Industrial Maintenance Technician -1st Shift Starting pay $37 $1000 Sign On Bonus
Salary$37 – $46/hr
LocationSt. Paul, MN (Baldinger Bakeries)
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience5+ yrs
DepartmentMaintenance
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedSep 17, 2026 · 3w ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Minimum Associate Degree or equivalent years of experience
5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
Proficient in preventive and predictive maintenance
Root-cause analysis skills
Proficient in operation of all plant equipment
Proficient in CMMS
Proficient in welding and metal fabrication
Proficient in troubleshooting hydraulics and pneumatics circuits and systems
Proficient in maintaining and troubleshooting mechanical systems (gearboxes, bearings, seals, clutches, brakes)
Proficient in troubleshooting 230/480 motor control circuits
Experience in troubleshooting and replacing VFD drives
Experience in troubleshooting PLCs, understanding components and logic
Proficient in utilizing line drawings and schematics
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Flexible for overtime and weekend work
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to effectively train others
Must be able to read work documents in English
Strong focus on safety
Good understanding of plant quality requirements
Good working knowledge of GMPs
Strong team orientation
Adherence to GMP, PPE, SOP, HACCP, OSHA regulations
Willing to invest time in continuous improvement of technical skills
Must be able to adhere to the attendance policy
Pre-employment drug screen and background check
Skills
CMMS
welding
metal fabrication
hydraulics
pneumatics
PLC
VFD
230/480 motor control circuits
multi-meter
test equipment
line drawings
schematics
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Flexible savings account
Health savings account
401(k)
Employee assistance program
Wellness programs
Life insurance
Ad&d insurance
Disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Student loan counseling
Employee referral program
Paid time off
About the role
The Maintenance Technician position is responsible for performing preventative and corrective maintenance on the production and company facilities.
12 hour days, every other weekend. 6am-630pm 3 days one week, 4 days next week Pay starting at $37.00 - $46.00 DOQ $1000 sign on bonus split into two installments over the first year
Responsibilities
Job Description
Duties and Responsibilities:
· Effectively complete preventative and predictive maintenance per weekly schedule to prevent breakdowns on equipment.
· Utilize root-cause analysis skills to investigate breakdown and line stoppages while collaborating with other departments.
· Proficient in the operation of all plant equipment to better troubleshoot and maintain as required.
· Communicate with team leaders and production associates regarding critical findings during routine inspections.
· Proficient in using CMMS (Computerized maintenance management system) to record all maintenance activities daily.
· Proficient in welding and metal fabrication to include proper use of machine shop equipment.
· Proficient in understanding and troubleshooting hydraulics and pneumatics circuits and systems.
· Proficient in maintaining and troubleshooting mechanical systems such as gearboxes, bearing, seals, clutch & brakes, etc.
· Proficient in troubleshooting 230/480 motor control circuits in a manufacturing environment, utilizing multi-meter and other test equipment.
· Must have experience in troubleshooting and replacing VF Drives and other motor control devices.
· Must have experience in troubleshooting PLCs, understanding components and logic.
· Proficient in utilizing line drawings and schematics to troubleshoot equipment.
· Ensuring daily adherence to the Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP), and Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) Regulations
· Must be willing to invest time in continuous improvement of technical skills.
Minimum Job Requirements:
Education/Certifications:
· Minimum Associate Degree or equivalent years of experience.
· Must have at least 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
Abilities:
· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
· *Must be flexible for overtime and weekend work
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to effectively train others
· Must be able to read work documents in English
· Strong focus on safety
· Good understanding of plant quality requirements
· Good working knowledge of GMP’s
· Must be able to adhere to the attendance policy
· Strong team orientation
Working Conditions and Physical Effort:
· Work involves daily exposure to elements such as dirt, dust, fumes, extreme temperatures, humidity, darkness, and/or noise
· The work environment involves daily exposure to physical risks, such as working around mechanical, chemical, and electrical hazards
· Regular exposure to food products and food allergens
· Position requires the ability to stand; walking around the office and plant; lifting and carrying packages up to 50 pounds; utilizing fine dexterity, and reaching; kneeling, crawling, and twisting to inspect equipment. It also requires the ability to see; hear; and communicate with employees as well as others by utilizing professional etiquette
· Personal protective equipment, as defined by CHG, will be provided
Expectations:
· Will Demonstrate, promote, and exemplify the Company’s Core Values in People, Quality and Growth
· Must be willing to invest time in continuous improvement of technical skills.
Benefits
We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefit programs that include medical, dental, vision, flexible savings account, health savings account, 401K matching savings plan, employee assistance program, wellness programs, life insurance, AD&D insurance, disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, student loan counseling, employee referral program, paid time off, and more!
About the company
For additional information about our company, go to www.chg.com.
Legal
C.H. Guenther & Son and its subsidiaries are E-Verify participating employers.
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of the pre-employment screening process which includes a drug screen and review of criminal background and other records as required. AA/EEO/Drug-Free Employer
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We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefit programs that include medical, dental, vision, flexible savings account, health savings account, 401K matching savings plan, employee assistance program, wellness programs, life insurance, AD&D insurance, disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, student loan counseling, employee referral program, paid time off, and more!
For additional information about our company, go to www.chg.com.
C.H. Guenther & Son and its subsidiaries are E-Verify participating employers.
Click here for more information regarding E-verify.
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of the pre-employment screening process which includes a drug screen and review of criminal background and other records as required.
AA/EEO/Drug-Free Employer