Manufacturing Maintenance Technician - Night Shift

Dairy Farmers of America•Schulenburg, TX

8d•$26 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

This role is for a Manufacturing Maintenance Technician on the night shift, responsible for diagnosing and repairing equipment issues to ensure zero downtime and 100% efficiency. The position involves performing both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, overhauling packaging and canning machinery, and making adjustments to various mechanical components. The technician will also operate and troubleshoot plant systems, maintain parts inventory using the SAP system, ensure GMP compliance, and document all repairs accurately. The role emphasizes teamwork and adherence to company values.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
5 years of experience as an electrical or maintenance technician in a highly automated manufacturing environment.
Proficiency in electrical work, pneumatics, hydraulics, and mechanical equipment using standard maintenance tools.
Ability to perform minor projects from planning to installation.
Capability to perform routine repairs and preventative maintenance on various equipment.
Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical failures and determine root cause for accurate diagnosis and repair.
Good communication skills to foster cooperation and effectively communicate with others.
Basic computer skills.
Focus on continual learning and growing knowledge of the equipment and the plant.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Responsibilities

Locate, diagnose, and repair issues causing equipment downtime or unsatisfactory performance.
Perform unscheduled and scheduled maintenance to achieve zero downtime and 100% efficiency.
Work within the SAP system to maintain accurate parts inventory levels.
Complete changeovers and overhauls on packaging and canning machinery.
Make repairs and adjustments to conveyor tracks, gearboxes, and motors.
Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot plant systems (water, steam, air, cooling systems, pumps, and valves).
Correct GMP discrepancies and adhere to all safety policies and procedures.
Ensure all repairs are documented accurately.
Foster teamwork consistent with our company and plant Mission, Vision, and Core Values.