Dairy Plant Maintenance Mechanic - Great Benefits & Growth

Paylocity; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid medical benefits

Job summary

Crystal Creamery in Modesto, CA is seeking experienced Plant Maintenance Mechanics to keep production running safely and efficiently. The role offers $32.00–$36.00 per hour (DOE) and 100% employer-paid medical benefits for employees and their families.

You'll troubleshoot, repair, and maintain processing and packaging equipment, read blueprints, and support continuous improvement while adhering to food safety standards.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of industrial maintenance experience in manufacturing or food production.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, controls, PLCs, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Ammonia refrigeration experience is preferred.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a team.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production, processing, and packaging equipment.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on plant machinery and systems.
• Diagnose and repair electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC-controlled equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to maximize equipment reliability.
• Follow all food safety, quality, and workplace safety standards.

Skills

Electrical systems

PLCs

Hydraulics & Pneumatics

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Crystal Creamery in Modesto, CA is seeking experienced Plant Maintenance Mechanics to keep production running safely and efficiently. The role offers $32.00–$36.00 per hour (DOE) and 100% employer-paid medical benefits for employees and their families.

You'll troubleshoot, repair, and maintain processing and packaging equipment, read blueprints, and support continuous improvement while adhering to food safety standards.