Maintenance Technician 2nd Shift 3pm-11pm

dfa; Minnesota; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

DFA in Zumbrota, MN is seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure equipment operates efficiently and safely. The role emphasizes preventative maintenance, repairs, and working knowledge of machine shop tools.

Candidates must have strong problem-solving skills and the ability to document work performed. Responsibilities include supporting new equipment installations, assisting operators with training, and upholding DFA quality, safety, and sanitation standards.

Qualifications

• Must have a HS diploma or GED.
• Two+ years of mechanical/electrical education or equivalent manufacturing experience.
• Must obtain 1st class B boilers license within 12 months.
• SAP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on production, processing, and utility equipment following safety procedures.
• Support installation of new equipment and assist operators with training or troubleshooting.
• Ensure repairs are documented and maintain safety compliance.
• Foster teamwork aligned with company mission, vision, and values.
• Adhere to DFA GMP, quality, safety, and sanitation requirements; maintain safe working conditions.
• Attend required trainings including Safety, GMP, HACCP, and SQF.
• Read, write, and speak English; complete a written maintenance test.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Two+ years mechanical/electrical education certification or equivalent experience

First class B boilers license within 12 months

SAP experience

Tools

SAP

Job description

Zumbrota has an opening for a Maintenance Technician. The Maintenance Technician ensures that all equipment is operating effectively and efficiently. Must have excellent proficiency in preventative maintenance, over-hauls, modification, fabrication, welding, mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and repair. Must also have working knowledge of machine shop equipment and excellent trouble shooting and problem-solving skills.

Job Duties and 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)
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required.
• Other duties may be assigned as required

Minimum Requirements:

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Must have two or more years of mechanical/electrical education certification or equivalent experience in manufacturing facilities, preferably food experience
• Must have or obtain 1st class B boilers license within 12 months and follow hour requirements to upgrade license
• SAP experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be flexible to support weekend work schedule
• Must be able to perform electrical work (change pump motors, diagnose motor control problem, etc.)
• Must know pneumatics, solenoid valves, and air cylinders
• Must be able to use standard maintenance tools in a safe manner
• Must have the ability to perform minor projects from planning to installation. (Typically, this includes non-sanitary piping, drain lines, vacuum lines)
• Must have the ability to perform routine repairs in a safe and timely fashion (rebuilding product/water pumps, boiler maintenance, HVAC, VFD's, sanitary valves, piping leaks)
• Must have the ability to perform routine preventative maintenance on a variety of equipment, identify any abnormal conditions, and maintain appropriate records
• Must have the ability to perform basic welding for repair and fabrication (tig/stick)
• Must have the ability to follow process control computer variables and schematics and diagnose system problems
• Must have the ability to assist other mechanics on more complicated repairs in a safe and useful manner
• Must have good interpersonal skills necessary to foster cooperation and effectively communicate with others
• Must be able to successfully complete a written maintenance test conducted by Maintenance Manager
• Basic computer skills
• Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans