Maintenance Technician

Saputo; Murray (KY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Competitive benefits

Community involvement

Job summary

Saputo is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Murray, KY to diagnose, repair, and maintain industrial machinery within a dairy processing environment. You will analyze test results, service equipment, and ensure safety and SOP compliance.

The role requires 1–2 years in manufacturing maintenance, ammonia refrigeration experience, and the ability to work overtime. Saputo offers development opportunities and meaningful benefits to support your career and family.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Industrial ammonia refrigeration and utility experience.
• 1-2 years prior machine maintenance experience in manufacturing environment required.
• Ability to trouble-shoot electrical, hydraulic systems and pneumatic equipment.
• Strong electrical background in addition to mechanical skills. Experience with computerized or automated controls and ability to read electric schematics a plus.
• Self-motivated detail-oriented and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Willing to work any shift, including overtime and weekends as necessary.
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated work history.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose equipment problems from test results and operator input.
• Clean, lubricate, and adjust parts, equipment, and machinery.
• Disassemble machinery and equipment to remove parts and make repairs.
• Examine parts for defects such as breakage and excessive wear.
• Observe and test the operation of machinery and equipment to diagnose malfunctions using testing devices.
• Operate repaired machinery to verify repairs.
• Reassemble equipment after inspections, testing, or repairs.
• Repair and maintain equipment including hydraulic and pneumatic systems, motors, gearboxes, VFDs, conveyers, valves, and sensors.
• Refer to blueprints and manuals to install and operate machinery.
• Operate and support boiler and utility operations.
• Cut and weld metal to fabricate parts and equipment.
• Demonstrate equipment functions to operators.
• Enter codes to program computer-controlled machinery.
• Complete scheduled preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Respond to production needs on the floor.
• Document maintenance records and work orders.
• Comply with SOPs and safety regulations.
• Follow SQF and GMP guidelines and Saputo values.
• Collaborate with coworkers and other departments.

Skills

Industrial refrigeration

Electrical troubleshooting

Read schematics

Mechanical skills

Maintenance experience

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Programmable logic controllers

Computer-controlled machinery

Electrical diagrams

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?

How You Will Make Contributions That Matter

• Analyze test results, machine error messages, and information obtained from operators in order to diagnose equipment problems.
• Clean, lubricate, and adjust parts, equipment, and machinery.
• Disassemble machinery and equipment to remove parts and make repairs.
• Examine parts for defects such as breakage and excessive wear.
• Observe and test the operation of machinery and equipment in order to diagnose malfunctions, using voltmeters and other testing devices.
• Operate newly repaired machinery and equipment to verify the adequacy of repairs.
• Reassemble equipment after completion of inspections, testing, or repairs.
• Repair and maintain the operating condition of industrial production and processing machinery and equipment, to include: hydraulic and pneumatic systems, motors, gearboxes, VFD's, conveying systems, industrial printers, valves, photo eyes, heat exchangers, level controls.
• Repair and replace broken or malfunctioning components of machinery and equipment.
• As applicable refer to blueprints and manufacturers' manuals to determine correct installation and operation of machinery.
• Operate and support industrial boiler and utility operations.
• Cut and weld metal to repair broken metal parts, fabricate new parts, and assemble new equipment.
• Demonstrate equipment functions and features to machine operators.
• Enter codes and instructions to program computer-controlled machinery.
• Complete scheduled preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Respond to production needs as they occur on the production floor.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation of maintenance records, work orders and task records.
• Comply with all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's).
• Comply with federal, state and local safety regulations.
• Follow SQF and Company GMP and 5S guidelines to produce a safe and quality product
• Adhere to the Saputo code of ethics and actively apply the Saputo values.
• Work together professionally in a team environment with coworkers and other department personnel.
• Other duties as required by management.

You Are Best Suited For The Role If You Have The Following Experience, Skills, and Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Industrial ammonia refrigeration and utility experience.
• 1-2 years prior machine maintenance experience in manufacturing environment required.
• Ability to trouble-shoot electrical, hydraulic systems and pneumatic equipment.
• Strong electrical background in addition to mechanical skills. Experience with computerized or automated controls and ability to read electric schematics a plus.
• Self-motivated detail-oriented and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Willing to work any shift, including overtime and weekends as necessary.
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated work history.

We Support and Care For Our Employees By Providing Them With...

• Development opportunities that enhance their career fulfillment
• Meaningful compensation & benefits that help them care for their families.
• Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products.

Physical Demands.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job in a food manufacturing environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers, handle, feel, type; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl; visual acuity; talk or hear and taste or smell in a wet, cold and/or humid environment. The employee must have the ability to lift and/or move up to 80 pounds.

Work Environment.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job in a food manufacturing environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts; hazardous or caustic chemicals and exposure to electrical equipment/systems. The noise level in the work environment is moderate and hearing protection is required in most areas of the facility. The use of a bump cap and eye protection is required.

Hourly Rate $30.23

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 cha