Maintenance Technician - Blowmold

Company: Dairy Farmers of America
Location: Dallas
Posted on: April 19, 2024

Job Description:

Oak Farms Dairy is seeking a Maintenance Technician Blowmold to join our team
GENERAL PURPOSE
Demonstrate full proficiency in maintenance/mechanical activities to ensure that all equipment is operating effectively and efficiently. Perform general maintenance, preventative maintenance, over-hauls, modification, fabrication, welding, and/or mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and repair. Work with a limited degree of supervision, with oversight focused on complex and/or new assignments. Act as an informal resource for colleagues with less experience.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
-- 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
BENEFITS:
Paid vacation and holidays Career growth opportunities - we promote from within! Comprehensive healthcare benefits Service recognition and employee rewards Employee referral program Tuition reimbursement Uniforms provided Work for dairy farming families More benefits, too many to name!
Pay: $25.50
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
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