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Dairy Farmers of America

3rd Shift Maintenance Worker

Dairy Farmers of America, Dalbo, Minnesota, United States, 55017

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Job Description

Sign On Bonus: $2500

General Purpose

Perform general maintenance/mechanical activities to ensure that all equipment is operating effectively and efficiently. Apply general proficiency in preventative maintenance, over-hauls, modification, fabrication, welding, and/or mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and repair

Job Duties and 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

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

Assist in maintaining parts and supplies inventory by reporting low supply levels to supervisor

Maintain interior of the building (adjust doors to ensure functionality, paint touchups, troubleshoot lighting issues and replace, maintain HVAC filters, monitor bathroom fixtures to ensure proper operation, and perform other miscellaneous duties to ensure the building is performing at its best)

May maintain business property and outside grounds

Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes

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

The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

Requirements

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduation from trade school or technical school preferred in areas such as electrical, programmable controls (PLC/HMI), mechanical, welding/fabrication, refrigeration, plumbing, etc

1 to 3 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

Experience with ammonia refrigeration systems preferred

Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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 routine maintenance activities/repairs independently and assist on more complicated repairs

Able to perform minor projects from planning to installation

Able to follow directions

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

Benefits

Health and Sick benefits begin 1st of the month after start date

401(k) with company contribution – 100% vested at day one of eligibility

Competitive pay

Gain Share Program

Paid vacation and holidays

Career growth opportunities – we promote from within!

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

Service recognition and employee rewards

Employee referral program

Tuition reimbursement

Work for dairy farm families

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

Pay Range

$25