Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is excited to announce an opening for a 2ndshift Maintenance Technician.

We offer excellent benefits and competitive pay with great growth opportunities!

Hours: 3:00pm- 11:30pm Rotating Schedule (2 Days Off a Week)

External Candidate - $1,500.00 sign-on bonus!

GENERAL PURPOSE

Demonstrate full proficiency in maintenance/mechanical activities to ensure that all equipment is operating effectively
and efficiently. Perform general maintenance, preventative maintenance, over-hauls, modification, fabrication, welding,
and/or mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and repair. Work with a limited degree of supervision, with oversight
focused on complex and/or new assignments. Act as an informal resource for colleagues with less experience.

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; 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
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

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.
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
DFA Benchmark Job Profile template.docx
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 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,…