2nd Shift Maintenance Technician - Equipment & Repairs

Dairy Farmers of America; Minnesota; Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Technician for our Zumbrota site to ensure equipment operates reliably and efficiently. The role focuses on preventative maintenance, repair, installation support, and safe operation of production and utility systems.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and 2+ years of mechanical/electrical training, plus SAP experience preferred. Candidates must be able to read, write, and speak English and work a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two or more years of mechanical/electrical education or equivalent experience in manufacturing, preferably food.
• Must obtain 1st class B boilers license within 12 months and comply with hour requirements.
• SAP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on production, processing, and utility equipment.
• Support installation of new equipment and upgrades.
• Assist operators with training and troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
• Document all repairs and maintenance activities.
• Follow DFA GMPs, safety, and sanitation policies.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Welding

Fabrication

Preventative maintenance

Safety compliance

SOPs & GMP

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Two+ years mechanical/electrical education or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Job description

Zumbrota has an opening for a Maintenance Technician. The Maintenance Technician ensures that all equipment is operating effectively and efficiently. Must have excellent proficiency in preventative maintenance, over-hauls, modification, fabrication, welding, mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and repair. Must also have working knowledge of machine shop equipment and excellent trouble shooting and problem-solving skills.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform preventative maintenance and/or repairs of production and processing equipment as well as utility related equipment, following all safety procedures
• Support the installation of new equipment
• Assist the operators with training or troubleshooting to minimize equipment downtime
• Ensure all repairs are documented
• Foster teamwork consistent with our company and plant mission, vision, and core values
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures
• Follow all DFA GMP's and works in a manner consistent with all corporate and regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
• Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
• Dedicate effort to safety as we expect every employee to leave work in the same condition as they arrived
• Exhibit the values and ethics of DFA through honesty, discretion, and sound judgement
• 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)
• 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

Minimum Requirements:

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Must have two or more years of mechanical/electrical education certification or equivalent experience in manufacturing facilities, preferably food experience
• Must have or obtain 1st class B boilers license within 12 months and follow hour requirements to upgrade license
• SAP experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be flexible to support weekend work schedule
• Must be able to perform electrical work (change pump motors, diagnose motor control problem, etc.)
• Must know pneumatics, solenoid valves, and air cylinders
• Must be able to use standard maintenance tools in a safe manner
• Must have the ability to perform minor projects from planning to installation. (Typically, this includes non-sanitary piping, drain lines, vacuum lines)
• Must have the ability to perform routine repairs in a safe and timely fashion (rebuilding product/water pumps, boiler maintenance, HVAC, VFD's, sanitary valves, piping leaks)
• Must have the ability to perform routine preventative maintenance on a variety of equipment, identify any abnormal conditions, and maintain appropriate records
• Must have the ability to perform basic welding for repair and fabrication (tig/stick)
• Must have the ability to follow process control computer variables and schematics and diagnose system problems
• Must have the ability to assist other mechanics on more complicated repairs in a safe and useful manner
• Must have good interpersonal skills necessary to foster cooperation and effectively communicate with others
• Must be able to successfully complete a written maintenance test conducted by Maintenance Manager
• Basic computer skills
• Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans