Operations and Maintenance Lead – 3rd Shift, Monday–Thursday

Job overview

The Operations and Maintenance Lead role is onsite in Colfax, WI, with pay of $27–$32 per hour plus a $2 per hour shift differential. The position supports Grassland Dairy Products’ maintenance and production operations. The lead coordinates maintenance work, supports equipment reliability, and provides operational direction when needed. The role works with production, maintenance, quality assurance, and food safety teams to support safety, quality, efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

What you'll do

• Assign and coordinate maintenance work orders
• oversee day-to-day maintenance activities
• perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance
• troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and utility systems
• inspect equipment and facilities
• maintain repair records
• coordinate contractors
• support equipment installation and commissioning
• lead production activities when needed
• monitor safety, quality, and productivity
• support food safety, sanitation, and continuous improvement.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

operations and maintenance lead

3rd shift

maintenance

production operations

colfax wi

grassland dairy products

$27–$32/hr

$2/hr shift differential

monday–thursday

8:00 pm–6:00 am

preventive maintenance

food safety

$2,000 hiring bonus

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Benefits include company-paid health and dental premiums, 401(k) with 5% company match after six months, weekly direct deposit, double-time weekend pay for plant work, paid time off, short-term disability, life insurance, a $2,000 hiring bonus, safety gear reimbursements, and referral bonuses.

Why this role

The stated schedule is Monday through Thursday, 8:00 p.m.–6:00 a.m. (3rd shift). The posting also lists a $2,000 hiring bonus.

About the employer

Grassland Dairy Products, Inc is hiring for this role. Industry: Dry, Condensed, and Evaporated Dairy Product Manufacturing. Sector: 31.