Job Description
Job Title:  Maintenance
Job Location (Short):  Darlington Wisconsin, WI, USA, 53530
Discipline:  Operations & Manufacturing
Career Site Contract Hours:  40+
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Build a Career with a Global Leader in Dairy

You're the person everyone calls when something isn't working and you wouldn't have it any other way.

 

At FrieslandCampina, our Maintenance Technicians are the problem-solvers who keep our plant running. When production depends on equipment performing at its best, you're the one who can diagnose the issue, make the repair, and get things moving again.

 

We're looking for experienced maintenance professionals who enjoy troubleshooting, thinking on their feet, and taking pride in fixing equipment the right way, not just the quickest way.

 

If you've built your career maintaining equipment in food, dairy, beverage, or another manufacturing environment, we'd love to talk with you.

 

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What You'll Do

No two days are exactly alike, and that's one of the best parts of the job.

 

As an Industrial Maintenance Technician, you'll help keep our operation running safely and efficiently by troubleshooting equipment, making repairs, and preventing unexpected downtime.

 

Your day could include:

  • Troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment.

  • Repairing and maintaining production equipment and facility systems.

  • Performing preventative maintenance to help prevent breakdowns before they happen.

  • Replacing motors, pumps, bearings, conveyors, valves, gearboxes, and other production equipment.

  • Reading blueprints, equipment manuals, and electrical schematics.

  • Working closely with Production to quickly diagnose and resolve equipment issues.

  • Completing maintenance work orders and documenting repairs.

  • Helping identify ways to improve equipment reliability and plant efficiency.

  • Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

  • Following all food safety, quality, and workplace safety requirements.

 

What We're Looking For

This is a skilled maintenance position. We're looking for someone who enjoys solving problems and has experience maintaining industrial equipment in a manufacturing environment.

 

What you bring:

  • High School Diploma or GED.

  • Previous experience as an Industrial Maintenance Technician, Maintenance Mechanic, Millwright, or similar skilled maintenance role.

  • Experience troubleshooting mechanical equipment in a manufacturing environment.

  • Working knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, pumps, bearings, conveyors, and power transmission systems.

  • Ability to read blueprints, electrical schematics, and technical manuals.

  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

 

It’d be even better if you have:

  • Experience in food, dairy, beverage, or ingredient manufacturing.

  • Industrial electrical troubleshooting experience.

  • Experience working with PLC-controlled equipment.

  • Welding and fabrication experience.

  • Technical degree, apprenticeship, or skilled trades certification.

  • Experience working in GMP or food manufacturing environments.

 

Who Thrives in This Role?

Our best Maintenance Technicians are people who:

  • Stay calm when equipment goes down.

  • Like finding the root cause, not just the quick fix.

  • Take pride in quality workmanship.

  • Think ahead to prevent future problems.

  • Enjoy working with Production, Engineering, and their fellow Maintenance teammates.

  • Put safety first in everything they do.

  • Never stop learning.

 

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Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This position is performed in a food manufacturing facility where safety and quality are always the top priorities.

 

You'll regularly:

  • Stand, walk, bend, climb, kneel, and work in tight spaces throughout a 12-hour shift.

  • Lift up to 50 pounds.

  • Work around moving machinery, electrical systems, compressed air, and food processing equipment.

  • Use hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring equipment.

  • Wear required PPE, including safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, steel-toe boots, and other required safety equipment.

 

Why Join FrieslandCampina?

You spend a lot of time at work. We think it should be somewhere you're challenged, supported, and genuinely enjoy coming to every day.

 

Make a Difference

You're not just fixing equipment, you help keep an entire operation moving.

Every repair, every preventative maintenance task, and every problem you solve helps our teams produce safe, high-quality dairy products that customers count on every day. You'll work alongside Production, Engineering, and Operations to improve equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and keep our facility running at its best.

 

Keep Growing

Whether you're looking to sharpen your troubleshooting skills, expand your electrical or mechanical expertise, or take the next step in your maintenance career, we'll give you the opportunity to keep learning, growing, and making an impact.

 

We've Got You Covered

  • $23.93 - 29.92/hour

  • Medical (under Anthem), Dental & Vision Insurance starting after 30 days

  • 401(k) with up to 4% Company Match

  • 23 PTO days & 13 paid holidays per year

  • Company-paid Life Insurance

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

 

A Team You'll Love Being Part Of

You'll join a Maintenance team that enjoys solving tough problems together, sharing knowledge, and helping one another succeed. Around here, collaboration isn't just something we talk about, it's how we keep our operation running.

 

Our Values

Everything we do is guided by three simple values:

 

We Act With Respect

We treat one another with professionalism, integrity, and respect.

 

We Aim Higher

We continuously improve, take ownership, and pursue excellence.

 

We Succeed Together

We believe great teams solve problems together and celebrate success together.

 

Ready to Join Our Team?

If you're an experienced Maintenance Technician looking for a company that values your skills, invests in your development, and gives you the opportunity to work on modern manufacturing equipment, we'd love to hear from you.

 

Apply today and build your future with FrieslandCampina.

Recruiter:  Wendy Miller
Recruiter email:  Wendy.Miller@frieslandcampina.com
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Why work with us:

An inspiring purpose

Better nutrition for the world and a good living for our farmers, now and for generations to come.

A cooperative culture

Driven by global collaboration, respect, and shared success

A tangible impact

Space to aim higher, with autonomy and a clear focus

Your growth fuels ours

We invest in your personal and professional development through training and education.

Do you have any questions?

Please contact our recruiter

careers@frieslandcampina.com