Maintenance Technician - HMMN15

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc.; Town of Texas (WI); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

144 hours PTO annually

401k with 50% match up to 6%

Employer-paid life insurance

Night shift 2-2-3 rotation

Three-day weekend every other week

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. in Wisconsin seeks a Maintenance Technician to support a high-speed manufacturing environment with mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and repairs.

The 2-2-3 night rotation offers a three-day weekend every other week and a robust benefits package starting after hire. The role requires 2–4 years of experience, a high school diploma or technical training, and ability to read schematics.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Trade/technical training in electrical, PLC/HMI, mechanical, welding, refrigeration or plumbing preferred.
• 2–4 years of maintenance experience in manufacturing.
• Ammonia refrigeration experience preferred.
• Certification or license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on production, processing, and packaging equipment.
• Carry out preventative maintenance and routine inspections of equipment.
• Read electrical schematics and manuals to perform tasks.
• Assist with installation of new equipment and training of operators.
• Document all work orders clearly and maintain safety compliance.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Electrical

Mechanical

PLC/HMI

Welding

Refrigeration

Plumbing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade/technical school preferred

2–4 years maintenance experience (mechanical/electrical/HVAC/controls)

Ammonia refrigeration experience preferred

Certification/license may be required

Job description

Elevate your maintenance career with a team that values your expertise and your time. At Dairy Farmers of America, we offer a night shift 2-2-3 rotation (2 days on, 2 off, 3 on, 3 off) that provides a three-day weekend every other week, paired with a benefits package starting the first of the month after you’re hired. We are looking for a Maintenance Technician with 2 to 4 years of experience to help with mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and equipment repairs in our high-speed manufacturing environment. Along with a stable schedule, you’ll enjoy 144 hours of annual PTO, a 401k with a 50% match up to 6%, and comprehensive employer-paid life insurance. Join us to ensure our facility operates effectively while you enjoy the security and work-life balance you deserve.

GENERAL PURPOSE

Demonstrate full proficiency in maintenance/mechanical activities to ensure that all equipment is operating effectively and efficiently. Perform general maintenance, preventative maintenance, over-hauls, modification, fabrication, welding, and/or mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and repair. Work with a limited degree of supervision, with oversight focused on complex and/or new assignments. Act as an informal resource for colleagues with less experience.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform maintenance and/or repairs (planned, unplanned, emergency) on production, processing, and packaging equipment as well as utility related equipment or systems, following all safety procedures
• Perform preventative maintenance; perform routine inspections of equipment for assessment of reliability and performance
• Read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, electrical schematics, service manuals, and work orders to perform required maintenance and service
• Support the installation of new equipment
• Assist operators with training or troubleshooting to minimize equipment downtime
• Complete work orders in a timely manner, while maintaining high quality standards
• Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment in performing duties
• Maintain communication with other departments, management, and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production
• Ensure all repairs are documented. Complete all paperwork clearly, legibly, and accurately with required information. Document all required information in accordance with standard operations procedures
• Stay up to date on new products, equipment, technology and techniques
• Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes
• Exhibit the ability to anticipate parts requirements for the tasks, follow proper purchasing procedures, and acquire parts ahead of anticipated task performance
• Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
• Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
• 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

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Graduation from trade school or technical school preferred in areas such as electrical, programmable controls (PLC/HMI), mechanical, welding/fabrication, refrigeration, plumbing, etc.
• 2 to 4 years of maintenance, mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic, computer-controlled equipment, PLC, and HVAC or related experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment DFA Benchmark Job Profile template.docx
• Experience on a variety of equipment including lubricating, cleaning, material handling, motor control, relay control, process control and packaging equipment
• Experience with ammonia refrigeration systems preferred
• Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of charts, tables, drawings, specifications, schedules, wiring diagrams
• Able to inspect equipment, recognize potential problems, and take appropriate corrective action to prevent component failures or equipment down time
• Able to use a variety of maintenance tools, hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment in a safe manner
• Able to perform maintenance activities/repairs independently and assist on more complicated repairs
• Able to perform minor to mid-sized projects from planning to installation
• Able to present options and ideas to current processes or procedures
• Able to adapt and manage to change effectively
• Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision
• Able to work effectively in a team environment
• Able to diagnose and take appropriate steps to find solutions to problems
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Basic computer skills
• Must be able to read, write and speak English