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Maintenance Technician

Dairy Farmers of America

West Middlesex, PAJob$28.56/hrTracked 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$28.56/hr
Location
West Middlesex, PA
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Fork Truck Certification

Job overview

Dairy Farmers of America is hiring a Maintenance Technician. The Maintenance Technician performs planned, unplanned, and emergency maintenance and repairs on production, processing, packaging, and utility equipment. This role involves conducting routine inspections, troubleshooting to minimize downtime, and supporting new equipment installations. The technician will also complete work orders, document repairs, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives while adhering to safety, GMP, and food safety regulations.

Key focus areas include Perform maintenance and/or repairs on production, processing, and packaging equipment, Perform preventive maintenance and routine inspections of equipment, and Read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, schematics, and manuals.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma Or Equivalent, 2-4 Years Maintenance Experience, and 2-4 Years Mechanical Experience. Important skills include Perform Maintenance And/Or Repairs, Perform Preventive Maintenance, Routine Inspections, Read Technical Procedures, Analyze Technical Procedures, and Interpret Technical Procedures.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Perform Maintenance and/or RepairsPerform Preventive MaintenanceRoutine InspectionsRead Technical ProceduresAnalyze Technical ProceduresInterpret Technical ProceduresElectrical SchematicsService ManualsWork OrdersInstallation of New EquipmentTroubleshootingHand ToolsPower ToolsElectric MetersMaterial Handling EquipmentCommunicationDocument RepairsContinuous Improvement MindsetMRO ProceduresSafe Working ConditionsCompliance With State and Federal RegulationsDFA Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)Food SafetyQualitySanitationKnowledge of ChartsKnowledge of TablesKnowledge of DrawingsKnowledge of SpecificationsKnowledge of SchedulesKnowledge of Wiring DiagramsInspect EquipmentRecognize Potential ProblemsCorrective ActionPerform Maintenance Activities IndependentlyAssist on Complicated RepairsMinor to Mid-Sized ProjectsPresent Options and IdeasAdapt to Change EffectivelyWork Without Constant SupervisionWork in a Team EnvironmentDiagnose ProblemsFind Solutions to ProblemsCommunicate Clearly and EffectivelyBasic Math SkillsBasic Computer SkillsOperate a Fork TruckRead EnglishWrite EnglishSpeak English

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent2-4 Years Maintenance Experience2-4 Years Mechanical Experience2-4 Years Electrical Experience2-4 Years Hydraulic Experience2-4 Years Pneumatic Experience2-4 Years Electronic Experience2-4 Years Computer-Controlled Equipment Experience2-4 Years PLC Experience2-4 Years HVAC ExperienceFork Truck CertificationTrade School or Technical School Graduation

Full job description

Job Description

3pm-1am shift Monday through Friday

$28.56 / hour plus $2.00 per hour shift premium

  • Perform maintenance and/or repairs (planned, unplanned, emergency) on production, processing, and packaging equipment as well as utility related equipment or systems, following all safety procedures

  • Perform preventive maintenance; perform routine inspections of equipment for assessment of reliability and performance

  • Read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, electrical schematics, service manuals, and work orders to perform required maintenance and service

  • Support the installation of new equipment

  • Assist operators with troubleshooting to minimize equipment downtime

  • Complete work orders in a timely manner, while 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 repairs are documented. Complete all paperwork clearly, legibly, and accurately with required information. Document all required information in accordance with standard operations procedures

  • Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes

  • Follow MRO procedures for work orders and parts

  • Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues

  • Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements

  • The ability to cover other maintenance employee for PTO and other types of Leave.

  • The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

Requirements

Education and Experience

  • High school diploma or equivalent required

  • Graduation from trade school or technical school preferred in areas such as electrical, programmable controls (PLC/HMI), mechanical, welding/fabrication, refrigeration, plumbing, etc.

  • 2 to 4 years of maintenance, mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic, computer-controlled equipment, PLC, and HVAC or related experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment

  • Experience on a variety of equipment including lubricating, cleaning, material handling, motor control, relay control, process control and packaging equipment

  • Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Knowledge of charts, tables, drawings, specifications, schedules, wiring diagrams

  • Able to inspect equipment, recognize potential problems, and take appropriate corrective action to prevent component failures or equipment down time

  • Able to use a variety of maintenance tools, hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment in a safe manner

  • Able to perform maintenance activities/repairs independently and assist on more complicated repairs

  • Able to perform minor to mid-sized projects from planning to installation

  • Able to present options and ideas to current processes or procedures

  • Able to adapt and manage to change effectively

  • Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision

  • Able to work effectively in a team environment

  • Able to diagnose and take appropriate steps to find solutions to problems

  • Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing

  • Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

  • Basic computer skills

  • Ability to pass certification and operate a fork truck

  • Must be able to read, write and speak English

Pay Range $28.56 / hour

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