Maintenance Mechanic 1st Shift

Saputo Inc.•Tulare, CA

7d•$38 - $46

About The Position

This position is responsible for assigned tasks that ensure the safe and appropriate operation of equipment through diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of production and processing machinery, other mechanical equipment, and buildings. The mechanic repairs and maintains machinery, mechanical equipment, and computerized systems—including pumps, conveyor systems, and motors—according to diagrams, blueprints, operating manuals, and manufacturer specifications. The role also involves working with AC/DC power and control voltages, PLC controls, VFD drives, and instrumentation; troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, and process issues independently; and documenting maintenance work accurately and promptly. The mechanic is a member of the Emergency Response Team and is expected to follow Good Manufacturing Practices, food safety and quality programs, regulatory requirements, and safe work practices. The position requires reliable attendance and availability to work any shift, overtime, or holidays as needed.

Requirements

High school graduate.
At least two years of industrial maintenance experience in the dairy, food, and/or beverage industry, or an equivalent combination of experience, formal training, and education.
Working knowledge of machines and tools, including their design, uses, benefits, repair, and maintenance.
Effective troubleshooting skills, including the ability to systematically diagnose electrical and/or mechanical problems.
Working knowledge of AC and DC power and control voltages, PLCs, VFD drives, and process instrumentation.
Basic computer hardware and software skills.
Ability and availability to work any shift, overtime, and holidays as required.
Ability to provide and maintain the tools and test equipment needed for the job.

Responsibilities

Consult with operators and observe, test, and evaluate machinery and equipment to diagnose malfunctions.
Disassemble machinery and equipment to remove parts and make repairs.
Examine parts for defects, including breakage and excessive wear.
Repair, replace, adjust, and align machinery and equipment components.
Clean and lubricate parts, equipment, and machinery.
Test-run repaired machinery and equipment to verify that repairs are adequate.
Fabricate replacement parts.
Weld to repair broken metal parts, fabricate new parts, and assemble new equipment.
Order or requisition parts and materials.
Repair and replace electrical wiring and components.
Accurately and promptly record repairs and maintenance performed.
Serve as a member of the Emergency Response Team.
Maintain basic computer skills to perform maintenance and repairs on computer-controlled machinery.
Work on PLC controls, VFD drives, and instrumentation.
Independently troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and process issues.
Communicate and work effectively with employees, visitors, and vendors.
Maintain required tools and keep basic tools and test equipment in workable condition.
Follow Good Manufacturing Practices and perform duties safely and efficiently.
Promptly report unsafe working conditions and potential quality or food safety hazards to management.
Comply with Saputo food safety and quality programs and regulatory requirements.
Demonstrate integrity in business activities.
Maintain reliable and consistent attendance; work any shift, overtime, and holidays as required, and cover absences of key personnel when needed.
Perform other duties as required.