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Maintenance Mechanic

AK Pizza Crust, Prior Lake, MN, United States


Location
PRIOR LAKE, MN

Job Summary
AK Crust is accepting applications for experienced Industrial Maintenance Mechanics. These are full‑time, year‑round positions with a growing, successful company. Join one of the nation's foremost manufacturers of pizza crust and pizza dough products!

Shifts & Locations
AK Pizza Crust is hiring Maintenance Mechanics at our Prior Lake facility. Immediate openings will vary based on current staffing needs at this work site location.

5832 Industrial Ln SE, Prior Lake, MN 55372

Job Duties

Preventive maintenance on production equipment including conveyors, ovens, and freezers

Troubleshooting and repairing motors, conveyors, belts, pneumatic systems and more

Utilizing diagrams, sketches, manuals, manufacturer's instructions and engineering specs

Removing defective parts using hoists, cranes, hand and power tools

Examining form and texture of parts for wear

Maintaining equipment, parts, and supply inventories

Compliance with food industry GMPs, Quality Assurance and Safe Practices

Accurate documentation to meet stringent SQF record‑keeping requirements

Maintaining a safe and clean working environment

Essential Job Requirements

At least 1 year of technical education or equivalent experience in mechanical or electrical fields is required

Strong mechanical aptitude and ability

Commitment to learning new skills and mastering new competencies

Tools: employees supply their own industrial‑grade tools (list provided)

Prior LOTO training and forklift certification desired (we will re‑certify)

Strong reading, writing, record‑keeping and verbal communication skills

Excellent attendance

Physical Demands

Standing, walking 8+ hours per day

Frequent bending, twisting, reaching

Frequent repetitive wrist and hand motion

Some overhead lifting and reaching

Ability to lift +/- 50 pounds

Ability to work at heights using ladders, lifts

Ability to climb ladders, stairs, step stools

Ability to tolerate hot and cold temperatures

Excellent hand‑eye coordination, manual dexterity

Dress Code
Sanitation PPE is provided and required. GMPs required in the plant. Hairnets, beard nets, and uniforms are worn. No watches, jewelry, piercings, false fingernails or nail polish permitted. No dresses, skirts, shorts, capris, or pants with holes. New slip‑resistant footwear is required; voucher provided for purchase of shoes.

Language Skills
Requires the ability to understand and follow instructions and to communicate effectively one‑on‑one and in small groups.

Teamwork and a Positive Attitude
Essential in keeping with our culture of respect.

Starting Pay
$28.50–$29.50 per hour.

Compensation
Compensation is based on skills and experience, with generous raises as the employee learns and advances. Starting pay is only the beginning.

Benefits

Double Time Pay

Shift differential pay

Catered meals

$1,000 annual tool allowance

Satellite radio in work areas

Free uniforms

$130 safety shoe allowance

Free dental (employee coverage)

Health insurance

Vision benefit

Life insurance

Short‑term disability insurance

Long‑term disability insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation, up to 20 days per year

Paid holidays

Paid sick days

PTO days

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