What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Technician position at Dairy Farmers of America, Inc.?
Kemps, a DFA company, is hiring for an off-shift Plant Maintenance Technician for our Rockford, IL facility.
This is a full-time, 2nd Shift union position with a starting pay of $33.58 - $35.58/hour based on experience / certifications. Tuesday - Saturday 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
The Plant Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for the care and maintenance of all property and production assets in a safe, sanitary and efficient condition. The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for staying up to date on new products, equipment, technology and techniques.
- Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing maintenance requirements (both planned and unplanned) on production, packaging, processing equipment, and utility systems (to provide a continuous supply of heat, steam, cooling, electrical, power, gas, or air required for operations).
- Readily available for emergency repairs in breakdown situations
- Read, analyze and interpret technical procedures, electrical schematics, service manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
- Performing preventative maintenance (i.e. conducting computerized preventative maintenance check-ups or reading SPC charts and data)
- Line manufacturing support systems (ozone generation, line/lube delivery, chemical delivery, ingredient delivery, PH house)
- Complete work orders in a timely manner 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 paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible and accurate format, and completed with required information. Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP’s.
- Assist in maintaining parts and supplies inventory by reporting low supply levels to Supervisor.
- Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes.
- Follow Good Manufacturing Practices.
- Maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area.
- Follow all required work safe practices. This would include lockout-tagout requirements and wearing of all required PPE in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling, fall restraints, etc.
- Responsible for food safety, pre*requisite programs and food quality related to designated area.
- Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
BENEFITS:
- Union 401(k) with company contribution
- Competitive pay
- Shift and Weekend Differential
- Paid vacation and holidays*
- Career growth opportunities – we promote from within!
- Comprehensive healthcare benefits
- Employee referral program
- Uniforms provided
- Work for dairy farm families
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED required
- Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings including drug, background and criminal checks
- Minimum two years experience in a maintenance role within a manufacturing facility, preferably food and beverage industry
- Minimum one year experience with one or more technical experiences: Electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic, computer-controlled equipment, PLC and/or HVAC
- Minimum one year experience with a variety of equipment including lubricating, cleaning, material handling, motor control, relay control, process control and packaging equipment
- Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals
- Must be able to handle basic hand tools
- Must be able to stand, walk, kneel and bend required for virtually the entire shift; occasionally required to climb or balance
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
- Must be able to work in a cold, wet environment with moderate to high noise volume
- May experience some exposure to fumes airborne particles, chemicals or allergens
- Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime, weekends, and holidays
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $34 - $36