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Maintenance Technician- (4p to 4a)

Ocean Spray · Wisconsin Rapids, WI · Full time

Posted Sep 4, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you improved a machine's reliability.

What they are checking: Initiative to reduce downtime rather than only reacting to breakdowns.

How will you handle a 12-hour rotating night schedule over time?

What they are checking: Realistic planning for the schedule, which affects reliability.

Tell me about working with operators to solve a recurring problem.

What they are checking: Teamwork with production, since operators often see problems first.

What would you do

You're working the 4 p.m. to 4 a.m. shift and a critical machine fails with no backup. What do you do?

What they are checking: Problem solving under pressure while staying safe and communicating with production.

About the work

The Wisconsin Rapids plant makes Craisins on a large site. Tell me about the processing equipment you've maintained.

What they are checking: Relevant experience with dryers, conveyors, infusion or similar food processing equipment.

Walk me through how you'd troubleshoot a motor that keeps tripping.

What they are checking: Electrical troubleshooting skills, including overloads, wiring and mechanical load.

How do you use PLCs or HMI screens to find a fault?

What they are checking: Controls knowledge that speeds up repairs in an automated plant.

How do you make sure equipment is clean and food-safe after a repair?

What they are checking: Awareness of food safety requirements in maintenance work.

How do you document your work so the next shift knows what happened?

What they are checking: Clear handoffs and work order records that keep a rotating crew informed.

How do you stay safe when working on equipment with stored energy, like air or hydraulics?

What they are checking: Thorough lockout/tagout practices that cover all energy sources.

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The full job description

As published by Ocean Spray.

Ocean Spray is Now Hiring a Maintenance Technician at the Wisconsin Rapids Processing Plant. The plant sits on 70 Acres and is 295,000 square feet and produces Sweetened Dried Cranberries (Craisins). The Maintenance Technician position is a 12-hour rotating shift from 4pm-4am with rotating weekends off with a starting pay rate of $33.28 plus a shift differential of $1.25 per hour. The position is a year-round position and working indoors. Our Purpose: Whatever your title, whatever your role – it all comes back to this: we’re a farmer-owned cooperative where everyone rolls up their sleeves to get the job done. We champion cranberries and support the farmers who grow them. We value not just what we do, but how we do it. For the second year in a row, Deloitte has named Ocean Spray one of the U.S. Best Managed Private Companies based on the criteria of strategy, execution, financials, and culture. Here’s to rolling up our sleeves to get the job done. Why work for Ocean Spray ? Complete insurance package on Day-1 that includes a variety of health and wellness programs . Health, Dental, and Vision insurance Health savings account Flexible spending account Life and accident insurance Employee assistance program Telehealth services Fertility benefits Transgender benefits 1:1 health coaching and more Additional Benefits: 401(k) with up to 6% Company matching; additional potential discretionary match at year-end Annual Safety Shoe Allotment Paid Time Off Career development and growth opportunities Tuition/Education assistance programs Parental leave Bright Horizons Family Solutions – Back-up care, tutoring, etc. Adoption assistance Bereavement leave Employee appreciation events Charitable giving Full time – Year-Round Employment” Job Description Summary Responsible for the day-to-day Maintenance activities within the team. Using the principles of total quality management to execute the work of preventative maintenance and repair equipment and actively participate in project development and training. Accountable for effective communication between management and team to maximize effective maintenance engagement practices. Job Responsibilities: • Work includes, but is not limited to, troubleshooting complex equipment, reading and interpreting manuals and work orders, maintaining a clean, safe work environment, and active participation in continuous improvement initiatives. • Serves as maintenance in the service of the equipment, to ensure optimal performance; responds to equipment process concerns; prioritizes work orders, PM/CM as needed. • Adhere to schedules and operational procedures including safety precautions related to the equipment and for performing assigned tasks. Take appropriate actions and make recommendations to ensure a safe working environment. Performs safety checks on equipment prior to the season of operations; perform regularly scheduled preventative maintenance; perform diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures. • Participates in daily maintenance projects and tasks. • Participated in preparatory meetings for maintenance day overhauls and cleans. Who We Are: You might have our iconic cranberry juice in your fridge or have gotten into heated holiday debate about what’s better - canned or fresh cranberry sauce. But did you know that the hardworking people growing the superfruit in our products are 700 family farmers that own our cooperative? They entrust us with what is most precious to them to create new and innovative products that will delight consumers and grow this beloved brand today and into the future. Team members, farmers, consumers and communities alike--we value what makes us unique and strive to connect our farms to families for a better life by living our values: • G rower Mindset – We embrace our grower-owners innovative spirit and heritage through confidence, learning and focus on the future. • Sustainable R esults – Guided by purpose, we are focused on delivering results for our grower-owners. • I ntegrity Above All – We are ethical, doing the right thing for our grower-owners, customers, consumers and each other • Inclusive T eamwork – We build diverse and inclusive teams that strengthen our cooperative. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. .

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