Maintenance Technician - Litchfield, MN
ADM · Litchfield, MN
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Degree
- Preferred
- Industry
- Food & beverage
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at ADM (food & beverage) in Litchfield, MN. Be aware of your surroundings, watching for forklift traffic and trip hazards such as pallets or cords.
- They ask for
- degree preferred
- Tools it names
- EHS / safety
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $62k–$88k.
Median of the low and high ends of 74 live postings that list pay, out of 2992 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 86 other live reliability postings in Minnesota.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $72k–$103k, from 8 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 43%
- PLC 32%
- Welding 28%
- Automation 22%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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Requirements
- ✓Work cooperatively in a team environment and accept and follow directions.
- ✓Follow time and attendance guidelines in accordance with the employee handbook.
- ✓Work requires professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- ✓Experienced in operating a variety of equipment and tools
- ✓Able to work well with minimal supervision
- ✓Ability to prioritize tasks and follow specified procedures
- ✓Able to stand for long periods and climb stairs regularly throughout shift.
- ✓Physically capable of lifting 75 pounds unassisted
- ✓Ability to regularly lift and / or carry up to 55 pounds individually or up to 100 pounds with assistance.
- ✓Ability to squat and bend frequently while lifting up to 55 pounds during shift.
- ✓Tolerant of seasonally very warm temperatures.
- ✓Basic computer knowledge and skills.
Shift Hours: 6am-6pm. 12hr rotating shifts.
Quality Control
Requirements
- ✓Knowledge of and ability to follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
- ✓Complete understanding of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) and its importance.
- ✓Follow and monitor to ensure all Safe Quality Food (SQF) guidelines are implemented and followed.
- ✓Report any suspicious activity related to food defense.
Note: Required to report food safety problems or concerns immediately to a person with authority to initiate action as indicated on the organizational chart.
Safety
Requirements
- ✓Be aware of and follow up to date OSHA regulations that apply to the tasks in your job.
- ✓Practice safe lifting techniques, bending and lifting with your legs not your back.
- ✓Pivot with your feet avoiding twisting at the waist.
- ✓Be aware of your surroundings, watching for forklift traffic and trip hazards such as pallets or cords.
- ✓Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the job you are doing.
- ✓Maintain proper guards and safety devices when working with machinery and on catwalks.
- ✓Never operate equipment for which you have not been properly trained or certified for.
Education/Certifications
- ✓High school diploma/GED required
- ✓Technical Degree preferred
Responsibilities
- ◆Complete tasks assigned by the Maintenance Manager.
- ◆Assist in equipment set-up and reassembly.
- ◆Complete work order and preventive maintenance reports. Ensure all work is properly documented in Maximo.
- ◆Respond quickly in the event of an emergency. Notify appropriate personnel and follow safety protocol.
- ◆Support production and clean-up with breakdowns or repairs.
- ◆Perform machine set ups for the next incoming shift.
- ◆Perform other tasks as assigned by management.
- ◆Respond to reports of suspicious activity related to food defense.
- ◆Be on-call every 4th weekend unless otherwise noted.
ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.
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Maintenance Technician - Litchfield, MN
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