Maintenance Technician - PM Shift
About The Position
We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to ensure the reliability and efficiency of our cheese and whey production operations. You will manage projects and work orders while performing a wide range of maintenance tasks, including installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production equipment, facility systems, and building infrastructure. Preventative maintenance such as welding, fabrication, lubrication, and filter changes will be key to minimizing downtime and extending equipment life. Accurate recordkeeping using our CMMS system is essential for tracking work orders, repairs, and parts inventory. In this role, you’ll diagnose equipment issues, implement corrective actions, and collaborate with management and plant teams to improve safety, quality, and efficiency. Compliance with food safety and regulatory standards (USDA, FDA, SQF, OSHA) is critical, along with maintaining a clean, organized work environment. You may coordinate with vendors for specialized repairs and assist in training new team members. If you’re a proactive problem-solver with strong technical skills and a commitment to food safety and continuous improvement, we invite you to join our team!
Requirements
- Ability and willingness to learn advanced mechanical and electrical technical skills
- Good math and problem solving skills
- Good computer skills in Microsoft Office
- Mechanical knowledge (machine guarding, drive belt installation & alignment, seal replacements, etc.)
- Pneumatic & hydraulic knowledge (replace and repair; check valves; filter assembly, etc.)
- Demonstrated knowledge of PLC and/or proficiency in program editing
- Electrical concepts (demonstrated knowledge of control wiring, programming and operation of various control panels, transducers, machines, etc.)
Nice To Haves
- Prior mechanical or electrical maintenance experience and/or training in a manufacturing organization is strongly preferred
- Welding of stainless steel knowledge desirable
Responsibilities
- Manage projects and work orders
- Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production equipment, facility systems, and building infrastructure
- Perform preventative maintenance such as welding, fabrication, lubrication, and filter changes
- Maintain accurate recordkeeping using our CMMS system
- Diagnose equipment issues and implement corrective actions
- Collaborate with management and plant teams to improve safety, quality, and efficiency
- Ensure compliance with food safety and regulatory standards (USDA, FDA, SQF, OSHA)
- Maintain a clean, organized work environment
- Coordinate with vendors for specialized repairs
- Assist in training new team members
Benefits
- Low-cost onsite clinics.
- Free onsite fitness center.
- Free healthy snacks throughout the facility.
- Health and wellness reimbursement program.
- Associate cheese purchasing program.
- Two-year mentorship program.
- Paid Parental Leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
