Maintenance Group Lead

Joining Nortera means choosing opportunities to grow together!

As North America's leader in ready-to-cook vegetables, we are committed to contributing to the well-being of society by providing access to healthy and sustainable food. Nortera produces major private and retail brands and markets its own brand Arctic Gardens.

Why Choose Nortera:

• Competitive wages (Plus shift premiums for 2nd and 3rd shift assignments)
• Group Health Insurance program w/HSA or FSA
• Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance options
• 401K Retirement Savings account with Company Match
• Paid Sick, Vacation, and Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Reimbursement program, for Wellness (Gym Memberships, etc.), Tuition, Relocation, Boots, and more
• Opportunity for overtime during peak seasons 
• *Please note the range of compensation listed may not include all forms of compensation or benefits offered in connection with the opportunity. 

Your Daily Role:  

• Lead & Supervise: Train, motivate, and directly supervise maintenance staff to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant operations across the facility.
• Plan & Coordinate: Work closely with the maintenance planner to assign daily tasks, manage staffing needs, and support production, repack, and distribution operations.
• Ensure Compliance: Uphold food safety, health, and safety standards in line with company policies and SQF 2000 code requirements.
• Drive Continuous Improvement: Participate in capital projects, reduce downtime, and recommend efficiency improvements through updated procedures and equipment.

What qualifications and skills do I need to be successful? 

• Experience & Education: Minimum 5 years of industrial maintenance experience and a high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in reading blueprints, using diagnostic tools, and operating a wide range of mechanical and electrical equipment; basic computer and Google Workspace skills preferred.
• Certifications & Safety Knowledge: Familiar with OSHA safety protocols, including Lock-Out Tag-Out, PPE, lift truck operation, and facility-specific food safety standards (GMPs, HACCP).
• Physical & Environmental Readiness: Able to lift up to 100 lbs, work in hot/cold, dusty, and noisy environments, and perform tasks involving standing, bending, and climbing regularly.
• Can work second shift (3 pm to 11 pm)

second shift ( 3pm to 11pm)

A link to the full job description can be found here. 

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Come grow with Nortera!

Nortera believes in Equal Opportunity for all and is committed to ensuring all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, have an opportunity to apply for those positions that they are interested in and qualify for without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Nortera is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals so that an individual can perform their job-related duties. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and require special assistance or an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please contact us at 585-434-0399.