Plant Maintenance Mechanic - Dairy Manufacturing | Benefits

CRYSTAL CREAMERY INC; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Employer-Paid Medical Benefits

Competitive hourly pay

Opportunities for growth

Job summary

Crystal Creamery in Modesto, California, is seeking experienced Plant Maintenance Mechanics to keep dairy production running safely and efficiently. The role emphasizes troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and a strong understanding of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, with optional ammonia refrigeration experience helping support refrigeration equipment.

Candidates should have 3–5 years in industrial maintenance within manufacturing or food production, and be adept at reading

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing or food production environment.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production, processing, and packaging equipment.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on plant machinery and systems.
• Diagnose and repair electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC-controlled equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to maximize equipment reliability.
• Follow all food safety, quality, and workplace safety standards.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Team collaboration

Verbal communication

Tools

PLCs

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Electrical systems

Ammonia refrigeration

Job description

Crystal Creamery in Modesto, California, is seeking experienced Plant Maintenance Mechanics to keep dairy production running safely and efficiently. The role emphasizes troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and a strong understanding of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, with optional ammonia refrigeration experience helping support refrigeration equipment.

Candidates should have 3–5 years in industrial maintenance within manufacturing or food production, and be adept at reading