Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift
Gilman Cheese Corporation is seeking a Maintenance Technician to join our maintenance team on 2nd Shift. The maintenance team is responsible for ensuring that Gilman Cheese facilities are in good operating condition while following all safety and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements.
- Salary for this role will depend on qualifications and experience.
- The minimum rate is: $22.50 per hour.
- This position is eligible for a $1,000 retention bonus after 6 months of employment.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Assist with the implementation and maintenance of the Preventative Maintenance Program for Gilman Cheese Corporation
Develop a working knowledge of building facilities, all equipment, and machines
Help diagnose problems when equipment repairs are required; contact appropriate vendors if needed
Maintain and clean maintenance shop and tools used in repairing production equipment
Follow all established safety protocols and work with safety coordinator to implement safety improvements
Follow and comply with applicable good manufacturing (GMP) and quality assurance practices
Tools used: Hand tools, leaf blower, snow blower, related equipment
Education and Experience:
A minimum of six (6) months of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience is required.
This position requires the following skills:
Analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking
Math and written communication
Verbal communication and collaboration
Ability to multi-task and prioritize independently
Mechanically inclined mindset
The position involves continuous standing and walking, occasional sitting and bending, seldom crouching, kneeling, and climbing. The position requires lifting 25 lbs. frequently with occasional lifting/carrying of objects weighing up to 50 lbs. The Maintenance Technician normally works four ten-hour shifts (Monday through Thursday), and periodic Fridays, with hours depending on production needs.
Benefits:
Full-time employees are eligible for:
Eight (8) paid holidays and (2) floating holidays per year and paid PTO after 60 days of employment
No weekend shifts
Health, dental, short-term disability, and life insurance coverage beginning on the 1st day of the month after 60 days of employment
Competitive health insurance premium rates and a company-funded HRA option
401(K) plan with generous company match
Gilman Cheese Corporation is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.