Maintenance Technician
Agropur - Rockford, IL
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Job Type:RegularInvest in you, Join Agropur as a Maintenance Technician in Luxemburg, WI, USA. We dairy you!Invest in you, Join Agropur as a Maintenance Technician in Luxemburg, WI, USA. We dairy you!The Maintenance Technician plays a key role in ensuring reliable, safe, and efficient operations across our processing and packaging lines. You will perform routine and break‑down maintenance, lead advanced troubleshooting, minimize downtime, and support continuous improvement in a highly technical production environment. This position requires strong technical expertise, problem‑solving ability, and leadership skills.Relocation assistance of $5000 (certain conditions apply)How Agropur invests in YOU: Starting Rate $34.56Two pay increases within a year, up to $1.00Schedule 2-2-3 12h shift 6pm to 6amBenefits PackageMedical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance 401(k) with up to 7% company contributions 3 Weeks PTOPaid holidays and 2 floating holidaysPaid parental leave Advancement Opportunities Healthy work/life balanceAs a Maintenance Technician III, you will work across a broad range of equipment and technologies, offering continuous opportunities to grow your expertise. This includes:Automated processing & packaging equipmentMechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systemsElectrical systems including three‑phase motors and control circuitsEquipment setup, rebuilds, installations, and upgradesReading and interpreting electrical schematics, manuals, and technical diagramsProduction utilities (e.g., compressed air, steam, water systems)Troubleshooting in a highly regulated food‑processing environmentIn this advanced role you will: Lead advanced electrical and mechanical troubleshootingMentor and support Technician I & II team membersContribute to continuous improvement and equipment reliabilityTake part in capital projects and equipment upgradesIn some locations (Little Chute), oversee the preventive maintenance programThis position is a strong stepping stone toward Lead Technician, Maintenance Specialist, Automation Technician, or supervisory roles, depending on your goals.Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Communicate effectively with previous and upcoming shift teamsCollaborate closely with Production Supervisors, line leaders, and operatorsPerform routine, corrective, and preventive maintenance per SOPs, GMPs, and OSHA standardsPerform mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic repairs during productionPrepare and set up equipment for scheduled production runsInstall, update, and rebuild equipment as neededMaintain strong knowledge of all plant processes and equipmentAccurately read and interpret equipment manuals and work ordersMaintain precise and up‑to‑date maintenance recordsThis 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.Education Required:High School Diploma or equivalent required.Technical school coursework/Degree in boiler, welding, electrical, HVAC maintenance preferred.Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.Why Choose Agropur?Agropur is a cooperative committed to quality, innovation, and people. When you join our team, you become part of a workplace that values:AA/EEO – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity#LI-SA1Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. Agropur uses artificial intelligence technology to assist our recruiters in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position. In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.
Created: 2026-02-06