Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

At Lakeside Foods and our family of companies, we're committed to providing wholesome foods to enrich people's lives through food. We are a culture that pursues our vision of growth and innovation with passion, confidence, and commitment. We are strongest together – valuing collaborative contribution, transparency and new ideas to enable change and growth. We are committed to an inclusive and respectful environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance, and there's a seat at the table for you.

Become One of Our Valued Mechanics:
Here at Lakeside Foods, our maintenance technician team is the backbone of our operations, ensuring equipment runs optimally while maintaining the facility. Maintenance mechanics/technicians are respected versatile team members, performing mechanical and/or fabrication updates and using their knowledge to continuously improve production processes. If you are a creative problem-solver who perseveres through challenging equipment repairs, or is willing to learn, we want to talk with you.

What You'll Get: $2,500 Sign-On Bonus Enjoy a 4-day work week during our off season, December to June Production Season, running approximately from June – November, this position will work the overnight 12-hour shifts, 4 days on 2 days off rotating schedule Stable work environment with a growing company Competitive wages based on experience Paid onsite and offsite training Positive work environment with family spirit An Employer that works hard to ensure your safety on the job Prescription safety glasses & safety shoe reimbursement Benefits:
Medical, Dental, and Vision plans Company contributions to your Health Savings Account Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance Company Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness Insurance Wellness Programs Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays 401(k) plan with Company Match

What You'll Do:
Repair and maintain a wide variety of food processing machinery and conveyers Work with fabrication, installation of equipment, hydraulics and pneumatics Assist with maintaining product flow through the plant as needed Adhere to all Lakeside Foods policies, procedures, and training requirements

What You'll Bring:
Mechanical aptitude Prior experience with mechanical maintenance preferred Prior welding experience is a plus Positive attitude and strong work ethic Must have a great safety attitude Willingness to learn/enhance skills through on the job training

Where You'll Work: WELCOME TO NEW RICHMOND Located 29 miles from Saint Paul, MN and 37 miles from Minneapolis, MN New Richmond is known for its breathtaking scenery. Explore everything this area has to offer — from activities and attractions, to fairs and festivals, there's something here for everybody!