MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN - California Dairies : Job Details

Join the California Dairies, Inc. (CDI) team, a farmer-owned cooperative dedicated to sustainably producing the highest quality dairy products while fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. CDI products are delivered locally and around the world.

Our state-of-the-art Extended Shelf Life (ESL) and Aseptic Ultra High Temperature (UHT) dairy bottling facility, Valley Natural Beverages, produces premium beverages in various formats, and these shelf-stable products are shipped globally.

We encourage you to be part of our team that's shaping the future of dairy, right fromthe heart of California!

We offer a generous total rewards package that includes:

* Hourly Range - $29.00 - $47.00

* Work-life balance: Rotating day/night shifts (12-hour shift)

* Family medical/dental/vision

* Generous company contributions to 401k

* Relocation Assistance

* 11 Paid holidays

* Paid vacation

* Tuition reimbursement

Job Summary

The Maintenance Technician 3 is responsible for ensuring equipment uptime through timely, in-depth

preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and repair. Our goal is 100% preventative maintenance compliance. The Maintenance Technician maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs all production equipment. Additionally, the repair of facilities, auxiliary equipment, and general maintenance of the plant.

The Maintenance Technician 3 works directly with machine Operators, Supervisors, and Sr. Maintenance Technicians to resolve mechanical issues that arise during shift. The Maintenance Technician 3 proposes solutions to complex and reoccurring problems on production equipment to Sr. Mechanics and Management to resolve issues. The Maintenance Technician 3 provides guidance, mentorship, and expertise to the rest of the team.

Responsibilities

* Ensure yours, your team members' and all visitors' safety by actively supporting and following all safety programs as part of a Zero Accident commitment.

* Ensure full compliance to all regulatory, customer and plant quality requirements as part of a Perfect Quality commitment.

* Make it Better. Constantly look for defects and opportunities for improvement throughout all parts of the plant operation and personally lead necessary efforts to Make it Better.

* Bring value to the Team and strengthen the Team through your job performance, treatment of your team members and effective communication.

* Understand all performance criteria and operating results associated with your area of responsibility and constantly meet or exceed these requirements.

* Maintain Plant areas of responsibility to ensure an inspection and tour ready facility at all times.

* Actively contribute during Daily Shift/Direction Setting Meetings.

* Complete and document CILs (Clean, Inspect, Lube), master sanitation tasks, quality checks, PMs (preventative maintenance tasks) and perform required maintenance on your equipment.

* Understand sources of waste and actively strive for Zero Waste.

Essential Functions

* Knowledge and practice of industrial manufacturing Safe Work practices.

* Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems using schematics, technical drawings and testing equipment.

* Repair equipment, fixtures, systems, conveyors, and other equipment at facility.

* Must have a working knowledge of and experience in plant maintenance and preventative maintenance operations.

* Modify, lubricate, diagnose, and operate equipment in accordance with Work Instructions.

* Handling of chemicals for support equipment operation. Knowledge of chemical testing and water quality for utilities.

* Experience working with 480 Volt and 24 Volt control systems.

* Knowledge of PLCs, VFDs, sensors, instrumentation, and network communication.

* Maintain industrial control systems.

* May fill in for production operator as needed.

* Create and report repairs throughout shift. Complete required work order paperwork, document parts and material usage.

* Work independently and with other team members to complete repairs in a safe and timely manner.

* Understand and follow plant safety rules including safe lifting practices and safe machine operation.

* Personal Protective Equipment is to be used where required.

* Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job to ensure equipment and facility uptime.

* Fabrication and manufacturing of equipment for production needs; product and process piping, sanitary equipment, steam lines, chemical lines, pneumatic lines, etc. Welding, cutting, drilling.

* Perform daily tasks as part of: Plant Safety Program, Plant Quality Program, CIL Program (clean, inspect, lube), Autonomous Maintenance Program, Equipment Center-Lining Program, Defect Identification and Preventative Maintenance Programs.

* Properly complete all documentation to meet all regulatory requirements and plant SOPs.

* Perform all other job duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Education and/or Experience

* High school diploma or equivalent required

* Preferred: Associate's degree in manufacturing, manufacturing technology, mechatronics, industrial manufacturing, industrial automation or other similar manufacturing-related specialization

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The company will make reasonable accommodations that do not cause and undue hardship to the company if such accommodation enables individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

* Sitting/Standing/Walking: Sits frequently to answer calls, complete schedules/reports, fill out paperwork, answer emails, etc.

* Lifting/Carrying: Must be able to lift 65 pounds on an occasional basis.

* Pushing/Pulling: Some pushing or pulling is required on an occasional basis.

* Bending/Stooping: Bends and stoops on an occasional basis.

* Squatting/Kneeling/Crawling: May squat or kneel on an occasional basis.

* Twisting/Turning: Assumes any combination of these positions on an occasional basis.

* Climbing/Balancing: May go up and down stairs and/or ladder on an occasional basis.

* Reaching: Reaches at or above shoulder level on an occasional basis.

* Grasping/Manipulating: Grasping and manipulating of papers, objects, and equipment will be required. Ability to use calculator and keyboard for data input will be required on an ongoing basis.

* Traveling: Extended working hours and some domestic traveling.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work is performed in an office environment.

ADA/FEHA

The Company will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and California's Fair Employment and Housing Act.

EEO

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.

This job description will be updated if duties and responsibilities change significantly. Job functions are subject to modification based on business necessity.