JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
· Perform maintenance and/or repairs (planned, unplanned, emergency) on production, processing, and packaging equipment as well as utility related equipment or systems, following all safety procedures
· Perform preventative maintenance; perform routine inspections of equipment for assessment of reliability and performance
· Read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, electrical schematics, service manuals, and work orders to perform required maintenance and service
· Support the installation of new equipment
· Assist operators with training or troubleshooting to minimize equipment downtime
· Complete work orders in a timely manner, while maintaining high quality standards
· Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment in performing duties
· Maintain communication with other departments, management, and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production
· Ensure all repairs are documented. Complete all paperwork clearly, legibly, and accurately with required information. Document all required information in accordance with standard operations procedures
· Stay up to date on new products, equipment, technology and techniques
· Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, identify opportunities to improve processes
· Anticipate parts requirements for the tasks, follow proper purchasing procedures, and acquire parts ahead of anticipated task performance
· Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
· Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
· The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required
Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
· First Class B boiler engineer License
· High school diploma or equivalent
· Graduation from trade school or technical school preferred in areas such as electrical, programmable controls (PLC/HMI), mechanical, welding/fabrication, refrigeration, plumbing, etc.
· 4 to 6 years of maintenance, mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic, computer-controlled equipment, PLC, and HVAC or related experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
· Experience on a variety of equipment including lubricating, cleaning, material handling, motor control, relay control, process control and packaging equipment
· Experience with ammonia refrigeration systems preferred
· Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment
An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans
At Dairy Farmers of America, our 19,000 employees work with one goal in mind – to bring value to our family farm-owners.
As a farmer-owned cooperative, DFA offers rewarding jobs across the nation in a variety of fields, including manufacturing, accounting, communications, marketing, economics, on-farm field services, and more.
We value our employees and reward them with competitive benefits, a supportive working environment, and growth opportunities. We capitalize on the strengths of each individual and ensure that each employee is challenged in their role. Through Dairy University, employees receive online training and job enhancement, classes. Employees also have the opportunity to grow within DFA.
We also want our employees to live a healthy lifestyle and offer a health and wellness program that provides access to online classes and materials tailored to help our employees make healthier choices, as well as an Employee Assistance Program that helps employees with legal and health issues, such as advice on parenting or stress management, and free counseling sessions.
At DFA, we understand that our employees provide value within our organization and in our community. We cultivate a culture of openness, transparency, and integrity where employees are encouraged to voice their opinions and share their ideas. We also believe we have a responsibility to give back the communities in which we operate and work to do so through the DFA Cares Foundation.
Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. is an equal employment employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans, and disabled individuals.
