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Daisy Brand Maintenance Technician in Casa Grande, Arizona
Category 7330 - Industrial and refractory machinery mechanics
Description
We are looking for motivated individuals who are detail-oriented and exhibit a strong desire to learn and grow. While managing a 24/7 production operation, the Daisy Brand Maintenance Team strives to provide a work-life balance with an average of 45 hours/week. Come work with state-of-the-art equipment where there are opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Position Overview:
Maintenance Technicians are responsible for efficient and safe operation of all areas of the plant. This includes processing, packaging, warehouse, and the utilities that support all areas of the plant. Technicians will frequently collaborate and problem solve with Maintenance, Engineering, and Operations.
The ideal candidate will be well rounded in electrical, mechanical, and controls. The Technician will be responsible for troubleshooting and maintaining highly technical and automated equipment to include fillers, case packers, and palletizers, also to include process systems, ammonia refrigeration equipment, high-pressure boilers, air compressors, and other building utilities.
Skills and Experience:
Electrical
Understanding of electrical schematics and documentation
480V 3 phase troubleshooting and wiring
Low voltage controls
VFDs and servos
Mechanical
Welding to include: MIG, TIG, and Arc
pumps, valves, gearboxes
Strong mechanical aptitude
Pneumatic and hydraulic systems operation
Mill and lathe
Controls
Allen Bradley PLC knowledge to include SLC 500, PLC 5 and Logix 5000 (troubleshooting and program understanding)
Manufacturing
Familiar with conveyors, palletizing equipment, case packers preferred
Utilities boilers, air compressors, and ammonia refrigeration
Waste water systems
Other Duties:
Follow Daisy Brand food safety and quality protocols.
Follow GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices), housekeeping and safe work practices.
Other duties as assigned, including general building maintenance.
Qualifications:
High School diploma or G.E.D. required. Additional technical certifications preferred.
Must be able to understand and follow all GMP and Safety requirements.
Proficiency in maintenance management software (CMMS) preferred.
Experience in food/dairy production environment preferred.
Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
Must be able to stand, bend, lift, and twist throughout shift.
Must be able to multitask while working with a team.
Pay Rate:
Experienced Maintenance Technician pay rate starting at $35+.
10% premium pay on off-hours work.
15% premium pay on weekend work.
Company Overview
Daisy Brand is the market leader in two billion-dollar categories – sour cream and cottage cheese. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, we’ve earned the trust of Americans through consistency and quality across five generations as a family-owned company. Our success has been guided by a simple belief: good food, much like good work, starts with integrity. That mindset continues to shape how we make our products, run our business, and support the people behind the brand.
At Daisy Brand, tradition and innovation go hand in hand. We invest thoughtfully in advancements that strengthen our products and operations, supporting responsible, long-term growth. In 2025, we broke ground on a new manufacturing facility in Boone, Iowa, further strengthening our supply chain alongside our established plants in Garland, Texas; Casa Grande, Arizona; and Wooster, Ohio. Looking ahead, our state-of-the-art Innovation Center, opening in 2026, will bring together research, food science, culinary, and technology teams to shape the future of our products. Recent work from these teams includes the development of the squeeze pouch and new line of dips, reflecting an intentional approach to modernization while staying true to the quality our consumers expect.
At the heart of Daisy Brand is its people. The company is intentionally structured to be collaborative and accessible, with an entrepreneurial mindset encouraged at every level. We hire with the goal of building long-term careers and provide an environment where employees are trusted to think critically, take initiative, and continue learning. Growth here isn’t accidental; it’s actively supported and shared.
To support our employees and their families, Daisy Brand offers a people-first benefits package that includes:
A no deductible, $0premium option for employee only medical coverage
Access to virtual healthcare and wellness programs
A 401(k) program with company match, plus weekly safe harbor and annual profit-sharing contributions
Company paid short and long-term disability coverage and 2x annual salary in life and AD&D insurance
Four weeks of paid time off, plus 20 hours of floating holidays in your first full year of employment
Annual rollover and payout options for any unused paid time off
Paid time for volunteering and community involvement
Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development opportunities
Fitness and wellness incentives
And more.
Daisy Brand is a nicotine-free company. Daisy Brand is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and disabled encouraged to apply.