Leadhand Maintenance A 3rd Shift

Saputo Inc.; Tulare (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Saputo Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Technician to direct daily plant-wide maintenance activities and provide technical support to maintenance and production personnel.

The role emphasizes diagnosing and repairing production machinery, maintaining safety standards, and handling preventive maintenance tasks. Candidates should have dairy industry experience and strong electrical/mechanical skills.

Qualifications

• High School diploma with at least 2 years maintenance experience in the Dairy/Food/Beverage industry.
• Knowledge of machines and tools; repair and maintenance.
• Effective troubleshooting to diagnose electrical and mechanical problems.
• AC/DC power, PLC, VFD, and process instrumentation knowledge.
• Basic computer hardware and software skills.

Responsibilities

• Assigns PMs and work orders for the shift.
• Directs technicians to cover issues and informs supervisor.
• Diagnoses and repairs production equipment to minimize downtime.
• Disassembles machinery and replaces worn parts.
• Records repairs and maintenance accurately.
• Works on PLC controls and VFD drives.
• Maintains basic computer skills for PC-controlled equipment.
• Willing to work overtime and holidays.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Troubleshooting

AC/DC power

PLC

VFD drives

Instrumentation

Computer skills

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

Effectively direct the daily activities of plant-wide maintenance operations.

Provide technical support to maintenance & production personnel.

Ensure the safe and appropriate operation of equipment by proper diagnosis, repair and maintenance of the operating condition of production/processing machinery and other mechanical equipment and buildings.

Duties include repairing and maintaining machinery, mechanical equipment and computerized systems, such as pumps, conveyor systems, and motors, in accordance with diagrams, blueprints, operating manuals, or manufacturer’s specifications.

Qualifications

• High School graduate with a minimum of two (2) years maintenance experience within Dairy, Food, and/or Beverage industry.
• Working knowledge of machines and tools, including their design, uses, benefits, repair, and maintenance.
• Effective troubleshooting skills; must be able to systematically diagnose electrical and/or mechanical problems.
• Working knowledge of AC & DC power and control voltages, PLC, VFD drives and process instrumentation.
• Basic computer hardware and software skills.

Job Duties

• Assigns PMs and work orders to be completed during shift.
• Takes radio calls and directs the correct technician to cover any issue.
• Keeps Supervisor and Manager informed of equipment failures that will affect production.
• Act as a resource for all maintenance and operation personnel to address and correct technical issues.
• Confers with operators and observes, tests, and evaluates operation of machinery and equipment to diagnose cause of malfunction.
• Disassembles machinery and equipment to remove parts and make repairs.
• Examines parts for defects, such as breakage or excessive wear.
• Repair, replace, adjust, and align components of machinery and equipment.
• Cleans and lubricates parts, equipment, and machinery.
• Test-runs repaired machinery and equipment to verify adequacy of repairs.li>
• Orders or requisitions parts and materials.
• Repairs and replaces electrical wiring and components.
• Records repairs and maintenance performed in an accurate and timely manner.
• Ability to work on AC/DC power and control voltages.
• Has all required tools to perform job and carries basic tools and test equipment at all times and maintains such in workable condition at all times.
• Maintains basic computer skills in order to perform maintenance and repair on computer-controlled machinery.
• Works on PLC controls, VFD drives and demonstrates a good understanding of instrumentation.
• Effectively troubleshoots electrical, mechanical and process issues in an independent manner.
• Communicates effectively and works well with all employees, visitors and vendors.
• Reliable and available to work any shift and holidays.
• Work overtime as required.
• Performs other duties as may be required.

Pay Rate: $47.62

In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella, and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors.

Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

Accessibility

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EEO

Saputo Cheese USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under law, please visit www.EEOC.gov.

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