience in a manufacturing environment
required. Mechanical and electrical aptitude required.
Certification/Licensure Required: None Skills Required: Communicate
effectively both verbally and in writing with managers and
colleagues. Decisions administered soundly and consistently with
policies and in compliance with appropriate laws and regulations.
Accurately scopes out length and difficult of tasks and projects,
sets objectives and goals, breaks down work into the process steps,
develops schedules and assignments, anticipates and adjusts for
problems or roadblocks, measures performance against goals,
evaluates results. Able to follow written, verbal and/or
diagrammatic instructions; solve practical problems; interpret
verbal and written instructions; logical thinking to solve problems
including abstract and concrete variables; address practical
problems; comprehend most complex concepts. Able to exchange basic
informational data (fill out forms/checklists, copy data from one
record to another, etc.); interview to gather information; advise
others on alternatives/options; coach and counsel others; read,
understand and explain technical data. Ability to solve problems by
adapting knowledge and experience. Ability to work with minimum
supervision, adapt to a changing environment quickly, and think
independently. Demonstrate functional and technical knowledge,
ability to learn new skills quickly, and achieve a high level of
accomplishment. Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy in
work. Basic math plus fractions, decimals and percentages, as well
as algebraic calculations. Basic computer operational skills; able
to input and retrieve computerized information. Strong
interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively at all levels
in a collaborative team environment. Results driven, bottom-line
oriented, strive to exceed goals, and motivate self and others to
achieve positive outcomes. Exhibit a professional manner in dealing
with others and work to maintain constructive working
relationships. AA/EEO – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual
Orientation/Gender Identity Agropur welcomes people from all
backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a
diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and
inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work
with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an
adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.
In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons
is intended only to lighten the text.
Keywords: Agropur, Maple Grove , Maintenance Technician, Construction - Building Trades , Le Sueur, Minnesota