Company Description

Running with Sasquatch is more than just a clever marketing campaign. As a Jack Link’s team member, Running with Sasquatch means we roll up our buffalo plaid sleeves and do the hard work first. We don’t shy away from challenges. In fact, we push hard and take risks. True to our North Woods roots, we're a bunch of ordinary people who accomplish extraordinary things by driving results with innovation, creativity and a clear sense of urgency. Like our awesome protein products, we have an unwavering passion for quality, and you won’t find anything artificial here. What you see is what you get…authentic, humble and fun people who Run with Sasquatch!

Running with Sasquatch takes a team. We invite you to run with us, succeed with us, and celebrate with us. Most importantly, Feed Your Wild Side® with us on our journey to be the dominant global leader of branded protein snacks!

Jack Link's Protein Snacks is a global leader in snacking and the No. 1 meat snack manufacturer worldwide. Still family-owned and operated with headquarters in Minong, Wisconsin, Jack Link’s also has a large corporate hub in Downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota, and operates a total of 11 manufacturing and distribution facilities in four countries. Jack Link’s produces high-quality, great-tasting protein snacks that feed the wild sides of consumers around the world. Jack Link's Protein Snacks family of brands includes Jack Link's, LK, World Kitchens Jerky, Bifi and Peperami.

Job Description

Join Jack Link's as a Maintenance Intern during the summer of 2026 in New Glarus, WI! The Maintenance Intern role is to keep the plant and equipment running in a safe and efficient manner.  Maintains and repairs building and equipment. Carries out responsibilities in accordance with company policies and procedures.

The duties and responsibilities of this position shall consist of, but not be limited to, the following:

Perform all duties within OSHA and company safety standards; LOTO, wear PPE and maintain safety equipment.Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.Immediately report all accidents and deficiencies to the lead/foreman/supervisor/manager.Ensure safety devices are installed and working properly.Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions necessary in these trades.Actively work to improve OEE.Development of training and facilitation of hands on training.Diagnosis of mechanical and electrical system issues.Inspection of components of industrial equipment for accurate assembly and installation to ensure correct repair procedures are in place.Maintain available parts, tools, and material inventory.Routine inspection of equipment for preventative and emergency maintenance needs.Calibration of devices to optimize performance and maintain longevity of equipment.Installation of new equipment, replacement parts and components.Collaboration with vendors to procure necessary equipment and tools necessary to successfully complete projects.Diagnose and repair mechanical machinery.Collaboration with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventative maintenance schedules.Routine inspection of tools and maintenance equipment.Dismantling of equipment to access, remove and replace defective parts to maintain operability.Diagnose equipment malfunctions and complete repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.Follow safety policies and proceduresFollow good manufacturing practices and HACCP training, along with company SOP’s, and SSOP’s.Manage start-up to make sure equipment is in proper operating condition.Demand Maintenance as assigned: Skill in diagnosing equipment defects and making necessary repairs.Preventative Maintenance as assigned.Filing breakdown reports.Assist with inventory control.Maintain the shop, boiler room, and the interior/exterior of the plant.You will develop a final presentation on your experience highlighting project work, accomplishments, and insight on Jack Link’s as a company.

Qualifications

Required Education: Studying for an Associate's or Bachelor's degree

Required Experience:  

Knowledge of the materials, tools, methods, and techniques used in the mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic trades.Basic understanding of motors, and controllers, hydraulics and pneumatics, plumbing.Basic understanding of PLC I/O. Basic understanding of TCP/IP.

Preferred Experience: 

English/Spanish bilingual.Previous experience working in a meat processing facility. CMMS experience in at least one or more CMMS program.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

Must be a team player that is committed to working in a quality environment. The ability to work independently with demonstrated ability to prioritize workload effectively.The ability to work in a fast paced and dynamic environmentMust be an agent for change and receptive to innovative ideas from others.The ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with other team members and departments.The ability to deal with multiple tasks while using good judgment.The ability to perform heavy physical work, exercising up to 50 pounds of strength frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Work involves stooping, crouching, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, and grasping.

 

Additional Information

JACK LINK’S CORE VALUES:

Company values: Be Real, Speed Matters, Stewardship, Relationship Driven, Self-Discipline, and Show Awesome Character.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to be successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the Team Member is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The Team Member is occasionally required to stand, walk and reach with hands and arms. The Team Member must occasionally lift and/or more up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Team Member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work environment is a plant/office setting with varying degrees of temperatures and noise levels. Exposure to manufacturing equipment movement and wet/slippery floors. However, the vast amount of work is conducted in a climate-controlled office. Travel may be required.

Additional Information:

The salary range for this role is $22 to $24 per hour for a Bachelor's degree candidate and $30 per hour for a Master's degree candidate. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, and candidate skill set and experience. 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
Jack Link’s provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic that is protected by federal, state or local law.

E-VERIFY:
Jack Link’s is participant in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees.  For information about the E-Verify program, please visit:  http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.