Dairy Plant Maintenance Mechanic – PLCs, Welding & Ammonia

Saputo Inc.; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Saputo Cheese USA Inc. is seeking a capable maintenance technician to diagnose and repair plant equipment, including pumps, motors, gearboxes, valves, and PLC-driven systems.

The role includes preventative maintenance, HVAC and plumbing tasks, and a strong emphasis on safety and reliability. The successful candidate will work in a fast-paced dairy processing environment, perform machine repairs, and coordinate with supervisors to resolve issues during weekends and holidays as needed.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret safety rules and maintenance instructions.
• Ability to perform unit conversions and measurements.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and move up to 100 lbs with assistance.
• Able to work in extreme temperatures and outdoor conditions.
• Inspect and repair plant equipment and systems.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose malfunctions in machinery and equipment.
• Repair/rebuild plant and process equipment (pumps, motors, gearboxes, valves).
• Troubleshoot PLCs, sensors, and instrumentation.
• Use CMMS to process work orders and inventory.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on HVAC, plumbing, and steam systems.

Skills

Machinery diagnostics

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Welding (MIG/TIG)

Preventive maintenance

Forklift operation

CMMS / work orders

Mechanical repair

Tools

CMMS

Welding equipment

HVAC systems

Job description

Saputo Cheese USA Inc. is seeking a capable maintenance technician to diagnose and repair plant equipment, including pumps, motors, gearboxes, valves, and PLC-driven systems.

The role includes preventative maintenance, HVAC and plumbing tasks, and a strong emphasis on safety and reliability. The successful candidate will work in a fast-paced dairy processing environment, perform machine repairs, and coordinate with supervisors to resolve issues during weekends and holidays as needed.