3rd Shift Maintenance Mechanic I

Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream, Inc; Tulare (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support refrigeration systems and plant safety in Tulare, CA. You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot ammonia systems, read schematics, and coordinate repairs to keep production running.

The role requires attention to safety, ability to work multiple shifts, and willingness to train teammates. The company emphasizes core values and proactive problem solving in a fast-paced dairy environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• Excellent interpersonal communication, math and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work multiple shifts and/or schedules.

Responsibilities

• Repairs and preventive maintenance of refrigeration, HVAC, inspecting equipment, daily rounds per PSM/RMP.
• Understand advanced 2-stage refrigeration concepts including down flow design.
• Perform routine and breakdown maintenance of boilers, air compressors, condensers and wastewater treatment.
• Read and follow basic and advanced drawings and schematics.
• Provide informal and formal training for Utility team members.
• Ensure PMs are completed and maintain ammonia system integrity per guidance.
• Develop corrective work orders and participate in PSM/RMP elements.
• Be an active member of the emergency response team.
• Complete daily shift record keeping and reporting.
• Represent Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream in line with our Operating Model and Core Values.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Shift flexibility

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

• Demonstrate thorough knowledge of “Best Safety Practices”.
• Comply with all company safety policies and procedures.
• Troubleshoot unsafe conditions and take appropriate levels of corrective action.
• Take an active role to ensure that human safety is never compromised.
• Utilize daily forklift safety checklist.
• Quality
• Demonstrate superior knowledge of all quality systems.
• Comply with the Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Complete and document all product quality checks (appearance, packaging etc…).
• Complete and document all food safety checks as required by the plant HACCP program.
• Complete and document all product quality checks as required by the plant MCP program.
• Actively participate in preventing and correcting potential quality related issues.
• Active participation in food safety investigations.
• Operational

· Repairs and preventative maintenance of all the Refrigeration systems, HVAC systems, inspecting the equipment, and performing daily rounds to ensure compliance of our PSM and RMP policies

· Ability to understand refrigeration advanced 2-stage design concepts such as the “down flow” design as well as the traditional 2-stage refrigeration system design

· Perform routine and breakdown maintenance of boilers, air compressors, condensers systems, and waste-water treatment system

· Knowledge of the typical refrigeration cycle and of ammonia control valves and related piping as needed for safe service and repair

· Must be able to read and follow basic and advanced drawings and schematics

· Provide informal and formal training for other Utility team members as required

· Utilize construction and fabrication skills

· Ensure PMs are completed in a timely manner and maintain mechanical integrity of the ammonia system per RMP/PSM guidance

· Develop corrective work orders as needed

· Be actively involved in all of the elements of the PSM/RMP programs

· Active member of the emergency response team

· Complete daily shift record keeping and reporting as required

· RepresentThe Froneri Wayof working through the behaviors and characteristics in our Operating Model and Core Values

Measurable Outcomes

• Preventive Maintenance Compliance:
• Ensure that scheduled preventive maintenance tasks are completed on time and as required for equipment and machinery.
• Equipment Downtime:
• Minimize unscheduled equipment downtime by addressing breakdowns and repairs promptly, aiming to keep operations running smoothly.
• Response Time:
• Track the time it takes to respond to maintenance requests and resolve urgent issues, with a goal of reducing downtime.
• Work Order Completion:
• Measure the efficiency of work order completion, including the time taken to complete maintenance tasks from request to resolution.
• Safety Adherence:
• Comply with safety regulations and best practices in maintenance activities to reduce safety incidents and risks.
• Skill Development:
• Pursue training and skill development opportunities to improve proficiency in equipment repair and maintenance.

LEVELS OF RESPONSIBILITY

· Quality and technical system adherence

· Completion of the required production to plan

· Health and Safety

· Impeccable hygiene standards always

· Clean as you go; use proper cleaning techniques (i.e. limited water hose usage)

· Number of direct reports (if applicable):

BEHAVIORS AND CORE VALUES: Must consistently showcase the desired behaviors that represent our Core Values.

We Take Ownership

• Stay committed to responsibilities from start to finish
• Make sound decisions and get into the right level of detail
• Apply resources to initiatives that add growth, improve efficiencies, or reduce waste

We Do What Is Right

• Choose transparency over convenience, even if it means difficult conversations
• Set clear roles and responsibilities, enabling everyone to exercise appropriate initiative and judgment
• Speak up when you see something that does not align to our values and policies

We Seek to Improve

• Strive to continuously improve and innovate to exceed expectations
• Value feedback from others and encourage open dialogue to understand how we can improve
• Learn from both successes and failures

We Are Better Together

• Ensure decisions are based on what’s best for the whole business
• Practice inclusion by seeking diverse perspectives
• Treat everyone with fairness and respect

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• 18 years of age or older
• Aptitude for automated mechanical processes with good troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
• Excellent interpersonal communication, math and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work multiple shifts and/or schedules.
• High School diploma or GED or equivalent experience
• One-year related experience (preferred).

WORK ENVIRONENEMT

In this position, the employee will regularly work with and around others; in a wet and/or humid environment; in areas of high noise level; and around mechanical, electrical, and pressurized equipment. The work is fast paced.

The position involves frequent exposure to nuts and other potential allergens.

• Cold Temperatures:Parts of the facility, such as storage and production areas, may be kept at low temperatures.
• Requires use of cold-protective PPE.
• May involve standing, lifting, and walking in refrigerated zones for extended periods.
• Fast-Paced:Workers often operate under strict timelines to meet production quotas.
• High-speed manufacturing floor with frequent movement, line assignment changes, and tight production timelines.
• Standing for Long Hours:Many roles require prolonged standing and repetitive tasks.
• Repetitive hand and arm movements required.
• Must be able to stand for hours with frequent bending, reaching, and lifting.
• Food Safety Regulations:Employees must follow hygiene and safety guidelines, including wearing protective gear (gloves, hairnets, etc.).
• Team-Oriented:Workers collaborate to ensure smooth production and packaging.

The pay scale for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The pay range for prospective employees in this role is $31.13 per hour.

Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream Inc. provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

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