Maintenance Technician; Day Shift

Maintenance Technician I

We are seeking a Maintenance Technician I to troubleshoot, fix, and maintain equipment. This role supports preventative maintenance at the plant and is expected to learn basic maintenance skills and complete related tasks as needed. The technician will carry out activities with reliability, integrity, compliance, and in a safe, environmentally responsible, and efficient manner.

• Perform basic maintenance tasks per work orders assigned.
• Understand how to work safely and speak up when you do not.
• Continue to learn new skills and grow in your maintenance expertise.
• Collaborate and build relationships with team members at the plant.

• High School diploma or GED.
• 2 years of experience in a Manufacturing environment.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Effectively use computer applications.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks.
• Willingness to learn new skills until demonstrating proficiency in basic technical competencies.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude, including ability to problem solve.
• Knowledge of food safety requirements and HACCP.

• Experience with CMMS system.
• Experience with conveying and packaging equipment.

• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as required (safety glasses, protective footwear, hearing protection, respirator).
• Ability to work a rotating schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work a machine-paced continuous process that operates 24/7 with conditions including heat/cold temperatures, indoor/outdoor environment, dusty environment, noisy environment, frequent moving/vibration or other motion of equipment/processes, elevated places (stairs/ladders).
• Ability to perform work at a computer and other administrative/managerial tasks.

• Willing to work weekends, holidays, 7-day weeks, and opposing shifts when needed.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future.
• All offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a pre-employment background check and/or drug test.
• Team members must be clean shaven for roles requiring respiratory protection.

Location:

Wichita, KS (715 East 13th Street, Wichita KS, 67214)

Employment Type:

Full time

Base pay: $27.00 - $29.00 per hour, based on skills, abilities, and level of experience. Additional earning potential through incentive eligibility with a target based on contribution, company performance, and individual results. Targeted bonus plan: 5% Annual.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Health and Dependent Savings Accounts
• Life and Disability Programs
• Voluntary Benefit Programs Company Sponsored Wellness Programs
• Retirement Savings with Company Match
• Team Member and Family Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Employee Recognition Program with Rewards (RAVE)

Ardent Mills is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and team members. Decisions are based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, age, political affiliation, or any other nonmerit characteristic protected by law.