Maintenance Technician

At Winland Foods, our success starts with people who live our values of Excellence, Quality, Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration every day. As a Maintenance Team Member, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the reliability, safety, and efficiency of our operations. From entry-level tasks like stocking spare parts and assisting with basic repairs to advanced responsibilities such as troubleshooting complex systems, performing fabrication, and leading preventative maintenance programs, every level of this team contributes to keeping production running smoothly. This is more than maintaining equipment—it’s about problem-solving, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Whether you’re learning foundational skills or leading major projects, you’ll help minimize downtime, optimize performance, and uphold the highest standards of safety and quality. By leveraging your technical expertise and commitment to excellence, you’ll make a direct impact on operational success and the experience we deliver to our customers. Employee Type: Full time Location: WI Kenosha Job Type: Production Group Job Posting Title: Maintenance Technician Job Description: Schedule: Monday - Friday, 200pm - 1030pm or 1000pm - 630am Work Location 6819 77th Avenue Kenosha, WI 53402 Salary, based on experience and other qualifications: $37.05 Per Hour   Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with match, STD/LTD/AD&D/Life, HSA, FSA, EAP, Hospital indemnity, Accident Insurance, Identity and Fraud Protection Plan, Legal, and Critical Illness.  Duties and Responsibilities: 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.   What a Maintenance Team Member Does: Troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. Assist with machine setup, equipment modifications, and rebuilds to ensure optimal performance. Maintain accurate documentation and update records in CMMS systems. Follow all safety protocols and uphold GMPs and food safety standards. Collaborate with team members and leadership to resolve equipment issues and minimize downtime. Skills a Maintenance Team Member Demonstrates: Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot complex systems. Commitment to safety and compliance with GMPs and OSHA standards. Effective communication and teamwork skills. Problem-solving ability and attention to detail in fast-paced environments. Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and learn new technologies. Safe Equipment Operation & Maintenance Support the organization and inventory of spare parts for maintenance tasks. Assist in performing preventive maintenance and minor modifications on machinery such as packaging equipment and HVAC systems. Learn basic maintenance welding, minor fabrication, and millwright activities, such as cutting, grinding, and simple assembly. Assist with basic building upkeep, including plumbing, HVAC, and water treatment system tasks. Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. Perform equipment modifications, rebuilds, and preventive maintenance tasks on production and packaging machinery. Conduct millwright activities, including cutting, grinding, welding, and fabrication. Diagnose and resolve complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues to component level. Perform preventive, predictive, and planned maintenance, including cleaning, inspecting, testing, and process improvements. Fabricate components as needed using tools such as a lathe, grinder, and drill to repair or create jigs, fixtures, and tools. Operate and maintain all production equipment in assigned areas, including conveyors, motors, gearboxes, and packaging machinery. Troubleshoot and repair 3-phase electrical systems, AC/DC components, and control voltage issues. Proficiently perform welding (stick, MIG, TIG) and millwright tasks to minimize downtime. Food Safety & Sanitation Compliance Adhere to all safety protocols, including LOTO, confined space, and hot work practices, while proactively identifying and mitigating risks. Follow GMPs, company policies, and OSHA regulations to maintain a safe and clean work environment. Support and ensure compliance with quality standards for safe, legal, and high-quality product manufacturing. Monitor production lines, proactively address downtime issues, and support equipment changeovers. Team Collaboration, Leadership & Training Mentor and train Maintenance Mechanics Level 1, Operators, and production employees on equipment operations and maintenance. Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) activities and contribute to process improvement initiatives. Collaborate positively with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and solve operational challenges. Communicate effectively with team members to support production and learn from senior staff. Engage in on-the-job training to develop skills in equipment assembly, repair, and troubleshooting. Work closely with maintenance leadership, production teams, and other mechanics to complete projects and support production goals. Provide feedback to improve preventive maintenance programs and mentor less experienced team members. Documentation, Communication & Continuous Improvement Accurately complete work orders, preventive maintenance records, and time tracking in CMMS and Kronos systems. Use advanced software tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SAP) for documentation and reporting. Ensure all equipment documentation, schematics, and manuals are up to date and accessible. Train under senior mechanics to diagnose and repair basic mechanical and electrical equipment. Accurately document maintenance activities, complete work orders, and ensure all equipment documentation is current and accessible. Support equipment monitoring, identify p