Open Gates Group is a family of companies located near Kalona, IA. To help our community's farmers, we built a creamery and then 10 other food industry-related businesses. Today, we help source, produce, sell & transport Midwestern products to 3,500 stores nationwide. Our special Kalona Supernatural dairy products are minimally processed and come straight from Midwest family farms surrounding our creameries. We are currently looking for a Maintenance Technician to join our team.

Our Maintenance Technician is responsible for the timely repair and preventative maintenance of industrial plant equipment such as filling machines, pasteurizers, motors, pumps, boilers, compressors, and conveying equipment.

What you will do:

• Perform general mechanical and limited plumbing, electrical repair, modification, and maintenance of production machinery and equipment.
• Inspect and measure parts to detect wear, misalignment, or other problems.
• Realign and adjust functional components and control instruments.
• Start machine and equipment to test operation following repairs.
• Repair electrical equipment and broken parts.
• Weld equipment and parts as needed.
• Read and understand schematic flowcharts and technical manuals.
• Complete all required paperwork and perform preventative maintenance.
• Perform installation and setup of new production machinery.
• Perform scheduled safety inspections and preventive maintenance on specified items.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation of maintenance records, work orders, and task records.
• Comply with all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s).
• Comply with federal, state and local safety regulations.
• Work together with co-workers and other company personnel, while consistently and genuinely demonstrating principles of customer service and teamwork.
• Perform related duties as required.

What you will need:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experience in troubleshooting mechanical breakdowns within manufacturing environments preferred.
• Self-motivated, able to multitask, and willing to contribute in a fast-paced team environment.
• Organized and detail-oriented with basic knowledge of boilers, compressors, and refrigeration systems preferred.
• Basic plumbing experience desired.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to read chemical labels and follow safe handling procedures for food-grade products.
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic math.
• Ability to routinely lift up to 60 lbs, work from ladders, squat, bend, and kneel.
• Able to work in hot and cold climates, both indoors and outdoors.

Our Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance, STD & LTD after 60 days of employment.
• Matching 401k after 6 months
• Benefit Bonus/Stipend
• Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (PTO), & Birthday PTO
• Opportunity for advancement!
• Discounted employee purchases!
• Unique, entrepreneurial culture

Our Mission and Guiding Principles:

We successfully create value and enhance lives by attending to how we do business!

We Treat People Right * We Think Like Entrepreneurs * We Offer a Great Place to Work * We Build Strong Relationships * We Create a Place to Learn & Improve Life in Our Community *

Interested?

Check out our website and apply! https://www.opengatesgroup.com/careers/

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 2 years

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Wellman, IA 52356: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person