Job description

Invest in you, Join Agropur. We dairy you!

What Agropur invests in YOU:

• Make a full years pay while only working 6 months out of the year!
• Two pay increases within first year of employment!
• Comprehensive benefits package focusing on your physical, financial and emotional health to include the following perks as well as the standard benefit offerings:
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with up to a 7% company match
• Paid Time Off (available on day 1)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Discounts
• Bonus Program
• Uniform Program
• Shoe Allowance
• Support and resources to meet everyday challenges
• Wellness resources to help you stay fit and well
• Internal Advancement Opportunities
• Leadership Development and Mentorship Programs
• Opportunities to support our local communities
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committees
• Chance to apply best practices in sustainability and environmental initiatives
• Commitment to producing high quality nutritious products and providing nourishment around the world

What this role is all about:

We are actively seeking an Automation Technician at our Lake Norden, South Dakota facility. This role uses knowledge of electronics, mechanics and computers to troubleshoot and repair instrumentation and computer-controlled systems.

Schedule and PTO:

• Rotating days and nights on a 5-2-2-5 schedule.
• 6pm-6am and 6am-6pm.
• Work only 14 shifts in 28 days
• $1.50 per hour shift differential for night shift!
• Double-time on Sundays!
• PTO available on hire date!

What you need:

• Associate’s or Technical Degree in Electrical Technology or related field required.
• Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.
• Experience with reading mechanical drawings and electrical schematics including knowledge of redlining schematics for updates required.
• Experience with wiring electrical control panels or equipment remote actuators and inputs and outputs as well plumbing equipment, pneumatic or/and hydraulic lines required.
• Experience planning, selecting, testing, installing and maintaining equipment and other types of systems required.
• Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand/walk for entire shift.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Where you’ll be working:

Lake Norden: Our Lake Norden, SD, plant is home to approximately 360 employees and boasts a brand new, state of the art cheese and whey facility. We produce mozzarella, provolone, parmesan, romano, asiago, and Monterey Jack cheeses as well as various whey streams.

The Lake Norden, SD, area is known for its beautiful lakes and outdoor activities. There are both small and large towns within the area with great schools and healthcare. You can also visit the Watertown Chamber site www.watertownsd.comfor more information on local events.

Agropur’s US operations produce approximately 1 billion pounds of quality, award winning cheese each year. The US operations produce more than 20 different cheese varieties along with whey protein and dry ingredients.

AA/EEO – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $30.58 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lake Norden, SD 57248: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Do you now, or will you in the future, need sponsorship from an employer in order to obtain, extend or renew your authorization to work in the United States?

Work Location: In person

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