Maintenance Technician III - String Department

Maintenance Technician III - String Department

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At Lactalis in the USA, we’re committed to providing meaningful opportunities for our people to learn, grow, and thrive—whether you’re just starting your journey with us or looking to take the next step in your career. From day one, we offer the tools and support to help you succeed.

As the world leader in dairy, Lactalis is a family‑owned company with over 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals across the globe, producing award‑winning dairy products that bring people together. In the U.S. we proudly offer an unrivaled house of beloved brands including Galbani Italian cheeses,
Président specialty cheeses and butters,
Kraft natural and grated cheeses,
Break stone’s cottage cheese,
Cracker Barrel cheddar,
Black Diamond cheddar, and Parmalat milk, along with a growing family of ethnic favorites like Karoun and Arz
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Lactalis American Group, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a Maintenance Technician Level III. The maintenance Technician is responsible for the general maintenance, repairs and improvements of packaging machinery in the Shred and Stick department.

• Mechanical:
  Greasing and changing parts, making movement adjustments to machinery, aligning linear bearings and motors; drilling, grinding and cutting, basic lathe and milling, welding and modifying parts.
• Electrical:
  Reading schematics, using voltmeters, troubleshooting relay and PLC logic panels.
• Pneumatic:
  Adjusting flows, changing/repairing components.
• Plumbing:
  Replace PVC, copper, galvanized and/or steel piping including making modifications.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Maximo computer software.

• Associate's Degree from a two‑year college or technical school preferred.
• 2+ years' related experience in maintenance required.
• Ability to perform Level III tasks described above.
• Ability to work in a safe, sanitary, and productive manner in accordance with site GMPs.
• Ability to work 12‑hour shifts and weekends.
• Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions and troubleshoot and maintain production equipment.
• Basic to advanced welding skills, depending on role level (Level III vs. Level IV).
• Knowledge of packaging, processing and utility equipment.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Strong communication abilities in both written and verbal.

Lactalis offers a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and provide paid time off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including education reimbursement. Join us and grow your career.

Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally‑recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities. Further, any division of the Company that is an affirmative action employer will comply with all related legal obligations.