Utilities Technician

Leprino Foods; Roswell (NM); On-site; USD 47,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Bonuses

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Leprino Foods is seeking Utility Technicians for our Roswell, NM facility. The role includes maintaining steam, HVAC, water treatment, and fire systems, while adhering to GMP and safety protocols. You will work rotating shifts, including nights, and be prepared for a 24/7 operation with weekend availability.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, the ability to lift up to 55 lbs, and the use of PPE. Training will be provided and a supportive team environment awaits.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED.
• Must be willing to work nights, days, holidays, weekends and rotating shifts.
• Must be able to lift up to 55 lbs, climb stairs, vertical ladders and inclined ladders, work with arms extended, and in varying temperatures.
• Must differentiate colors and smells.
• Must wear PPE and work in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and operation of steam generation, refrigeration, compressed air systems, water treatment, fire systems and HVAC.
• Comply with regulatory agencies (PSM, NMDA, EPA, OSHA, NMED, SQF).
• Attend training sessions onsite or traveling within the U.S.
• Comply with Good Manufacturing Practices and housekeeping.
• Perform basic mathematical functions and read procedures.
• Communicate effectively between production, maintenance and management.
• Troubleshoot equipment and solve problems.
• Work in high noise areas and extreme temperatures.
• Be available to work weekends and holidays.

Skills

Read procedures

Team communication

Mathematical calculation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Leprino Foods' history dates to over 65 years ago, when the Leprino family first started making small batches of mozzarella for local markets and eateries in Denver. We've grown a bit since then. Today, we are the largest manufacturer of mozzarella and lactose in the world, and a leading producer of whey protein. Still owned by the Leprino family, we've set our sights to become the "World's Best Dairy Food and Ingredient Company." To help us achieve that ambitious vision, we're looking for our secret ingredient: motivated individuals who are the absolute best at what they do. From three people in a small cheese shop in the early 1950s, we have grown to over 4,300 employees throughout our 16 global locations. Will you join us on our journey?

Within our 600-person Roswell manufacturing facility, we are seeking Utility Technicians to help us achieve the growth needed to continue moving our organization to even larger levels!

At Leprino, starting compensation for this role typically ranges between $33.79/hr and 39.07/hr. Shift differential pay is $1.25/hr from 6 PM - 6 AM.

We Ask of You to:

• Maintenance and operation of steam generation, refrigeration, compressed air systems, water treatment, fire systems and HVAC including subsystems contained in each area.
• Comply to regulatory agencies, including but not limited to, PSM, NMDA, EPA, OSHA, NMED, SQF etc.
• Be able to attend training sessions and schools, whether onsite or traveling within the U.S.
• Comply with Good Manufacturing Practices at all times, including good housekeeping.
• Perform basic mathematical functions.
• Read and comprehend procedures and manuals.
• Communicate well between production department, other maintenance technicians and department management.
• Problem-solve and trouble shoot equipment.
• Work in high noise areas and extreme temperature changes.
• Work safely with hazardous chemicals and wear personal protective equipment as required.
• Be willing to support a 24/7 operation by being available to work weekends and holidays.

We Offer You in Return:

A chance to be part of a global team of individuals passionate about producing and delivering high-quality products that help feed and nourish families around the world. Leprino Foods could not be where it is today without our incredible employees. That is why we share in our success together by rewarding you for your hard work. Hiring great people who are in it for the long run is our goal. Through competitive salaries, tuition assistance, vacation, holiday, dedicated sick time, matching 401(k), annual merit increases and bonuses, as well as our annual Profit-Sharing plan. Your impact will be noticed and rewarded, as you seek to further our company, our customers, and one another.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

• Must have high school diploma or GED
• Must be willing to work nights, days, holidays, weekends and rotating shifts.
• Must be able to lift up to55 lbs., climb stairs, vertical ladders and inclined ladders, work with arms fully extended in front of body and above head. Must also be able to squat, kneel, crawl, lie on back and stomach, work in environments with varying degrees of temperature, work around chemical fumes, work in tight spaces and around sharp edges and work with hammering and impact tools.
• Must be able to differentiate colors and smells.
• Must be able to wear and work wearing APR,SCBA and/or PPE
• Must be able to work comfortably at different heights and enter confined spaces

Leprino Foods Company is an equal opportunity employer who supports a drug-free workplace. EOE/AA

Leprino Foods requires all individuals to wear the appropriate Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) as required by the role and location

Leprino Foods Company utilizes the services of Psychemedics to perform our Hair Follicle Drug Testing. Additional information about this process can be obtained atwww.psychemedics.com

Leprino Foods Company supports a drug-free workplace and is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer - M/F/Disability/Veteran