Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift - Le Sueur MN

Benefits:

• Employee Appreciation Events
• Employee Recognition and Awards
• Leadership Development Opportunities
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Company-Paid Short-Term Disability
• Medical and Dental Insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off

Job Overview We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician for our 1st Shift operations. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of maintenance experience, preferably in a manufacturing or machining environment.

The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for maintaining manufacturing equipment, troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring maximum equipment uptime.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, servicing, and calibration of manufacturing machinery and equipment.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Maintain and repair PLCs, robotics, automated machinery, motors, and computer-controlled equipment.
• Install, modify, upgrade, assemble, and rebuild manufacturing equipment.
• Perform equipment alignment, testing, calibration, and inspections.
• Identify potential equipment failures and take corrective action to minimize downtime.
• Develop and maintain preventive maintenance procedures.
• Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals.
• Use specialized measurement instruments and maintenance tools.
• Document maintenance activities, troubleshooting procedures, and completed repairs.
• Maintain accurate service reports and maintenance records using computerized systems.
• Recommend equipment improvements and future repair requirements.

Requirements & Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant maintenance experience, preferably in a machining or manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Knowledge of PLCs, robotics, automation, and industrial machinery.
• Experience with preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, blueprints, and wiring diagrams.
• Hands-on experience using maintenance tools and measurement instruments.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and make technical decisions.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to push and pull up to 100 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods.
• Comfortable working in hot, humid, and non-climate-controlled manufacturing environments.
• Ability to climb ladders and stairs.
• Ability to perform bending, reaching, carrying, and other physical tasks.
• Ability to read and understand written English work instructions.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety footwear, hearing protection, protective eyewear, and gloves.

Compensation & Benefits

• $28.00–$36.66 per hour, depending on experience.
• Medical and Dental Insurance.
• 401(k) with Company Match.
• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Company-Paid Short-Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Education Reimbursement Program.
• Career Advancement Opportunities.
• Leadership Development Opportunities.
• Employee Recognition and Awards.
• Employee Appreciation Events.

Work Schedule

• 1st Shift: Monday–Friday.
• Hours: 6:00 AM–2:30 PM.
• Saturday overtime as needed.
• Full-Time, On-Site Position.