Senior Technician, Maintenance; 2nd Shift - Ulm, MN

Senior Technician, Maintenance

New Ulm, MN

Onsite

The Senior Technician, Maintenance ensures the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of plant and facility equipment by performing advanced troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance. This role supports production continuity and contributes to continuous improvement in maintenance practices.

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Diagnose and resolve equipment failures promptly to minimize downtime.
• Execute preventive and predictive maintenance programs to optimize asset reliability.
• Conduct plant rounds, inspections, and operational checks (e.g., water treatment, refrigeration systems).
• Maintain accurate records of spare parts usage and maintenance activities in CMMS.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies during all maintenance tasks.

• Technical diploma or equivalent in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in industrial maintenance required, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency in CMMS and Microsoft Office tools.
• Knowledge of single-phase and three-phase electrical systems.
• Familiarity with safety regulations and maintenance best practices.

Salary $ per hour.

In addition to base salary, we also offer a comprehensive total rewards package, inclusive of annual incentive pay, a retirement savings plan, health care coverage, paid time off, recognition programs and a broad range of other benefits. All benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements.

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement. At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.