Night Shift Manufacturing Maintenance Technician - Growth

Dairy Farmers of America; Schulenburg (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America is seeking a Maintenance Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain highly automated packaging and canning equipment in our Texas facility. You will work with electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, troubleshoot downtime, and perform preventative maintenance on 12-hour rotating shifts (5pm–5am), on-site.

Strong problem-solving and teamwork are essential. English proficiency required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5 years of experience as an electrical or maintenance technician in a highly automated manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in electrical work, pneumatics, hydraulics, and mechanical equipment using standard maintenance tools.
• Ability to perform minor projects from planning to installation.
• Routine repairs and preventative maintenance on various equipment.
• Troubleshooting mechanical and electrical failures and determining root cause.
• Good communication skills to foster cooperation.
• Basic computer skills.
• English reading, writing and speaking.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose & Repair: Locate, diagnose, and repair issues causing equipment downtime or unsatisfactory performance.
• Preventative Maintenance: Perform both unscheduled and scheduled maintenance to achieve zero downtime and 100% efficiency.
• System Management: Work within the SAP system to maintain accurate parts inventory levels.
• Equipment Overhauls: Complete changeovers and overhauls on packaging and canning machinery.
• Adjustments & Repairs: Make repairs and adjustments to conveyor tracks, gearboxes, and motors.
• System Operations: Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot plant systems (water, steam, air, cooling systems, pumps, and valves).
• GMP Compliance: Correct GMP discrepancies and adhere to all safety policies and procedures.
• Documentation: Ensure all repairs are documented accurately.
• Teamwork: Foster teamwork consistent with our company and plant Mission, Vision, and Core Values.
• Starting Pay $26 - $40 / hour ---Compensation Based On Experience
• Shift Schedule- 5pm - 5am Rotating Shift / 12 Hours

Skills

Electrical work

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

Mechanical equipment

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Continuous learning

English language

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

Dairy Farmers of America is seeking a Maintenance Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain highly automated packaging and canning equipment in our Texas facility. You will work with electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, troubleshoot downtime, and perform preventative maintenance on 12-hour rotating shifts (5pm–5am), on-site.

Strong problem-solving and teamwork are essential. English proficiency required.