Starting Pay: $ 31.00 / hour or more depending on experience

Additional 1.50 shift differential from 6 pm – 6 am

Shift: 3rd

This is a full-time position within our manufacturing facility with opportunities for advancement!

Who we are!

Schwan's Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle company CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leading U.S. manufacturer and marketer of quality foods offered through retail-grocery and food-service channels. Its many popular brands include Red Baron®, Tony's®, Big Daddy's™, Villa Prima®, and Freschetta® pizza; Mrs. Smith's® and Edwards® desserts; Bibigo®, and Pagoda® Asian-style snacks. To learn more about Schwan's, visit www.schwanscompany.com.

What we want to do for you!

We offer eligible employees competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package designed to assist employees and their families with their financial security, health, and well-being.

• Health, Life, Dental, and Vision Plans

• Earn up to 2 weeks paid time off during first year

• 401k with Company Match

  What we are looking for!

  Here at Schwan’s Company, we put a high priority on having safe, clean, and healthy workspaces. And we want individuals that take that seriously!

• High school diploma or equivalent required, two-year degree in specialized maintenance trade preferred and 3 years of related experience

• Previous experience with Spiral Freezer or Proofer Systems preferred

• Understand basic math, simple instructions, training materials, and product labeling.

• Work different ranges of hours such as full-time, overtime, or weekend shifts

• Be a team player and interact professionally with co-workers

• Basic to advanced mechanical and electrical knowledge and basic fabrication skills

• Ability to read and interpret safety documents, maintenance instructions, piping and instrumentation diagrams and OEM Operations Manuals

• Ability to complete work orders and enter the required paperwork into a computer CMMS system

• Must be able to lift, up to, ninety (90) lbs.

• Must be able to work prolonged periods in sub-zero temperatures

• Candidates receiving offers of employment will be required to complete a post-offer, pre-placement background check and drug screen

  Responsibilities:

• Ensure reliable operation of mechanical and electrical systems of Spiral Proofers and Freezers by completing preventive maintenance and routine maintenance tasks

• Ensure Spiral Freezers and Proofers are setup and ready on time for production startup

• Communicate with Management and Maintenance Planners on required major repairs

• Assist with the planning and execution of scheduled Spiral rebuilds

• Setup and tear down equipment; may assist with major repairs, construction, fabrication, and installation of new plant equipment

• Locate sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation, listening for problems, and using precision measuring and testing instruments

• Remove defective parts by dismantling components using hoists and hand and power tools

• Perform advanced maintenance duties using hoists and hand and power tools such as reading mechanical schematics, cut & key a shaft, broach a sprocket, change gear head, weld stainless metal, use a metal sheer, use a metal bender, cut & crimp ends on hydraulic hose and cut & lace belting

• Help control downtime by informing production workers and Maintenance Management of routine preventive maintenance techniques, monitoring compliance, and necessary repairs

• Assist and troubleshoot temperature and humidity related issues with the Refrigeration Department

• Track daily PMs logs and enter historical data into SAP and Redzone

• Work in a safe manner with a sense of urgency while maintaining a safe and orderly work area

• Participate in and successfully complete management-assigned training directed at increasing job-related trade skills

• May assist with the training of lower-level maintenance employees in keeping all spiral equipment in good repair and regularly serviced

• The use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required; including but not limited to bump cap, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs, hair and beard nets, gloves and safety shoes or rubber boots

  The employing subsidiaries of Schwan's Company are Equal Employment Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, vet status, national origin, or other protected classes.