2nd-Shift Maintenance Technician – Dairy Equipment Expert

Dairy Farmers of America; Franklin (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Garelick Farms, part of Dairy Farmers of America, has opened a 2nd shift Maintenance Technician position. This role focuses on maintaining and repairing production, processing, and packaging equipment, while upholding safety and GMP standards.

Responsibilities include preventative maintenance, interpreting electrical schematics, supporting new equipment installations, and training operators to minimize downtime. Strong troubleshooting, teamwork, and compliance with procedures are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred for the role.
• Trade/technical school in electrical, mechanical, or related fields is preferred.
• Certification and/or license may be required during course of employment.

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

Skills

Maintenance troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Mechanical aptitude

Reading schematics

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Written communication

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade/technical school in electrical/mechanical fields

Certification or license (if required)

Job description

Garelick Farms, part of Dairy Farmers of America, has opened a 2nd shift Maintenance Technician position. This role focuses on maintaining and repairing production, processing, and packaging equipment, while upholding safety and GMP standards.

Responsibilities include preventative maintenance, interpreting electrical schematics, supporting new equipment installations, and training operators to minimize downtime. Strong troubleshooting, teamwork, and compliance with procedures are essential.