Maintenance Technician

Select Milk Producers is one of the nation’s largest and most progressive dairy cooperatives, with 32 wholly owned subsidiaries, 8 processing plants, and 8 joint ventures including Continental Dairy Facilities, Continental Dairy Facilities Southwest, Mill Haven Foods, Select Custom Solutions, GreenLink and Select Services. With over 800 employees, the Select Milk family of companies impacts all aspects of the dairy farm business and at the heart of our family of companies, is you.

"We strive to go above and beyond what’s expected in providing for our families, leading our employees, caring for our land and animals, serving our customers, producing quality milk, and serving one another. This commitment is more than our business, it’s in our culture and our character. We believe in being accountable, in doing what’s right, in performing at our best, in setting a higher standard."

Select Milk Producers and its subsidiaries offer attractive compensation and a best-in-class benefits package that includes but is not limited to medical, vision, dental, life insurance, and more that can be tailored for you and your family. Other benefits for eligible employees include 401(k) up to 6% company match, life and disability insurance, and paid holidays & vacation. We are proud to promote an equal employment opportunity workplace.

PAY & BENEFITS

$33.00 - $38.00 per hour (Based on Qualifications)

$1.25 Night Shift Premium

Competitive Benefit Package

Vacation/Paid Personal Time

SCHEDULE

Night Shift 6:00 pm - 6:30 am (2-2-3 schedule)

• Must be willing to work weekends and holidays that fall into schedule.

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS

Responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing all facility and production equipment to ensure maximum equipment efficiency and effectiveness. The position is responsible for, but not limited to robots, fluid movement systems, conveyors, boilers, air compressors, HVAC systems, chemical treatment systems, and electrical systems. All tasks will be performed while supporting the policies, goals, and objectives of the company.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform repairs or preventative maintenance on one or more of the following types of equipment/ systems:
  • Electrical systems ranging from 24 VDC to 480 VAC 3 phase
  • Mechanical systems
  • Hydraulics
  • Pneumatics
  • PLC and networks
  • Robotics
  • Boilers
  • Chemical treatment systems

• Read and interpret documents and drawings.
• Read and comprehend procedures and manuals.
• Problem-solve and troubleshoot equipment. Evaluates facilities, equipment, and other infrastructure to determine need for corrective and/or preventive maintenance work.
• Ensure the facility’s equipment and machines are properly maintained and in good working order according to manufacturing specifications and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate and detailed maintenance records.
• Assist with modification or repair work performed by outside contractors, vendors, and other consultants
• Communicate well between production employees, other maintenance technicians, and department management.
• Participate in plant safety, health, and environmental programs.
• Capable and willing to work overtime.
• Perform other duties assigned.
• Always comply with Good Manufacturing Practices

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Have at least 3 years’ experience with troubleshooting, control devices, pneumatics, mechanics, and electrical repair.
• Can read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Good verbal and written communication skills

Preferred

• Post-secondary education and/or a technical trade certificate.
• PLC/ Logic/ automation training certificate.
• Welding certificate or fabrication experience.
• Experience in the operation of a powder dairy plant.
• Prior food production experience.

BENEFITS

Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, 401k with a company match, tuition reimbursement up to $7,500 maximum per year.

POSITION LOCATION

Coopersville, Michigan

REPORTS TO

Maintenance Supervisor

EXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT

Non-Exempt

EEO/Affirmative Action Employer - Continental Dairy Facilities, LLC maintains a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in all employment practices and decisions, ensuring equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status.