Maintenance Mechanic 3rd Shift

Saputo, Inc.; Tulare, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Saputo, Inc. is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to ensure safe, reliable operation of dairy processing machinery.

The role involves diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining pumps, conveyors, motors, and control systems while adhering to GMP and safety standards. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and 2+ years in industrial maintenance within dairy, food, or beverage industries, with strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.

Qualifications

• High School diploma plus 2+ years in industrial maintenance in dairy, food, or beverage.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain machinery, mechanical equipment and computerized systems per diagrams and specs.
• Diagnose causes of malfunctions by observing and testing operation.
• Disassemble machinery to replace parts and perform repairs.
• Inspect parts for defects and wear; repair, replace or align components.
• Test-run repaired equipment to verify repairs and reliability.
• Record repairs and maintenance in a timely, accurate manner.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Troubleshooting

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

PLC controls

VFD drives

Electrical wiring

Job description

Job Summary

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? This position is responsible for all assigned tasks related to ensuring 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.
• Examine 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.
• Fabricates replacement parts.
• Welds to repair broken metal parts, fabricate new parts, and assemble new equipment.
• Orders or requisitions parts and materials.
• Repairs and replaces electrical wiring and components.
• Records repairs and maintenance performed in an accurate and timely manner.
• Member of the Emergency Response Team.
• Ability to work on AC/DC power and control voltages.
• Has all required tools to perform job and always carries basic tools and test equipment and always maintains such in workable condition.
• Maintains basic computer skills 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.
• Communicate effectively and work well with all employees, visitors and vendors.
• Reliable and available to work any shift and holidays.
• Work overtime as required.
• Perform other duties as may be required.
• Demonstrates good interpersonal communication skills.
• Understands and follows Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s).
• Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner.
• Promptly reports any unsafe working conditions.
• Promptly reports all potential quality and food safety hazards to management.
• Complies with all of Saputo’s food safety, quality programs, and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrates integrity in all business activities with employees, visitors and vendors.
• Reliable and consistent attendance and available to work any shift, overtime or holidays as required; may be required to cover the absence of key personnel.
• Performs other duties as required.

Requirements

• High School graduate plus a minimum of two (2) years’ industrial maintenance experience within Dairy, Food, and/or Beverage industry or a combination of experience, formal training and education.
• 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Saputo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Equal Opportunity Employer: 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.

Salary

Pay Range: $38.34 - $45.89

About Saputo

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 Saputo Cheese USA Inc. endeavors to make Saputo.com/careers accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Human Resources at 214-863-2300 or email [e-mail]. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

All dairy processors have access to the same raw material and equipment; what distinguishes us is our can-do spirit and our diverse, inclusive work culture that empowers employees to grow in their own way.

Making Good Food Is Our Passion, and we do it responsibly. Our caring teams process about 10 billion litres of milk annually into a diversified range of dairy and dairy alternative products sold in over 50 countries. With 54 manufacturing facilities and over 18,100 employees, we operate our leading business in Canada, the USA, Australia, and the United Kingdom.

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