Senior Maintenance Technician

Why Join the Rangen Group?

As a newly formed independent global company with a 100-year legacy, we are poised for significant growth and opportunity. You will play a role in shaping our future, strengthening customer trust, and unlocking unlimited growth potential. We are a safety-first organization, and we make our customers and employees priority.

The formal job description is below but first let me ask you a few questions:

• Are you looking to build your career with a rapidly growing pet, livestock & aquaculture nutrient manufacturer where your ideas and contributions can make a real impact from day one? We are a proud American Manufacturer.
• Do you want abundant growth opportunities, clear career pathways, and the chance to advance as the company continues to expand?
• Are you excited by joining a business on a fast track to becoming an employer of choice, where innovation and ambition are encouraged?
• Do you value working in an environment where passion for quality products, and continuous improvement drive everything we do?
• Are you ready to be part of a dynamic, high-energy team and with a company who has success in growing the business year over year?
• Do you get excited about being with a company who evaluates the market regularly to ensure their wages are competitive? A company also provides rich benefits and takes their employees safety and wellbeing in mind.

If this sounds like a place that motivates you and you'd like to make a career for yourself, we welcome you to apply! With our new leadership team onboard, we are reshaping the landscape and invite you to join to apply to our exciting opportunities!

Rangen, LLC has an immediate opening for a skilled and safety-conscious Sr. Mechanic Technician to join our maintenance team. This individual will be responsible for installing, assembling, maintaining, and repairing industrial machinery and mechanical equipment to ensure smooth and efficient plant operations. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude, precision alignment experience, and a commitment to quality workmanship and workplace safety.

There are two positions available. Candidates must be able to work overtime.

• Monday through Friday: 6:30 am to 3:30 pm
• Tuesday through Saturday shift: 3:00 pm to 12:00 am.

• Install, align, and assemble feed production equipment, including mixers, pellet mills, grinders, extruders, and conveyors.
• Use precision tools (levels, laser alignment, dial indicators) to ensure proper alignment and balance.
• Set up new or rebuilt machinery following technical drawings, schematics, and manufacturer specifications.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance (PM) on mechanical systems to minimize unplanned downtime.
• Inspect belts, bearings, chains, gearboxes, and drive systems for wear or damage.
• Lubricate, adjust, and replace worn components to keep systems operating efficiently.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and update work orders in the plant’s CMMS system (if applicable).
• Diagnose and repair mechanical failures on feed mill equipment such as elevators, augers, and pellet presses.
• Identify root causes of breakdowns and recommend long-term corrective actions.
• Work closely with operators and electricians to resolve mechanical and electrical issues affecting production.
• Fabricate or modify equipment parts using welding, cutting, and machining tools.
• Assist in the design and improvement of production systems to enhance throughput or safety.
• Install guards, supports, and brackets as needed to ensure equipment integrity and OSHA compliance.
• Work directly with contractors to ensure 3rd party work is completed safely and meets quality specifications.
• Assist safety and quality teams when needed to ensure compliance with regulatory rules and regulations.
• Serve as member of Food Safety Team; ensure compliance with all Food Safety Guidelines, FDA and OSHA guidelines, as well as Federal and State laws governing the workplace.
• Participate in all required training.
• Ensure compliance with all.
• Other duties as assigned.

• At least 5 years of maintenance experience…