Valve & Pump Technician – Cheese Plant Maintenance

Leprino Foods; Lemoore (CA); On-site; USD 35,817 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Health/Dental/Vision coverage

Tuition assistance

Vacation & holidays

Job summary

Leprino Foods is seeking a Line 3 Valve/Pump Tech for the Cheese Department. The role focuses on maintaining SUDMO and Tri-Clover valves, inspecting pumps, and preventing downtime through seal/gasket maintenance.

The position requires adherence to GMPs, the ability to lift over 50 lbs, and strong mechanical skills. You will operate in a safety-conscious environment and collaborate with line leaders and supervisors to ensure production continuity.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of sanitary GMPs.
• Must be able to lift over 50 lbs and work in high and tight areas to access all valves.
• Must demonstrate mechanical skills.
• Computer literacy. Must be able to enter a work order.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all cheese department valves are functioning properly at all times.
• Maintain a rotation for valves based on frequency of use.
• Open pumps, change seals and inspect pump condition for maintenance.
• Follow safe operating procedures and LOTO policies as required.
• Sign off on valve/pump inspection programs for the Cheese Departments as needed.
• Communicate with line's group leader and Supervisor when valves may affect cheese production.
• Perform basic troubleshooting procedures when applicable.
• Adhere to GMPs and company policies.
• Communicate with coworkers, departments and supervision as required.
• Complete JTPR and perform work according to SOP.

Skills

Sanitary GMPs

Mechanical skills

Physical ability 50 lbs

Computer literacy

Tools

SUDMO valves

Tri-Clover valves

Job description

Leprino Foods is seeking a Line 3 Valve/Pump Tech for the Cheese Department. The role focuses on maintaining SUDMO and Tri-Clover valves, inspecting pumps, and preventing downtime through seal/gasket maintenance.

The position requires adherence to GMPs, the ability to lift over 50 lbs, and strong mechanical skills. You will operate in a safety-conscious environment and collaborate with line leaders and supervisors to ensure production continuity.