Weekend Maintenance Technician (6am-6pm) at Great Lakes… · La Crosse

Founded in 1958, Great Lakes Cheese is the largest packager of natural cheese in the United States. We are proud to offer our retail, foodservice, and co-pack customers with award-winning natural and processed bulk, shredded, and sliced cheeses.

At Great Lakes Cheese, we believe in the value of values. We are true partners internally and externally, building on a foundation of respect and putting forth our best at every opportunity. This partnership approach has driven our tremendous growth and earned us awards such as the #8 Top Workplace in Northeast Ohio.

Our Employee Stock Ownership Plan makes every employee an owner. GLC Owners are problem solvers - they look for opportunities to help and take action. Our Owners are passionate about their work and eagerly advance their knowledge and capabilities. Most importantly, they act with integrity. At Great Lakes Cheese, we do the right thing because it’s the right thing to do.

Join our Great Lakes Cheese family and own a piece of the action.

Job Overview

The Weekend Maintenance Technician I, II, III, or IV will ensure maximum operating efficiency through the repair of machines and equipment in production and facility. The assigned level will depend on experience, qualifications, and work history.

Job Responsibilities

• Respond to production requests for immediate attention to production line issues and problems. • Maintain production equipment. • Maintain records of preventative maintenance. • Create requisitions of parts and supplies to maintain equipment. • Identify problem areas and address with permanent solutions. • All GLC employees are expected to perform any assignment or job task according to the stated safety policies & procedures. • All GLC employees are expected to produce our products in a manner that exceeds the quality and value expectation of our customers and consumers by adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices, Policies and Procedures outlined in our Safe Quality Food Program. • Other responsibilities as assigned by the manager.

Required Education and Experience

• High School diploma or GED. • 1 year of maintenance experience and /or training or more. • Fundamental understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Ability to make decisions based on standard practices.
• Entry level experience and knowledge of production machinery and equipment.
• Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems. • Familiarity with OSHA regulations. • Basic computer skills.

Preferred Education and Experience

• 5 years of maintenance experience and/or training or more. • Extensive understanding of manufacturing processes. • Broad depth of experience and knowledge of production machinery and equipment. • Ability to handle multiple tasks, troubleshoot and problem solve. • Extensive electrical knowledge/training. • Extensive knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems. • Ability to weld. (TIG, MIG and Stick)

Working Conditions

• Frequent lifting, transporting, and staging of material that weighs up to 55 pounds from floor-to-waist, waist-to-shoulder, or shoulder-to-overhead.

• Frequent pushing/pulling of material on carts.

• Off shift work, weekends, and overtime required.

• Powered industrial vehicles, such as forklifts/tow motors or scissor lifts, are required in order to accomplish daily tasks in a variety of spaces, including spaces with limited space and low lighting.

• Repetitive work in a fast-paced production environment with a temperature range from 30 – 100 degrees F.

• Troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance may require bending/kneeling/crawling while handling diagnostic devices and tools in order to access the equipment.

• Various types of PPE are required to prevent exposure to hazardous materials, to reduce the risk of injury, and/or to protect the quality of our product.

• Work is performed in a variety of areas, at different heights, where it may be necessary to ascend/descend stairs & ladders.

EEOC & Disclaimer

Great Lakes Cheese is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

Great Lakes Cheese is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.