R&D Pilot Plant Maintenance Technician

Leprino Foods Company; Denver, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 86,048,000 - 94,644,000; Full time

Job summary

Leprino Foods Company in Denver is seeking a Maintenance Technician (day shift) to maintain, repair, and fabricate equipment supporting our pilot plant and research operations. This hands-on role keeps pilot plant equipment safe, reliable, and ready for use, while contributing to cheese and nutrition processing, equipment trials, and research projects.

The position offers starting hourly compensation between $30.03 and $33.03, plus an annual target bonus of 3.5%, with opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED.
• Advanced vocational training in maintenance, welding, or fabrication or at least three years of maintenance or fabrication experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on pilot plant processing equipment.
• Disassemble, inspect, repair, and reassemble equipment to maintain reliable operation.
• Install and support the startup of new and prototype equipment used in research and product development.
• Fabricate stainless steel parts, components, and auxiliary equipment to support pilot plant projects and equipment modifications.
• Weld equipment and components in accordance with 3-A sanitary standards.
• Diagnose equipment problems and recommend repairs or modifications that improve equipment performance and reliability.
• Maintain spare parts inventory, maintenance records, and service information within the CMMS.
• Coordinate with equipment vendors to identify equipment, replacement components, and repair parts.
• Support pilot plant teams with equipment installations, modifications, production trials, and research projects.
• Inspect pilot plant equipment for safe operation and follow established personal and food safety procedures.
• Assist facilities and laboratory teams with maintenance and equipment repairs as needed.
• Respond to pilot plant equipment breakdowns and help restore equipment to service.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Advanced vocational training in maintenance, welding, or fabrication or at least three years of maintenance or fabrication experience

Job description

Leprino Foods Company in Denver is seeking a Maintenance Technician (day shift) to maintain, repair, and fabricate equipment supporting our pilot plant and research operations. This hands-on role keeps pilot plant equipment safe, reliable, and ready for use, while contributing to cheese and nutrition processing, equipment trials, and research projects.

The position offers starting hourly compensation between $30.03 and $33.03, plus an annual target bonus of 3.5%, with opportunities for growth