Plant Maintenance Mechanic

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc.•Lubbock, TX

6d•$27•Onsite

About The Position

This Maintenance Technician position involves demonstrating full proficiency in maintenance/mechanical activities to ensure all equipment operates effectively and efficiently. Responsibilities include general maintenance, preventative maintenance, over-hauls, modification, fabrication, welding, and mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and repair. The role requires working with a limited degree of supervision, with oversight focused on complex and/or new assignments, and acting as an informal resource for colleagues with less experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
2 to 4 years of maintenance, mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic, computer-controlled equipment, PLC, and HVAC or related experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
Experience on a variety of equipment including lubricating, cleaning, material handling, motor control, relay control, process control and packaging equipment
Knowledge of charts, tables, drawings, specifications, schedules, wiring diagrams
Able to inspect equipment, recognize potential problems, and take appropriate corrective action to prevent component failures or equipment down time
Able to use a variety of maintenance tools, hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment in a safe manner
Able to perform maintenance activities/repairs independently and assist on more complicated repairs
Able to perform minor to mid-sized projects from planning to installation
Able to present options and ideas to current processes or procedures
Able to adapt and manage to change effectively
Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision
Able to work effectively in a team environment
Able to diagnose and take appropriate steps to find solutions to problems
Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Basic computer skills
Must be able to read, write and speak English

Nice To Haves

Graduation from trade school or technical school preferred in areas such as electrical, programmable controls (PLC/HMI), mechanical, welding/fabrication, refrigeration, plumbing, etc.
Experience with ammonia refrigeration systems preferred
Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance and/or repairs (planned, unplanned, emergency) on production, processing, and packaging equipment as well as utility related equipment or systems, following all safety procedures
Perform preventative maintenance; perform routine inspections of equipment for assessment of reliability and performance
Read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, electrical schematics, service manuals, and work orders to perform required maintenance and service
Support the installation of new equipment
Assist operators with training or troubleshooting to minimize equipment downtime
Complete work orders in a timely manner, while maintaining high quality standards
Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment in performing duties
Maintain communication with other departments, management, and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production
Ensure all repairs are documented. Complete all paperwork clearly, legibly, and accurately with required information. Document all required information in accordance with standard operations procedures
Stay up to date on new products, equipment, technology and techniques
Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes
Exhibit the ability to anticipate parts requirements for the tasks, follow proper purchasing procedures, and acquire parts ahead of anticipated task performance
Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements