Maintenance Mechanic (3rd Shift)

Maintenance Mechanic (3rd Shift)

Job Description

Pay : $31.77-$36.78 (Starting Pay Depends on Experience)

Hiring Bonus : $2,000 hiring bonus : $400 after a 90-day probationary period, $600 after 6 months of employment, $1,000 after 1 year of employment.

Shift & Working Hours : ( Crew 3) 6 : 00PM to 6 : 00AM : 2-2-3; Weekends / Overtime as needed.

Role Focus :

This role is at a Dairy Foods manufacturing facility for Land OLakes, creating dairy products that stand for real, simple goodness. We believe theres power in every drop of milk our farmers produce, and by improving production and finding innovative uses for that milk, we add a little good to peoples lives.

The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for the installation, maintenance, repair, and support of the production equipment. In this role, the technician will work with a variety of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems and controls.

Superior logical-thinking and troubleshooting skills are critical. General duties include, but are not limited to trouble-shooting, repairing and maintain machinery, electrical / mechanical equipment and computerized systems, such as separators, pasteurizers, tanks, silos, churns, packaging machines, case packers, bag fillers, palletizers, evaporators, high pressure pumps, conveyors, motors and all other associated components in accordance with the CMMS (Computer managed maintenance system) methods, diagrams, blueprints, operating manuals, or manufacturing specifications.This position is critical to the safe and efficient operation of the facility.

In this role, youll be a key member of our Land OLakes, Inc. manufacturing team, performing maintenance of the facility and production equipment to ensure our plants can add value and quality to the inputs and creation of final high-quality products. Youll be responsible for the installation, ongoing maintenance, and necessary repairs for the facility and the production equipment. You will work with a variety of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems and controls. Join our team to become part of a member-owned co-op that is Rooted In Tomorrow.

Key Responsibilities :

Comply with all safety processes and insist on safety practices of self and others

Shows up on time, completes tasks by deadlines, and adapts to changes quickly

Monitors performance of plant machinery and equipment for proper operating performance; performs regular and preventive maintenance, repairs, diagnoses, tests, troubleshoots, and inspections on all machinery and equipment; documents work accordingly

Ensures all standard operating procedures are followed

Able to multi-task and keep up with demands in a fast-paced environment

Work in any of the 4 maintenance areas within the plant; rotate once every 2 weeks to each maintenance area.

Planned maintenance throughout plant based upon scheduled jobs

Maintenance on Demand (MOD) unscheduled repairs, troubleshooting throughout plant

Butter room

Utilities (boilers, etc.)

Perform rounds to test and document equipment function and record per record keeping system. Carry satchel of tools as necessary.

Possess a working knowledge of basic machines and tools including their designs, uses, benefits, repair and maintenance

Demonstrate effective troubleshooting skills in diagnosing electrical power, electrical / computerized controls and / or mechanical equipment / systems problems

Demonstrate working knowledge of AC & DC power and control voltages, PLC VFD Drives and process instrumentation

Required Education :

High school Diploma or Equivalent

Required Experience and Skills :

Must be 18 years or older

Basic computer and math skills

Able to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions and product manuals

Willingness to learn new skills, problem-solve and troubleshoot

Strong collaboration, communication skills, and is always respectful

Current valid drivers license

5+ years' experience in industrial manufacturing maintenance

Prior diagnostic, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance experience

Previous experience in a high-speed industrial work environment

Working knowledge of Programmable Logic Control (PLC) and networking of controllers

Some experience with mechanical systems, utilizing product manuals, troubleshooting mechanical breakdowns, and reading mechanical drawings.

Preferred Experience :

1 to 3+ years experience working with basic electrical systems, compressors, welding, plumbing, conveyers, hydraulics, packaging, PLC, pneumatics, preventive maintenance, and pumps.

LOTO experience

Forklift experience

Physical Requirements :

Able to lift / carry up to 50 pounds

Frequent movements include walking, standing, bending / stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms, lifting, climbing and other active movements

Performing duties while wearing personal protective equipment

Working in temperature zones that include cold and / or hot environments for extended periods and may include areas where dust and chemicals are present

Required to work scheduled shifts which may include weekends, some holidays, and periodic overtime

Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.

Benefits for most full-time roles include medical, dental, vision, PTO, life & disability insurance, education assistance, a 401k and a variety of well-being resources. Most part-time employees are eligible for prorated PTO, holiday pay, employee development programs, prorated education assistance, and a 401(k).

Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M / F / Vets / Disabled. The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy.

Neither Land OLakes, nor its search firms, will ever contact you and ask for confidential information over the phone or in email. If you receive a call or email like this, please do not provide the information being requested.

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