Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift at Dean Foods in Winthrop, Minnesota

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Job Title



Maintenance Technician - 2nd ShiftLocation



Winthrop, MinnesotaDescription

• 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 preventative 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 training or 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


• Stay up to date on new products, equipment, technology and techniques


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


• Exhibit the ability to anticipate parts requirements for the tasks, follow proper purchasing procedures, and acquire parts ahead of anticipated task performance


• 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 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


• 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


• Experience with ammonia refrigeration systems preferred


• 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


• Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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