Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to analyze and resolve m mechanical and electrical problems, focusing on troubleshooting and continuous improvement on analog and digital electronic control systems, PLC programming, HMI systems, and computer network communications. This role involves ensuring the efficient operation and maintenance of process control instruments and equipment.

ResponsibilitiesAnalyze and resolve electrical problems, focusing on troubleshooting and continuous improvement on analog/digital electronic control systems.Document and implement work order procedures for new equipment/technology and complete documentation of all system modifications.Install and maintain both pneumatic and electronic process control instruments.Repair, calibrate, and clean instruments, pressure switches, flow tubes, and gauges to ensure minimal downtime and efficient utilization.Maintain flow of processes ensuring proper machine settings and speeds.Monitor key process points and maintain records ensuring compliance with established standards.Act as a troubleshooter to identify line performance issues and assist in correcting them.Install, adjust, and repair processing equipment in accordance with specifications.Maintain equipment utilizing a Planned Maintenance Program.Ensure safety of all employees by continuously monitoring compliance to safety procedures and evaluating processes for safety risks.Oversee strict observance of all safety rules and use extreme caution around moving machinery.Maintain general housekeeping of maintenance and production areas, actively working towards a clean and safe work environment.Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices.Essential SkillsExperience in maintenance repair, mechanical repair, and electrical wiring.Proficiency in troubleshooting, electrical troubleshooting, and PLC troubleshooting.Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, preventive maintenance, and mechanical maintenance.Additional Skills & QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent education experience.Two-year certificate from college or technical school; or six to twelve months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Why Work Here?

We offer an attractive benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage, along with a $250 referral bonus. Our tuition reimbursement program supports your professional development, and our holiday schedule allows for paid time off during the plant shutdown from Christmas Eve through New Year's Day. Participate in our wellness program to earn up to $150, and enjoy our fitness club reimbursement program, providing a $20 reimbursement after 8 visits in a calendar month. We also offer company-paid life insurance, long-term and short-term disability coverage, and a 401K plan with matching contributions. Employees are eligible for all benefits at 60 days, except for the 401K, which is available at 90 days.

Work Environment

Work in a food production facility with controlled environmental conditions requiring hair nets, beard nets, and boot coverings. The team size is approximately 6-10 people, working on lines that focus on canning foods.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of FARIBAULT, Minnesota

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $66000.00/yr.

Tuition reimbursement for relevant schooling/training to the field

For the Holiday Schedule all days listed are paid without needing to use any PTO. The plant shutdown varies each year based on when the holidays fall but it is always Christmas Eve through New Year’s Day is our shutdown time. President’s Day this year was our floating holiday so that is not always the same.

For the medical premiums the cost does drop for the following year if they do the biometric screen in October at our on-site wellness fair. That information is listed on page 13 in the benefit guide.

There is a wellness program that employees can earn anywhere from $75-$150 based on how many points they earn throughout the year and is paid out to them early January of the following year.

Fitness Club reimbursement program that after 8 visits in one calendar month we reimburse $20 to help with gym membership fees and we provide a discount on fitness tracking devices (fitbit) the company will pay up to $30 on your first purchase of a fitbit whether the purchase is made through the client or if the employee purchases one on their own.
client offers company paid life insurance, long term and short term disability, and 401K plans that Faribault Foods, Inc. matches %50 of employee contributions up to %6.

Employees are eligible for all benefits at 60 days except 401K employees are eligible at 90 days.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in FARIBAULT,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2025.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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