Job Description
TAKE PRIDE IN YOUR WORK. CREATE A CLEAN, READY-TO-RUN ENVIRONMENT WHERE QUALITY CAN THRIVE.
PRODUCTION EQUIPMENT CLEANING TECHNICIAN | Full-Time | Monday – Friday | 11:00am to 7:30pm
ABOUT ESI
At ESI, we build lasting partnerships with our customers by delivering products Done Right, On Time, backed by Legendary Service. We design, assemble, and deliver complex electronic products that power industries across the globe. Our success is driven by our people—those who take pride in their work and care about doing things the right way.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Clean exterior surfaces of production machines and equipment (no mechanical work or repairs)
- Sweep, mop, and maintain production floor areas
- Clean around, under, and between machines and workstations
- Empty trash and recycling throughout the production floor
- Clean walls, ceilings, vents, and other hard-to-reach areas
- Perform detailed cleaning in tight spaces and active work areas
- Maintain cleanliness during active production operations
- Follow established cleaning schedules and routines
- Use cleaning supplies and equipment safely and properly
- Identify and report safety hazards or areas needing attention
- Maintain organization of cleaning tools and supplies
Equipment Care & Preventative Maintenance Support:
- Perform preventative maintenance on SMT feeders and related equipment
- Complete routine maintenance tasks at scheduled intervals (cleaning, greasing, replacing chemicals, etc.)
- Clean SMT nozzles and perform daily equipment readiness checks
- Assist with upkeep of placement heads, gantries, wash systems, and other production equipment
- Help ensure equipment is clean, organized, and ready for production at all times
- Research equipment manuals and follow required maintenance procedures
- Assist in scheduling downtime to complete maintenance tasks
- Support or own maintenance-related tasks if a ticketing system is implemented
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
- Strong attention to detail and pride in doing quality work
- Ability to work independently and stay on task
- Mechanical curiosity and willingness to learn equipment processes
- Reliable attendance and consistent performance
- Ability to follow instructions and safety expectations
- Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment
Bonus (not required):
- Experience with cleaning, maintenance, or manufacturing equipment
- Familiarity with preventative maintenance practices
PHYSICAL & WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Ability to lift and carry up to 45 pounds
- Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, and reaching
- Repetitive arm and hand movement throughout the shift
- Standing and walking for extended periods
- Working in tight spaces and around active equipment
- Exposure to noise, machinery, and standard production environment conditions
- Proper PPE required per ESI Safety Policy and OSHA standards
WHY ESI
At ESI, we believe every role matters. This position plays a critical part in keeping our production floor clean, safe, and ready to run, directly supporting quality and efficiency.
We’re building a team where people take pride in their work and have the opportunity to grow as they learn the business.
BENEFITS (For Full-Time Employees)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Three Sanford Health medical options
• Delta Dental of SD
• VSP vision
• Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• AFLAC supplemental plans
• 401(k) match
• Company-paid Life/AD&D
SCHEDULE
- Full-time, on-site.
- Pay is dependent on previous experience.
- Monday – Friday 7am to 3:30pm
- Occasional Overtime Saturdays 6am to 11am
ITAR ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENT
This position requires access to information and materials subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). To be eligible for employment at ESI, applicants must be able to provide documentation demonstrating U.S. person status as defined by ITAR. Employment is contingent upon verification of this eligibility.
EEO & ACCOMMODATIONS
ESI is an equal opportunity employer. Federal law obligates us to provide reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and associates unless doing so would pose an undue hardship. If you require an accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please let us know.