Plant Mechanic – Blue Earth, MN

We are seeking a Plant Mechanic to join our team in Blue Earth, MN. This role is a backfill position with a strong focus on mechanical skills, supervising small groups, maintaining documentation, and keeping accurate maintenance logs.

What You’ll Do

• Inspect, repair, and maintain machinery and equipment throughout the facility
• Troubleshoot, repair, and replace machinery as needed
• Read sketches and blueprints to determine layout of assigned work
• Design, fabricate, weld, and install equipment as required
• Maintain accurate records of work performed and preventative maintenance completed
• Monitor equipment operation and make necessary adjustments
• Follow GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices), safety rules, and regulations
• Other duties as assigned

Schedule

• Pack Season (June–Mid October):
• 12-hour shifts (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM)
• May occasionally be asked to help with night shift if short staffed during Pack Season- (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
• Rotating schedule: 4 days on, 1 day off
• Off-Season (Mid October–June):
• 4 × 10-hour days (Monday–Thursday, day shift only)

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting wage range: $26.00 – $30.00 per hour (based on skills, abilities, and experience)
• Overtime: Paid at time and a half for hours over 40/week
• Relocation: Considered on an individual basis (at senior management discretion)
• No bonus program for this position
• Excellent benefits package including:
• Medical, dental, vision
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Additional company benefits

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical and maintenance skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to supervise small groups and manage recordkeeping
• Willingness to work in a team environment
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work with all levels of the organization