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Plant Maintenance Mechanic

Prairie Farms · Woodbury, MN

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Level
Technician
Team
Reliability
Experience asked
2+ years
Industry
Food & beverage
Posted
12 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level reliability role at Prairie Farms (food & beverage) in Woodbury, MN. 1 year minimum experience with one or more technical experiences: electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic, computer controlled equipment, PLC and HVAC.

They ask for
2+ years
Tools it names
SPC, PLC
Day to day
some off-shift / weekend coverage
Openings
2 with this title at this site

Read from the posting. The full description is below.

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.

Minnesota plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →

How this role compares

Against 86 other live reliability postings in Minnesota.

Base pay
Not listed in this posting

Typical $72k–$103k, from 8 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
Less than usual (2+ vs 3+)

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.

Stands out: this posting asks for SPC, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

It asks for 2+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

At a glance

Off-shift / weekend coverageLifts up to 50 lbs

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How to get in at this plant

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  1. 1

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  2. 2

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  3. 3

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    Questions worth asking about this team:

    • What does a normal week look like on your team?
    • How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
    • How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
  4. 4

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  5. 5

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requirements

(both planned and unplanned) on production, packaging, processing equipment, and utility systems (to provide a continuous supply of heat, steam, cooling, electrical, power, gas, or air required for operations).

  • ✓Readily available for emergency repairs in breakdown situations.
  • ✓Read, analyze and interpret technical procedures, electrical schematics, service manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
  • ✓Performing preventative maintenance (i.e. conducting computerized preventative maintenance check-ups or reading SPC charts and data).
  • ✓Line manufacturing support systems (ozone generation, line/lube delivery, chemical delivery, ingredient delivery, PH house).
  • ✓Complete work orders in a timely manner maintaining high quality standards.
  • ✓Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties.
  • ✓Maintain communication with other departments, management and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production.
  • ✓Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible and accurate format, and completed with required information. Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP’s.
  • ✓Assist in maintaining parts and supplies inventory by reporting low supply levels to Supervisor.
  • ✓Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes.
  • ✓Follow Good Manufacturing Practices.
  • ✓Maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area.
  • ✓Follow all required work safe practices. This would include lockout-tagout

requirements

and wearing of all required PPE in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling, fall restraints, etc.

  • ✓Responsible for food safety, pre-requisite programs and food quality related to designated area. Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately.
  • ✓Perform other duties as assigned.

Job

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Third Shift Plant Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for the care and maintenance of all property and production assets in a safe, sanitary and efficient condition. The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for staying up to date on new products, equipment, technology and techniques.

  • •Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing maintenance

Ability to work 3rd Shift

  • •High School Diploma or GED preferred; Formal Engineering/Maintenance Training desired
  • •2 years minimum experience in a maintenance role within a manufacturing facility, preferably in the food and beverage industry.
  • •1 year minimum experience with one or more technical experiences: electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic, computer controlled equipment, PLC and HVAC.
  • •1 year minimum experience won a variety of equipment including lubricating, cleaning, material handling, motor control, relay control, process control and packaging equipment.
  • •Professional experience with ammonia refrigeration systems preferred.
  • •Ability to inspect equipment, recognize potential problems and independently take appropriate corrective action to prevent component failures or equipment down time.
  • •Must be able to stand, walk, kneel, and bend required for virtually the entire shift. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
  • •Must be able to work in a wet environment with moderate to high noise volume.
  • •Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime, weekends and holidays.
  • •Be able to effectively work in a team environment.
  • •Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • •Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • •Must be able to pass all pre-employment screens (including drug, background and criminal checks).

Job Benefits

  • •401k
  • •Uniforms
  • •Health, Dental and Vision insurance
  • •Holidays
  • •Earn Sick Leave/PTO with time worked

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