Plant Maintenance Mechanic

Prairie Farms Dairy•Woodbury, MN

About The Position

The Plant Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for maintaining property and production assets in a safe, sanitary, and efficient condition. The role performs planned and unplanned maintenance on production, packaging, and processing equipment, as well as utility systems that provide heat, steam, cooling, electrical power, gas, or air. The mechanic responds to emergency breakdowns, performs preventative maintenance, and supports manufacturing systems such as ozone generation, line and lubricant delivery, chemical and ingredient delivery, and the PH house. The position requires reading technical procedures, electrical schematics, service manuals, and work orders; completing work orders and documentation accurately and on time; and using hand and power tools, electric meters, and material-handling equipment. The mechanic communicates production problems and concerns, reports low parts and supplies, and helps identify process improvements. The role follows Good Manufacturing Practices, food-safety and food-quality programs, required safety procedures, and sanitation requirements. The position is for third shift and may require flexible hours, overtime, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

Ability to work third shift.
High school diploma or GED preferred; formal engineering or maintenance training desired.
At least 2 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing facility; food and beverage experience preferred.
At least 1 year of experience in one or more technical areas: electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic, computer-controlled equipment, PLC, or HVAC.
At least 1 year of experience with varied equipment, including lubricating, cleaning, material handling, motor control, relay control, process control, and packaging equipment.
Ability to inspect equipment, recognize potential problems, and independently take corrective action to prevent component failures or equipment downtime.
Ability to stand, walk, kneel, and bend for virtually the entire shift.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Ability to work in a wet environment with moderate to high noise volume.
Willingness to work flexible hours, including overtime, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Must pass all pre-employment screens, including drug, background, and criminal checks.

Nice To Haves

Professional experience with ammonia refrigeration systems.

Responsibilities

Maintain property and production assets in a safe, sanitary, and efficient condition.
Perform planned and unplanned maintenance on production, packaging, and processing equipment and utility systems.
Respond to emergency repairs during equipment breakdowns.
Read and interpret technical procedures, electrical schematics, service manuals, and work orders.
Perform preventative maintenance, including computerized maintenance check-ups and reviewing SPC charts and data.
Support manufacturing systems including ozone generation, line and lubricant delivery, chemical and ingredient delivery, and the PH house.
Complete work orders promptly while maintaining high-quality standards.
Use hand and power tools, electric meters, and material-handling equipment to perform duties.
Communicate with departments, management, and employees about problems or concerns that may affect production efficiency.
Complete paperwork clearly and accurately, documenting required information in accordance with SOPs.
Report low parts and supplies to the Supervisor to help maintain inventory.
Identify opportunities to improve processes using a continuous-improvement mindset.
Follow Good Manufacturing Practices and maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe work area.
Follow required safety practices, including lockout-tagout, PPE, confined-space safety, safe chemical handling, and fall restraints.
Support food safety, prerequisite programs, and food quality in the designated area, and immediately report related issues to management.
Perform other duties as assigned.