Maintenance Technician

Company: Agropur
Location: Saint Francis
Posted on: March 1, 2026

Job Description:

Job Type: RegularThe Maintenance Technician III performs routine and break-down maintenance on processing and packaging equipment and is responsible for keeping the plant running and in compliance with all rules and regulations by using safe methods of equipment repair/upkeep. This position performs repairs as needed by the department, troubleshoots processes, and assists with machine set ups and rebuilds as needed. The Maintenance Technician III position requires leadership skills and upper level technical skills. For some locations (Little Chute only), this position may manage and administer the preventive maintenance program. Invest in you, Join Agropur as a Maintenance Technician in Luxemburg, WI, USA. We dairy you! The Maintenance Technician plays a key role in ensuring reliable, safe, and efficient operations across our processing and packaging lines. You will perform routine and break?down maintenance, lead advanced troubleshooting, minimize downtime, and support continuous improvement in a highly technical production environment. This position requires strong technical expertise, problem?solving ability, and leadership skills. Relocation assistance of $5000 (certain conditions apply) How Agropur invests in YOU: Starting Rate between $28 to $38 hourly (Salary will be determined based on skills, education, training & experience related to the position). Two pay increases within a year, up to $1.00 Schedule 2-2-3 12h shift 6pm to 6am Benefits Package Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance 401(k) with up to 7% company contributions 3 Weeks PTO Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays Paid parental leave Advancement Opportunities Healthy work/life balance As a Maintenance Technician III, you will work across a broad range of equipment and technologies, offering continuous opportunities to grow your expertise. This includes: Automated processing & packaging equipment Mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems Electrical systems including three?phase motors and control circuits Equipment setup, rebuilds, installations, and upgrades Reading and interpreting electrical schematics, manuals, and technical diagrams Production utilities (e.g., compressed air, steam, water systems) Troubleshooting in a highly regulated food?processing environment In this advanced role you will: Lead advanced electrical and mechanical troubleshooting Mentor and support Technician I & II team members Contribute to continuous improvement and equipment reliability Take part in capital projects and equipment upgrades In some locations (Little Chute), oversee the preventive maintenance program This position is a strong stepping stone toward Lead Technician, Maintenance Specialist, Automation Technician, or supervisory roles , depending on your goals . Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Communicate effectively with previous and upcoming shift teams Collaborate closely with Production Supervisors, line leaders, and operators Perform routine, corrective, and preventive maintenance per SOPs, GMPs, and OSHA standards Perform mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic repairs during production Prepare and set up equipment for scheduled production runs Install, update, and rebuild equipment as needed Maintain strong knowledge of all plant processes and equipment Accurately read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders Maintain precise and up?to?date maintenance records This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time. Education Required: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Technical school coursework/Degree in boiler, welding, electrical, HVAC maintenance preferred. Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered. Why Choose Agropur? Agropur is a cooperative committed to quality, innovation, and people. When you join our team, you become part of a workplace that values: AA/EEO – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. Agropur uses artificial intelligence technology to assist our recruiters in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position. In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.

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