Maintenance Apprentice

Dairy Farmers of America•Zumbrota, MN

About The Position

Ensure that all equipment is operating effectively and efficiently, including preventative maintenance, overhauls, modification, fabrication, welding, and mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and repair.

Requirements

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
Qualification period of at least 180 days and then prove qualified in 2 areas to move C-plumbing, welding, refrigeration, boiler operator, and electrical
Knowledge company computer systems, specifically SAP
Knowledge of machine shop equipment
Skill in proficient computer usage
Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
Able to work in collaboration effectively and foster good teamwork
Able to follow directions and meet deadlines
Able to perform mechanical overhauls on pumps, motor bearing changes, and piping projects
Able to perform all required preventative, productive, predictive, and scheduled maintenance procedures
Able to perform electrical repairs such as motor wiring, motor starter fuses, and basic electrical trouble shooting and repairs
Able to perform fan repairs, motor changes, and pump overhauls
Able to demonstrate abilities to perform in a safe, positive, systematic fashion
Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision
Able to understand the basic types of controls used in the plant and how they affect the process
Must be able to read, write, and speak English

Responsibilities

Welding-must be able to satisfactorily weld stainless and black iron pipe, or have advanced welding training and demonstrate ability to use this knowledge on the job
Refrigeration-must be able to prove their ability on refrigeration systems throughout the plant, or complete heating and air conditioning training and demonstrate ability to use knowledge on the job
Electrical-must be able to work satisfactorily on 110, 240, and 480 volts as well as trouble shoot electrical problems encountered on the job, or complete electrical training and demonstrate ability to use knowledge on the job
Plumbing-must be able to maintain plumbing throughout the plant. Locate and correct problems
Boiler Operator & Maintenance-must be able to maintain boiler and locate problems
Perform preventative maintenance and repairs of production and processing equipment as well as utility related equipment in compliance with all safety procedures
Support the installation of new equipment, including support and implementation of preventive maintenance program
Ensure all repairs are documented
Complete work orders as assigned
Dedicate effort to safety as we expect every employee to leave work in the same condition as they arrive
Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
Exhibit the values and ethics of Dairy Farmers of America through honesty, discretion, and sound judgment
Adhere to all DFA Quality, Safety and GMP policies and procedures and report any nonconformity.
Attend required training, including but not limited to, Safety, GMP, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP), and Safe Quality Foods (SQF)
Work schedule includes on call and weekend shifts
The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required