Position : Maintenance Mechanic - Food Manufacturing

　　Location : Spartanburg, South Carolina

　　Requisition ID: : 24528

　　PET Dairy has immediate job openings for skilled plant maintenance mechanic, 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.

　　PET Dairy is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a dairy marketing cooperative owned by more than 12,500 family farmers. Our mark matters and it represents the wholesomeness of dairy that we share with our communities and loved ones. DFA manufactures a variety of dairy products, including cheese, butter, fluid milk, ice cream, dairy ingredients and more, under well-known and established regional brands. Our fingerprints touch thousands of brands across the marketplace, and we’re passionate about delivering the simple pleasures of dairy to people everywhere, straight from our family farm-owners. At PET Dairy, we are proud to provide families with fresh, delicious dairy.

　　By joining DFA, you can help us continue to make a difference that matters. We care deeply about the well-being of our neighbors and friends, and we celebrate the diversity of our company and our world. It takes an incredible team to deliver the goodness of dairy and enrich our communities – come join us!

　　OUR MAINTENANCE MECHANIC FOR THIS POSITION CAN MAKE UP TO:

　　$30.00 per hourSCHEDULE: 1st & 3rd Shift Available / Rotating Saturdays / Occasional Sundays

　　RESPONSIBILITIES:

　　The Plant Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for the care and maintenance of all property and production assets in a safe, sanitary and efficient condition. The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for staying up to date on new products, equipment, technology and techniques.

　　Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing maintenance requirements (both planned and unplanned) on production, packaging, processing equipment, and utility systems (to provide a continuous supply of heat, steam, cooling, electrical, power, gas, or air required for operations).

　　Readily available for emergency repairs in breakdown situations

　　Read, analyze and interpret technical procedures, electrical schematics, service manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service

　　Performing preventative maintenance (i.e. conducting computerized preventative maintenance check-ups or reading SPC charts and data)

　　Line manufacturing support systems (ozone generation, line/lube delivery, chemical delivery, ingredient delivery, PH house)

　　Complete work orders in a timely manner 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 paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible and accurate format, and completed with required information. Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP’s.

　　Assist in maintaining parts and supplies inventory by reporting low supply levels to Supervisor

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

　　Follow Good Manufacturing Practices.

　　Maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area.

　　Follow all required work safe practices. This would include lockout-tagout requirements and wearing of all required PPE in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling, fall restraints, etc.

　　Responsible for food safety, pre*requisite programs and food quality related to designated area.

　　Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately.

　　Perform other duties as assigned.

　　BENEFITS:

　　401(k) with company contribution

　　Competitive pay

　　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 farm families!

　　High school diploma or GED preferred

　　Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings including drug, background and criminal checks

　　Minimum one year experience in a maintenance role within a manufacturing facility, preferably food and beverage industry

　　Minimum one year experience with one or more technical experiences: Electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic, computer-controlled equipment, PLC and/or HVAC

　　Minimum one year experience with a variety of equipment including lubricating, cleaning, material handling, motor control, relay control, process control and packaging equipment

　　Professional experience with ammonia refrigeration systems preferred.

　　Ability to inspect equipment, recognize potential problems and independently take appropriate corrective action to prevent component failures or equipment down time.

　　Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

　　Must be able to handle basic hand tools

　　Must be able to stand, walk, kneel and bend required for virtually the entire shift; occasionally required to climb or balance

　　Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally

　　Must be able to work in a cold, wet environment with moderate to high noise volume

　　May experience some exposure to fumes airborne particles, chemicals or allergens

　　Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime, weekends, and holiday

　　Ability to work in a fast paced environment.

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