Kinsley Power Systems
SHIFT:
Day Shift. Subject to change according to business needs.
BENEFITS: We are delighted to offer a comprehensive benefits package that encompasses Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Supplemental Insurance, Vacation, Holiday Pay, Personal Time Off (PTO), and a 401(k) plan with a company match. Eligibility and waiting periods may apply.
POSITION SUMMARY: The Maintenance Lead is responsible for ensuring a safe and compliant work environment while coordinating and performing maintenance activities to keep production equipment and plant infrastructure operating at peak efficiency. This role provides hands‑on technical support, leads maintenance technicians, and drives adherence to safety and quality standards. The Maintenance Lead plays a critical role in minimizing downtime, supporting continuous improvement, and maintaining operational reliability.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES and PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Compliance & Safety
Enforce OSHA, HACCP, SQF, and FDA standards for food safety and workplace safety.
Ensure proper use of PPE and adherence to lockout/tagout procedures.
Team Leadership
Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
Assign tasks and monitor performance of maintenance technicians.
Train team members on SOPs, safety protocols, and equipment operation.
Coordination & Communication
Collaborate with production, QA, and warehouse teams to resolve equipment issues quickly.
Communicate maintenance schedules and priorities to minimize production impact.
Support capital projects and equipment installations as needed.
Equipment Maintenance & Repair
Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance for production machinery, refrigeration systems, and utilities.
Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic issues to minimize downtime.
Ensure proper documentation of maintenance activities and equipment history.
POSITION SPECIFICATIONS / QUALIFICATIONS: Education
High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification preferred.
AA degree in mechanical, electrical, industrial maintenance, or other related field preferred.
Experience
3+ years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in food manufacturing. Industrial electrical experience.
Experience with prior preventative maintenance systems. Experience with sanitary TIG welding.
Centrifugal pump maintenance experience.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration systems.
Ability to read technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
Excellent problem‑solving skills: identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
Ability to inspire, guide, and empower teams to deliver exceptional results through collaboration and accountability.
Proficiency in or knowledge of using a variety of computer software applications, especially Excel, Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Good written and verbal communication skills. Effective prioritizing, organizing, and time‑management skills.
Ability to be flexible, execute plans and strategies, and achieve desired results.
Ability to work collaboratively to achieve defined goals on time.
Adept at solving problems, analyzing information, highlighting relevant information, and suggesting appropriate actions.
Adapts to changes in the work environment while managing competing demands and the ability to deal with frequent changes, delays or unexpected events.
Physical Requirements
Environmental exposure to warehouses stored at ambient (60-70°F), refrigerated (35°F), and frozen (-20°F) temperatures. Environmental exposure to extreme heat: temperatures above 100 degrees.
Must possess strength, stamina and mobility to regularly perform heavy physical work outdoors in all weather conditions and with exposure to potentially hazardous conditions.
Excessive ascending and/or descending of ladders and stairs using feet and legs and/or hands and arms on a regular basis. Body agility is emphasized.
Walking: moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances on a continuous basis.
Repetitive motions: substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers on a continuous basis.
Stooping: bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist on a regular basis.
Kneeling: bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
Crouching: regularly bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine continuously.
Talking: expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Includes activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.
Lifting: able to lift up to 100lbs occasionally, up to 50lbs regularly.
Machinery Used
Ability to drive a motor vehicle and/or heavy construction equipment.
Use of a computer, mechanical hand tools, welders, lifts, multi‑meter, ammeter and megohmmeter, drill press, grinders, saws, cutting, torches, and pipe threaders.
Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties.
If you’re excited about this opportunity, we invite you to apply by visiting our website at www.idahomilkproducts.com.
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BENEFITS: We are delighted to offer a comprehensive benefits package that encompasses Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Supplemental Insurance, Vacation, Holiday Pay, Personal Time Off (PTO), and a 401(k) plan with a company match. Eligibility and waiting periods may apply.
POSITION SUMMARY: The Maintenance Lead is responsible for ensuring a safe and compliant work environment while coordinating and performing maintenance activities to keep production equipment and plant infrastructure operating at peak efficiency. This role provides hands‑on technical support, leads maintenance technicians, and drives adherence to safety and quality standards. The Maintenance Lead plays a critical role in minimizing downtime, supporting continuous improvement, and maintaining operational reliability.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES and PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Compliance & Safety
Enforce OSHA, HACCP, SQF, and FDA standards for food safety and workplace safety.
Ensure proper use of PPE and adherence to lockout/tagout procedures.
Team Leadership
Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
Assign tasks and monitor performance of maintenance technicians.
Train team members on SOPs, safety protocols, and equipment operation.
Coordination & Communication
Collaborate with production, QA, and warehouse teams to resolve equipment issues quickly.
Communicate maintenance schedules and priorities to minimize production impact.
Support capital projects and equipment installations as needed.
Equipment Maintenance & Repair
Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance for production machinery, refrigeration systems, and utilities.
Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic issues to minimize downtime.
Ensure proper documentation of maintenance activities and equipment history.
POSITION SPECIFICATIONS / QUALIFICATIONS: Education
High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification preferred.
AA degree in mechanical, electrical, industrial maintenance, or other related field preferred.
Experience
3+ years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in food manufacturing. Industrial electrical experience.
Experience with prior preventative maintenance systems. Experience with sanitary TIG welding.
Centrifugal pump maintenance experience.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration systems.
Ability to read technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
Excellent problem‑solving skills: identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
Ability to inspire, guide, and empower teams to deliver exceptional results through collaboration and accountability.
Proficiency in or knowledge of using a variety of computer software applications, especially Excel, Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Good written and verbal communication skills. Effective prioritizing, organizing, and time‑management skills.
Ability to be flexible, execute plans and strategies, and achieve desired results.
Ability to work collaboratively to achieve defined goals on time.
Adept at solving problems, analyzing information, highlighting relevant information, and suggesting appropriate actions.
Adapts to changes in the work environment while managing competing demands and the ability to deal with frequent changes, delays or unexpected events.
Physical Requirements
Environmental exposure to warehouses stored at ambient (60-70°F), refrigerated (35°F), and frozen (-20°F) temperatures. Environmental exposure to extreme heat: temperatures above 100 degrees.
Must possess strength, stamina and mobility to regularly perform heavy physical work outdoors in all weather conditions and with exposure to potentially hazardous conditions.
Excessive ascending and/or descending of ladders and stairs using feet and legs and/or hands and arms on a regular basis. Body agility is emphasized.
Walking: moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances on a continuous basis.
Repetitive motions: substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers on a continuous basis.
Stooping: bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist on a regular basis.
Kneeling: bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
Crouching: regularly bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine continuously.
Talking: expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Includes activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.
Lifting: able to lift up to 100lbs occasionally, up to 50lbs regularly.
Machinery Used
Ability to drive a motor vehicle and/or heavy construction equipment.
Use of a computer, mechanical hand tools, welders, lifts, multi‑meter, ammeter and megohmmeter, drill press, grinders, saws, cutting, torches, and pipe threaders.
Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties.
If you’re excited about this opportunity, we invite you to apply by visiting our website at www.idahomilkproducts.com.
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