Maintenance Apprentice

Company: Great Lakes Cheese, Inc.
Location: La Crosse
Posted on: June 14, 2022

Job Description:

Job Overview

The Maintenance Apprenticeship will provide a student with an opportunity to gain real world practical experience by learning the skills of a Maintenance Technician I while going to school The Apprentice will transition through GLC's maintenance training program and assessments as they finish their technical/school program.

Job Responsibilities

• Work with a Maintenance Technician to learn how to:
  • Respond to production requests for immediate attention to production issues and problems.
  • Maintain production equipment.
  • Maintain records of preventative maintenance.
  • Create requisitions of equipment and supplies to maintain equipment.
  • Assist other maintenance personnel as required.
  • All GLC employees are expected to perform any assignment or job task according to the stated safety policies and procedures.
  • All GLC employees are expected to produce and promote our products and services in a manner that exceeds the quality and value expectation of our customers and consumers by adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices, Policies and Procedures outlined in our Safe Quality Food Program.
  • Other responsibilities as assigned by the manager.
    
    Required Education and Experience
    
    
    • High School diploma or GED.
    • Enrolled in a maintenance technical program.
    • Basic understanding of manufacturing processes.
    • Ability to make decisions based on standard practices.
    • Basic experience and knowledge of production machinery and equipment.
      
      Preferred Education and Experience
      
      
      • Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
      • Familiarity with OSHA regulations.
      • 1 year of food manufacturing experience or more.
      • SAP experience.
      • Experience working with ammonia refrigeration systems/PSM.
        
        Working Conditions
        --- Repetitive work in a fast-paced production environment with average temperature of 50-60 degrees F.
        --- Ability to constantly stand/walk; bend/flex/extend neck; frequently grip/reach/lift/pull with L/R hands.
        --- Ability to frequently handle material from floor-to-waist, waist-to-shoulder and pushing/pulling/carrying.
        --- Product weight: up to 50 lbs.
        --- Use of motor skills to safely drive tow motors or other motorized vehicles in tight quarters.
        
        EEOC & Disclaimer
        
        Great Lakes Cheese is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer
        
        Nearest Major Market: La Crosse
        Nearest Secondary Market: Winona

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