Lactalis American Group · 3 months ago
1st Shift Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician III $35.75 - $39.40/hr
Lactalis American Group is a leading dairy company that offers meaningful career opportunities. They are currently seeking a 1st Shift Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician III who will be responsible for repairing, installing, and maintaining production and packaging equipment in a food manufacturing environment.
DairyFood and Beverage
Responsibilities
Repair or maintain the operating condition of the equipment used in production and packaging of a dairy product
Align, fit, or assemble component parts and hardware, using hand or power tools
Observe and test the operation of machinery or equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using voltmeters or other testing devices
Perform preventive maintenance functions such as cleaning, lubricating, adjusting, or replacing parts as needed per scheduled maintenance
Operate newly repaired equipment to verify adequacy or repairs
Ability to read blueprints, schematics, diagrams, or technical orders to determine methods and sequence of assembly
Test performance of electro-mechanical assemblies, using test instruments such as electronic voltmeters
Operate, test, or maintain robotic equipment used in various areas of operation
Ability to effectively communicate with operators, fellow maintenance staff, and supervision to perform required tasks
Record parts or materials used and ordered or requisition new parts or materials as necessary using Inventory management software
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED)
Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Associate's Degree, Certificate or Apprenticeship, and/or equivalent experience
Previous electro-mechanical experience making repairs and improvements in a manufacturing setting
Stable and dependable work history
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology
Mechanical knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
Knowledge of electronic equipment repair and PLC applications and programming
Troubleshooting, critical thinking, and complex problem solving
Ability to perform routine maintenance on production and packaging equipment
Ability to work in a food industry or manufacturing environment
English Language- ability to effectively communicate verbally and written
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Personal qualities of tact and dependability
Possess good manual dexterity
Vision abilities (close, distance color and ability to focus)
Able to push/pull/lift and carry at least 50 pounds occasionally and 100 pounds with assistance
Be able to stand for entire shift
Be able to perform repetitive movements (e.g. twisting, gripping, lifting, bending, reaching, climbing)
Must be able to work over 40 hours per week (weekends are required)
Preferred
Previous experience in food or dairy manufacturing
Benefits
$2,000* Hiring Bonus
Weekend premium: 20% more ($7.15/hour to $7.88/hour)
Comprehensive Total Rewards Program
Affordable benefits and coverage options
Insurance costs significantly supported
Generous contributions to retirement plans
Paid Time Off from day one
Training and development opportunities
Education Reimbursement
Company
Lactalis American Group
Lactalis American Group, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, produces and supplies cheese in North America.
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