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Form of workLocationSharpsville, Pennsylvania
Description
Dean's Dairy in Sharpsville, Pennsylvania has job openings for skilled plant maintenance mechanics, responsible for the care and maintenance of all property and production assets. This position ensures the continued operation of machinery and equipment in an electrical, mechanical, refrigeration, pneumatic and hydraulic capacity by completing planned and unplanned maintenance requirements on production, packaging, processing equipment and utility systems.
COMPENSATION INFORMATION:
- Starting rate is $27.18/hour
- With opportunity to make $28.18/hour after 90 days of employment
- With additional opportunity to make $31.25/hour with demonstrated electrical skills and/or certifications
- $5,000 sign on bonus with payouts of $1,500 at 30 days, $1,500 at 90 days and $2,000 at 180 days
SCHEDULE:
- This is a Union environment where schedules are picked according to seniority.
- Typically this position is 2nd or 3rd shift or a combination of both.
- Weekends and holidays are required.
BENEFITS:
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Competitive pay
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Career growth opportunities – we promote from within!
- Comprehensive healthcare benefits
- Work for dairy farm families
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
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
An Equal Opportunity Employer
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Pay Range$27.18 - $27.18/hour
