Maintenance Technician

Lactalis American Group Inc•Nampa, ID

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About The Position

Lactalis American Group is hiring a Maintenance Technician based in Nampa, Idaho. The Maintenance Technician II – RSPC is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and improving equipment within the Whey plant. The role supports safe, reliable, and efficient operations in a large-scale dairy manufacturing environment by responding to equipment downtime, diagnosing root causes, and performing mechanical and basic electrical repairs. It is key to maintaining production flow and supporting continuous improvement.

Requirements

2–4 years of maintenance experience in a production environment.
Ability to read and interpret technical instructions, schematics, and equipment manuals.
Understanding of electrical and mechanical principles, lockout/tagout, and safe work practices.
Strong troubleshooting and decision-making skills.
Ability to work independently under time pressure.
Clear written and verbal communication abilities.
Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced production environment.
Strong personal responsibility and teamwork skills.
Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout a large dairy manufacturing facility for extended periods.
Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs, with assistance for heavier items.
Ability to climb ladders, access elevated platforms, and work in confined spaces.
Ability to work in warm processing areas, cool rooms, and outdoor utility spaces.
Ability to work around moving machinery, rotating equipment, high-pressure systems, and energized components.
Ability to wear required PPE, including hearing protection, safety glasses, gloves, and respiratory protection when needed.
Ability to work overtime, weekends, or holidays in a 24/7 production environment when required.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree from a two-year college or technical school; equivalent experience is considered.
Experience troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, or utility systems in food, dairy, or similar manufacturing.
Trade certifications are valued but not required.

Responsibilities

Respond to equipment failures and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues.
Repair cheese processing equipment, including pumps, valves, and CIP-integrated systems.
Make adjustments to maintain throughput, product quality, and equipment performance.
Independently interpret symptoms, identify root causes, and determine corrective actions.
Support changeovers, setups, and process optimization activities.
Perform preventive and predictive maintenance tasks as needed.
Document work in Maximo and communicate repair needs, parts usage, and follow-up actions.
Collaborate with operators, supervisors, and fellow technicians to maintain safety, product quality, and production efficiency.
Use Microsoft Office and Outlook for communication and maintenance documentation.