Industrial Maintenance Technician: Electrical & Mechanical

Dairy Farmers of America; Zumbrota (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America in Minnesota is seeking a skilled maintenance technician responsible for keeping production and utility equipment operating safely and efficiently. You will perform preventative maintenance, repairs, and support the installation of new equipment, ensuring all work is documented and aligned with DFA policies.

The role requires strong electrical, mechanical, welding, and troubleshooting abilities, plus knowledge of hydraulic/pneumatic systems, safe tool use, and good

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two years of formal mechanical/electrical education certification or equivalent work experience.
• SAP experience preferred.
• Training program provided with financial incentives upon completion.
• 2B Boilers License preferred.

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).
• Other duties may be assigned as required

Skills

Electrical work

Pneumatics

Troubleshooting

Welding

Reading schematics

Basic computer skills

Teamwork

Safety compliance

HVAC maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2B Boiler License preferred

Mechanical/Electrical certification

Tools

SAP

Job description

Dairy Farmers of America in Minnesota is seeking a skilled maintenance technician responsible for keeping production and utility equipment operating safely and efficiently. You will perform preventative maintenance, repairs, and support the installation of new equipment, ensuring all work is documented and aligned with DFA policies.

The role requires strong electrical, mechanical, welding, and troubleshooting abilities, plus knowledge of hydraulic/pneumatic systems, safe tool use, and good