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Job Description

Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

General Purpose:

Maintain plant and equipment in good working order. Provide guidance and support to other team members on shift.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

+ Assist management to ensure that all preventative maintenance work orders are completed according to schedule. Assist with everyday maintenance issues and repairs.

+ Repair and maintenance of all plant equipment, including boilers, chillers, compressors, cooling yard, utility, and production equipment.

+ Provide guidance and support to other team members.

+ Assist in development of maintenance department shift schedules and attendance.

+ Oversee addressing of elevated issues. Ensure daily jobs and work orders assignments reflect appropriate priorities.

+ Ensure maintenance team has a good understanding of work practices and procedures.

+ Maintain and order repair and maintenance parts, supplies, tools, and equipment related to assigned areas of responsibility.

+ Demonstrate ownership and responsibility of assigned area by following through with work orders, repairs, parts request and contractor work.

+ Develop, implement, and support preventative maintenance programs

+ Provide daily status information to leadership.

+ Dedicate effort to safety as we expect every employee to leave work in the same condition as they arrive.

+ Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements

+ Exhibit the values and ethics of Dairy Farmers of America through honesty, discretion, and sound judgment.

+ Adhere to all DFA Quality, Safety and GMP policies and procedures and report any nonconformity.

+ Attend required training, including but not limited to Safety, GMP, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP), and Safe Quality Foods (SQF)

+ Work schedule includes on call and weekend shifts.

+ 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

Minimum Requirements:

_Education and Experience_

+ High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

+ 5 years of maintenance work experience in industrial setting with extensive knowledge in one trade (preferably HVAC with boilers and chillers)

+ Certification and/or License

+ May be required to obtain and maintain other certifications and/or licenses for continued employment

+ Trade specialty certification or licensure preferred

_Knowledge, Skills and Abilities_

+ Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems

+ Knowledge of dairy industry, including production processes and products

+ Knowledge of machine shop equipment

+ Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing

+ Able to perform all required preventative, productive, predictive, and scheduled maintenance procedures

+ Able to understand the basic types of controls used in the plant and how they affect the process

+ Able to perform minor electrical work (i.e. change pump motors and diagnose motor control problems)

+ Able to use standard maintenance tools

+ Able to perform routine repairs and minor projects from planning to installation

+ Able to perform routine preventive maintenance on a variety of equipment, identify any abnormal conditions, and maintain appropriate records

+ Able to perform basic welding for repair and fabrication (mig/tig/stick)

+ Able to follow process control computer variables, schematics, and diagnose system problems

+ Able to assist other mechanics on more complicated repairs in a safe and useful manner

+ Able to work in collaboration effectively and foster good teamwork

+ Able to multi-task and problem solve

+ Able to be proactive in seeking solutions

+ Able to work with accuracy and attention to detail

+ Able to work under tight deadlines with flexibility

+ Able to prioritize and plan work

+ Able to take initiative in performing job and seek increased responsibilities

+ Able to work independently and as part of a team

+ Able to handle challenging or conflict situations with tact and professionalism

+ Able to follow directions and meet deadlines

+ Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision

+ Able to read, write, and speak English

+ Pay Based on Experience

An Equal Opportunity Employer

**Pay Range** $28.00 - $35.00 per hour, Depending on Experience