Packaging Systems Technician -- Autonomous Maintenance
Job Description
Job DescriptionPackaging Systems Technician — Autonomous Maintenance
Location: Markesan, WI
Schedule: Monday–Thursday
Shift: 3:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Compensation: $25–$31 per hour + $2.00/hour shift premium | Overtime opportunities
Be More Than an Operator. Be an Owner.
Your day starts with a pre-shift walkthrough. You scan gauges, listen for unusual vibrations, and check yesterday’s maintenance log. A minor alignment looks off—so you fix it before it becomes a downtime event. By midday, you swap between the packaging lines and the oil production system, dialing in settings for quality and throughput. In the afternoon, you collect samples, log results, and trigger a work order for a belt you’ve been watching. By end of shift, the line is meeting targets, sanitation checks are cleared, and your notes help the next crew hit the ground running. That’s ownership in action.
What You’ll Take Ownership Of
- Running and monitoring packaging and oil production equipment for safe, efficient output
- Diagnosing issues and handling basic mechanical repairs on the spot
- Executing preventive maintenance to protect uptime and extend asset life
- Verifying product quality and collecting samples for testing; documenting all results
- Keeping precise production and shipping records
- Creating and managing maintenance work orders with clear detail
- Upholding food safety, sanitation, and operational excellence standards
- Spotting and implementing improvements that boost reliability and throughput
- Collaborating across Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and Shipping
How This Role Goes Beyond Typical Packaging
You won’t just press start and watch. You’ll be trained to own your equipment with a toolkit that blends:
- Production operations fundamentals
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Preventive maintenance practices
- Quality assurance techniques
- Continuous improvement (CI) mindset and methods
We invest in your growth with hands-on training and expanding responsibility.
What Helps You Succeed Here
- Self-starter who enjoys independent problem-solving
- Strong sense of accountability and pride in results
- Comfort in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Safety-first attitude with a quality-driven approach
- Curiosity and desire to keep learning
Qualifications
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience
- 3–5 years of industrial maintenance experience in manufacturing preferred
- Background in food manufacturing is a plus
- Basic computer skills; comfortable with production systems and equipment interfaces
- Able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
Physical Requirements
This is a hands-on role that requires you to:
- Lift up to 55 pounds
- Work in varying temperatures with dust and noise
- Frequently climb stairs, ladders, and elevated platforms
- Work safely at heights and within confined spaces
- Be on your feet and moving for most of the shift
- Use two-way radio communication
Why Join Didion
- Safety-first culture
- Ownership and accountability at every level
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Clear paths for career growth and development
Build in-demand skills, make a measurable impact, and grow with a company that invests in you.
Ready to Own Your Impact?
Apply today and join a team where your expertise keeps essential food-grade products moving.
Compliance
Didion Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We urge all qualified applicants to apply for this position. Selection will be based on qualifications as they relate to position requirements without regard to race, color, national origin, religion sex, age, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected class.
Didion uses the eVerify system to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.