Maintenance Technician- Direct Hire

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Job description

Position Title: Maintenance Technician

Wage: $29.00-$31.00 per hour

Shift: 1st

Hours: 6:00am-2:00pm (Mon-Fri)

Are you a skilled Maintenance Technician with a passion for hands-on work? Join a successful small business that has thrived for over 50 years in Fond du Lac! We're seeking experienced candidates with 5+ years in machine maintenance and at least 1 year of forklift experience. This is a direct hire role with competitive wages and an ASAP start. Be part of a family-oriented team where your leadership will shine. If you're ready to make an impact with a company that values your expertise, we want to hear from you!

Maintenance Technician Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

- Performs preventive maintenance and daily production line maintenance on all production equipment in addition to performing daily production and material handling tasks throughout the entire production line (from receiving raw material to loading finished product onto trailers).

- Inspects and identifies equipment in need of repair.

- Utilizes manuals and on-line research to determine necessary equipment repairs.

- Orders supplies and materials needed for repair and maintenance.

- Maintains and operates production equipment.

- Performs daily product testing and production checks.

- Ensure all paperwork is completed correctly and accurately. Maintains accurate inventory records and provides counts and other record-keeping functions as needed.

- Fills in other warehouse functions as needed and assists with daily shut down of production, including daily production line maintenance.

- Uses Forklift to move raw materials and finished goods around the plant and on/off semitrailers.

- Keeps the warehouse neat and organized; assists with trailer cleaning as needed.

- Acts as back-up for Plant Manager for PTO or other OOTO situations.

Maintenance Technician Requirements:

- 5 years of maintenance experience preferred.

- 1-2 year's forklift and skid steer experience preferred.

- Production line maintenance: 2 years (Required)

- High School degree or equivalent.

- Must complete criminal background check and 4-panel drug screen.

- Comfort with basic math

- Ability to meet deadlines in a timely manner.

- Ability to work safely and efficiently.

- Ability to handle multiple priorities and prioritize tasks.

- Ability to use hand and power tools.

- Communicate effectively with all members of the company to ensure proper exchange of information.

- Must be able to read, write, and communicate fluently in English.

- Must be able to perform math functions (addition, division, multiplication, subtraction) accurately.

- Must be able to drive a forklift safely.

- Must comply and ensure compliance with all safety, OSHA, FSMA and company policies.

- Must be willing to work extra hours on short notice to ensure steady operations

Benefits:

- 401(k).

- Dental insurance.

- Health insurance.

- Health savings account.

- Paid time off.

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About us:

QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the Midwest. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment.

Why Work with QPS?

-Access to sought-after positions with leading employers

-Dedicated placement specialists who will guide you through every step of the job search process

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