Plant Maintenance Technician

Lakeside Foods is a family-owned company providing wholesome foods to enrich people’s lives through food.  We are a culture that pursues our vision of growth and innovation with passion, confidence and commitment. We are strongest together – valuing collaborative contribution, transparency and new ideas to enable change and growth. We are committed to an inclusive and respectful environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance. And there’s a seat at the table for you. 

Become One Of Our Valued Mechanics:

Here at Lakeside Foods, our maintenance technician team is the backbone of our operations, ensuring equipment runs optimally while maintaining the facility. Maintenance mechanics/technicians are respected “Jack of All Trades” team members, performing mechanical and/or fabrication updates and using their knowledge to improve production processes. If you are a creative problem-solver who perseveres through challenging equipment repairs, we want to talk with you. 

What You’ll Get:

• $1500 SIGN ON BONUS
• Competitive wages based on experience
• Stable work environment with a growing company
• Excellent market-leading low cost medical insurance, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible schedules during the off-season (November – May)
• 2nd shift during pack season (June – October) 1st Shift in off season
• Paid vacation and personal time after 30 days of employment
• Retirement plan with company match of 50% up to 6% of pay
• Prescription safety glasses & safety shoe reimbursement
• Mechanical Progression Program/Advancement Opportunities
• Paid onsite and offsite training
• An Employer that works hard to ensure your safety on the job

 What You’ll Do:

• Repair and maintain a variety of pea, corn and meat processing equipment located within the plant  
• During off season, conduct preventative maintenance and repair equipment to get ready for next pack season
• Supervise and train production staff to produce high quality vegetables and meat
• Adhere to all Lakeside Foods policies, procedures and training requirements.

 What You’ll Bring:

• Prior experience with mechanical/automotive maintenance
• Refrigeration/ammonia/HVAC is a plus, willing to provide training
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required
• Prior welding experience is a plus
• Positive attitude
• Strong work ethic
• Safety mindset

Where You’ll Work:

WELCOME TO PLAINVIEW

Located 30 miles from Rochester, 35 miles from Winona and 33 miles from Red Wing, Plainview residents have the best of both worlds—”big city” jobs, amenities in nearby cities… and the comfort and security of “small town living”.  If you love the outdoors, you’ll love Plainview! Area attractions include Lark Toys in Kellogg, The National Eagle Center in Wabasha, Carley State Park and Whitewater State Park, the Weaver Dunes and numerous DNR areas in the Whitewater, Zumbro and Mississippi River Valleys.  Most are within fifteen minutes to a half-hour from Plainview and offer year-round activities and interpretive centers

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Lakeside Foods welcomes people of all backgrounds and the varied ideas they bring to the workplace. Being an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer is part of our heritage and culture. We recruit, hire and promote employees based on qualifications and merit, without regard to race, religion, age, gender, disability, marital or veteran status. 

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