Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

MGK has 100+ years' of experience focusing on sustainable & environmentally conscious ways to protect families and crops from pests around the world, using our synthetic and certified organic, botanically based pesticide products.

General Description:
The Maintenance Technician provides hands-on support for maintenance and production operations by performing a wide range of duties related to installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining facility and process equipment. This role supports MGK’s business objectives by ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient manufacturing operations.

This position supports 1st shift operations (Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM).

Principal Responsibilities:

- Repair and maintenance of process equipment and related support utilities, building and exterior equipment.

- Support proper running of utilities including Ammonia Refrigeration, steam, water, oil and compressed gas systems.

- Secure MGK’s building and grounds and maintain a safe working environment for employees. This includes but not limited to: air quality testing, spare parts ordering, tool and inventory management, equipment demo and installation, general knowledge of process operations.

- Assist in managing outside contractors.

- Utilize MGK’s CMMS to establish and update procedures, prioritize and record maintenance tasks.

- Assist manufacturing and engineering on proper maintenance and operation of equipment.

- Assist with Installation and qualification of equipment and manufacturing processes.

- Assist with manufacturing operational efficiencies (lean, continuous improvement, etc.)

- Complete other assigned tasks as requested by management.

Qualifications:

- High School Degree or G.E.D.

- 2 years of hands-on maintenance or mechanical experience - manufacturing or industrial environment preferred, but candidates with relevant transferable experience may be considered.

- Experience with mechanical and electrical repair; general knowledge of production equipment, pipefitting, liquid, compressed gas and HVAC systems.

- Must be willing to become forklift certified

- Must be team orientated with a positive attitude and goal focused objectivity

- Must have excellent time management skills and professional discipline to work at an efficient pace, safely executing work orders and prioritized demands

- Desired: Refinery experience, boilers license, fabrication skills, and refrigeration knowledge are all a plus

- Boiler license is not required at hire; ability and willingness to obtain licensure within one year is required

Additional Requirements

- Position is full-time, hourly, onsite in Chaska MN

- 1st shift schedule: Mon-Friday, 7:00AM-3:30PM

- This position does not offer relocation

- Hourly range: $28 - $35 (commensurate with experience and qualifications).

- This role offers a competitive benefits package, including health insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.

Physical Demands:
While performing duties, workers are constantly required to bend, lift, walk, or carry equipment. Employees must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. This position may occasionally be required to change shifts or working more than 8 1/2 successive hours to meet occasional production or manpower demands. Work may be performed under outdoor weather conditions including hot and cold ambient temps, rain and snow. Workers will be required to work in a plant environment where there are constant moderate noise levels and occasional loud noise levels. Employees will be expected to work around, with, and adjacent to potentially dangerous equipment, chemicals, and process equipment. Workers are expected to wear appropriate safety gear and follow safety procedures for each situation as required. Job requirements will occasionally dictate working over 6 feet above the floor or ground, or inside confined spaces.