Maintenance Engineer

Why you will love working at Maola :

• Built on over a century of dedication, Maola is always looking ahead-investing in our people, strengthening our communities, and securing fresh, local dairy for the future.
• Join a farmer-owned cooperative rooted in integrity, sustainability, and a passion for providing fresh, high-quality Maola dairy products.
• We prioritize your well-being with competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with employer match, Life Insurance, paid time off, and more-available within your first month.
• Our employees are an integral part of who we are - what you do and what you think matters.

SUMMARY : The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing a wide range of maintenance tasks to support the efficient and safe operation of equipment and systems in a dairy manufacturing plant. This role ensures all production, processing, packaging, and utility systems function reliably, with a strong focus on preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and equipment repairs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS :

COMPETENCIES :

Communicate clearly and effectively through multiple channels - oral, written, visual, and non-verbal - ensuring our messages are understood and delivered appropriately, whether in-person or digitally.

Take responsibility for actions and anticipate challenges before they arise.

Prioritize understanding and meeting both internal and external customer needs.

Proactive in identifying opportunities and addressing potential threats.

Possess the ability to identify and address complex issues with minimal guidance.

Take responsibility for deliverables while also supporting others to ensure that collective goals are met.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee must be able to reach, bend, extend, and lift 50-60 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Maola Local Dairies is a farmer-owned cooperative sustainably producing a full suite of nutritious dairy products. Maola processes milk, cream, butter, and dry milk powders through our network of six dairy processing plants. With a keen eye on quality, freshness, and love for the environment, Maola delivers dairy products that are both nutritious and sustainable to our local communities. For more information about Maola, please visit www.maolamilk.com.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

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