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Roskam Foods Maintenance Technician in Grand Rapids, Michigan

Founded in 1923 and headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Roskam Foods is a leading contract manufacturer that partners with world-renowned food brands, retailers, and food service providers to produce a myriad of frozen, refrigerated and shelf-stable products. We're a scaled, diversified operation with over 2 million square feet of manufacturing and 50 production lines across 8 facilities in the U.S. and Canada. We believe in the power of purpose-driven leadership to generate value for all. And we're on a mission to optimize the potential of our people and brands. We are passionate about multiplying possibilities for our employees and our partners.? 

What you get:

  • A growing company with a family feel
  • Weekly pay
  • Market competitive wages
  • 401K
  • A variety of affordable benefit options (Medical, Dental, Vision, etc.)
  • No cost medical options with CareATC
  • Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • On the job training options
  • Tuition assistance options

What you do:

The* *Maintenance Technician will work as a team, minimizing production downtime by proactively responding to maintenance calls and executing preventative maintenance strategies. As a maintenance technician, you will also hone your skills on Allen Bradley PLC's, Fanuc Robots (stackers, palletizers, wrappers), welding/fabrication, electrical troubleshooting, and more.

The Maintenance Technician will have experience in or ability to learn:

  • Electrical: 24V to 480V, single phase or three phase
  • Welding: MIG, TIG, Stick
  • Industrial Maintenance - Troubleshooting and maintaining industrial manufacturing equipment, or military equivalent
  • Reading and interpreting blueprints: electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic

Bonus Skills:

  • An AA degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial maintenance a plus
  • 3-5 years of previous experience in plant maintenance, machine repair, or military equivalent 
  • Troubleshooting of PLC's and experience with Ladder Logic
  • Completion of an apprenticeship/journeyman program is desired
  • Veterans encouraged to apply

What you need:

  • High school diploma and/or applicable experience
  • 1 or more years of previous experience in plant maintenance, machine repair, or military equivalent (highly preferred)

Roskam Foods offers a competitive compensation package including medical, dental and vision benefits, life and disability insurance, and a 401K plan with company match. 

AAP/EEO Statement:

Roskam Foods is a recognized veteran friendly and equal opportunity employer.

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