Milk Plant Maintenance/Facilities Supervisor

Hiland Dairy•Dallas, TX

69d•$80,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Plant Maintenance Supervisor at Hiland Dairy: Provides supervision of assigned work groups in ensuring effective selection, retention, and performance management of maintenance employees. Makes recommendations to the Plant Maintenance Manager concerning policies, procedures, techniques, facilities, and any other matter relative to the effective operation of the department and company. Provides resources and guidance to all maintenance employees as it relates to the maintenance operation (including but not limited to diagnosis and repair of production lines and systems, mechanical and electrical circuitry, prevention of food safety and quality problems, and minor repairs to building and plumbing). Helps with labor in the facilities: installs, maintains, and repairs production and manufacturing equipment. Perform Proficient preventative maintenance inspection and service on all production and manufacturing equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications and company guidelines.

Requirements

Moderate knowledge of and/or experience with PLC.
Must have proven experience and ability to display expertise in one or more of the following: Proficient experience with compressors/ammonia systems (e.g., refrigeration systems). Proficient experience with PLC (e.g., industrial maintenance, computer control systems, etc.). Proficient experience with basic electrical systems (e.g., starters, fuses, contacts, relays). Proficient experience with conveyors (air cylinders, diverters, sensors, motor/speed controls). Proficient experience with electrical systems (installation, frequency drive, troubleshooting) Proficient experience with electronics (e.g., level probes, flow meters, drives/VFDs, etc.). Proficient experience with gearing and gear boxes (rebuilds, ordering parts, machining parts). Proficient experience with hydraulic systems (high-pressure cylinders, pumps, valves, troubleshooting). Proficient experience with kinematics (e.g., line speed/sprocket size ratios, etc.). Review rating instructions. Proficient experience with packaging/high-speed production (e.g., bottling, consumer products, etc.). Proficient experience with pneumatics (solenoids, cylinders, motor brakes, reading, troubleshooting). Proficient experience with pneumatics/air compression (e.g., valves, cylinders, etc.). Proficient experience with preventative maintenance (computerized preventative charts/data). Proficient experience with pumps (e.g., troubleshooting, replacing seals/motors, understanding specs)
Ability to read, write, perform basic mathematical calculations, and accurately record data required.
Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and varying shifts, as required.
Must be able to work independently and/or on a team in a fast-paced environment.
Strong analytical skills and a systematic approach to troubleshooting and problem-solving is required.
Must pass pre-employment testing and physical evaluation and be at least 18 years of age.
One year certificate from college or technical school; or five years related experience and/or training in manufacturing equipment maintenance and repair; or equivalent combination of continued education and experience.
Material Handling Equipment (MHE).
Must be able to frequently stand, walk, kneel, reach, climb, pull, and bend with a full range of body motion.
Must be able to routinely lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 75 pounds.
Must be able to work in an office environment, extended periods in a cold, damp and hot environment.
Must be able to work in variable weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

PLC
HVAC
Ammonia
Refrigeration
or other specialty certifications required

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain equipment to the desired company performance standards.
Interface, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electronic computerized systems and equipment
Utilizing a continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes.
Comply with all company work and safety rules and regulatory compliance rules and regulations.
Use all personal protective equipment in compliance with OSHA regulations.
Possess the necessary personal tools to perform duties.