Maintenance Technician I
Franklin, WI
Full Time
Mid Level
About Us:
Microbial Discovery Group (MDG) is an R&D-driven product development and Bacillus fermentation company. We apply Real Science to a Trusted Process, yielding Proven Success for our partners. At MDG, we recognize the need for sustainable solutions to the world’s largest problems, and we work to solve them as part of our mission to Feed, Clean, Save the World. As a member of our team, your ideas and innovations are integral to who we are. Come grow with us!
Position Summary:
The Maintenance Technician I is a hands-on role requiring strong technical and mechanical
acumen, along with high learning agility. This position involves diagnosing and maintaining
manufacturing equipment, developing preventive maintenance plans, and collaborating on
facility expansions.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Work Environment and Physical Requirements:
Safety Requirements:
Microbial Discovery Group (MDG) is an R&D-driven product development and Bacillus fermentation company. We apply Real Science to a Trusted Process, yielding Proven Success for our partners. At MDG, we recognize the need for sustainable solutions to the world’s largest problems, and we work to solve them as part of our mission to Feed, Clean, Save the World. As a member of our team, your ideas and innovations are integral to who we are. Come grow with us!
Position Summary:
The Maintenance Technician I is a hands-on role requiring strong technical and mechanical
acumen, along with high learning agility. This position involves diagnosing and maintaining
manufacturing equipment, developing preventive maintenance plans, and collaborating on
facility expansions.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain and repair manufacturing equipment, including bioreactors, centrifuges,refrigeration equipment, and more.
- Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical and electrical equipment issues.
- Implement repairs with minimal production disruption.
- Develop and follow a preventive maintenance schedule using computerized software.
- Integrate predictive and preventive technologies to reduce costs.
- Document all maintenance and repair activities.
- Establish and maintain a spare parts inventory.
- Work closely with Engineering, Safety and Quality Control (QC) Departments to assurecompliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
- Responsible for compliance with maintaining facility cleanliness, post maintenancecleaning, and preventative maintenance.
- Accountable for maintaining accurate and up-to-date records.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED required; technical education or equivalent experience preferred.
- 1-2 years of industrial maintenance experience.
- 1+ years experience in installing and maintaining plant floor mechanical and electrical systems.
- Experience in manufacturing, fermentation, or chemical product operations is highly desirable.
- Basic troubleshooting and analytical skills, with a willingness to learn and improve.
- Experience with industrial equipment like steam generators and air compressors.
- Knowledge of industrial components and instrumentation.
- Ability to interpret technical documents such as P&ID's and schematics.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements:
- May be exposed to airborne particles and chemicals used in fermentation production facilities.
- Engage hands-on with equipment and materials across three facilities, involving activities such as climbing ladders, walking, bending, scooping, kneeling, and lifting (up to 50lbs).
- May be exposed to airborne particles and chemicals used in fermentation production facilities.
Safety Requirements:
- Adherence to all company safety procedures and regulations to maintain a safe working environment including ladder safety, ergonomic practices, and proper use of PPE.
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