What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utility Mechanic II, III, or IV position at Lactalis USA?
Description
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At Lactalis in the USA, we're committed to providing meaningful opportunities for our people to learn, grow, and thrive-whether you're just starting your journey with us or looking to take the next step in your career. From day one, we offer the tools and support to help you succeed.
As the world leader in dairy, Lactalis is a family-owned company with over 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals across the globe. Each day, we're proud to produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together.
In the US, we proudly offer an unrivaled house of beloved brands, including Galbani Italian cheeses and ricotta, President specialty cheeses and butters, Kraft natural and grated cheeses, Breakstone's cottage cheese, Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond cheddar, and Parmalat milk. Our yogurt portfolio includes siggi's, Stonyfield Organic, Brown Cow, Oui, Yoplait, Go-Gurt, :ratio, Green Mountain Creamery, and Mountain High, along with a growing family of ethnic favorites like Karoun, Gopi, and Arz.
At Lactalis, we live by our core values-Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity. We foster a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone's unique background and ideas are valued.
Even if you don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We want to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how your EXPERTISE can help us shape the future of dairy
From your PASSION to ours
The Maintenance Technician I, II, III, IV - Utilities position will maintain the daily operation of the utilities systems which provide steam (boilers), compressed air, refrigeration (ammonia compressors), and water (well & pressurized system) to the plant. The candidate will also be monitoring and maintaining fire systems and the water treatment plant.
From your EXPERTISE to ours
Key responsibilities for this position include:
* Steam system: Operation and maintenance of the deaerator, boilers and plant steam network.
* Ammonia Refrigeration: Operation and maintenance of the ammonia refrigeration systems.
* Air System: Operation and maintenance of the air compressors and dryers.
* Water system: Operation and maintenance of the well & water pressurized pumping system.
* Record all assigned tasks and labor hours in CMMS software.
* Perform regular rounds of the entire site and roofs to monitor equipment and record data.
* Perform daily clean up to follow site GMPs.
Requirements
From your STORY to ours
Qualified applicants will contribute the following:
Education
* RETA, or GCAP preferred but not required.
* Drivers' license required.
Experience
* 2 years' related experience in maintenance preferred.
Specialized Knowledge
* Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions.
* Electrical troubleshooting.
* Refrigeration Cycle.
Skills / Abilities
* Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Maximo computer software
* Ability to work well with others.
* Strong communication abilities in both written and verbal.
* Self-motivated and ability to learn/work in a fast paced environment.
Physical Requirements
* Able to be on your feet for a 12 hour shift.
At Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement. Join us and grow your career.
Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities.
