Plant Maintenance / General Maintenance / machine maintenance
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Base pay range
$24.80/hr - $26.55/hr
Job Description
Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc. is one of the largest and most successful dairy cooperatives operating in the Midwest and the South. Elements of the cooperative include more than 600 farm families, 7,000 associates, 47 manufacturing plants, 100+ distribution facilities, and annual sales of over $4.69 billion. Prairie Farms is a nationally recognized leader in the dairy industry known for setting the standard for milk flavor innovations and producing award-winning milk, cheese, and cultured dairy products. With headquarters in Edwardsville, Ill., the Prairie Farms distribution footprint covers over 30 percent of the United States; products are available in grocery chains, mass merchandiser stores, club stores, convenience stores, dollar stores, drug stores, schools, foodservice outlets, and warehouse distribution centers.
Prairie Farms Dairy is seeking Career minded Maintenance Personnel. Our Maintenance Techs are responsible for keeping our Prairie Farms dairy plant equipment and tracks in top condition.
Maintenance Technician Position Responsibilities
* Setting up machines for various products,
* Trouble-shooting hydraulics, electrical and pneumatics,
* Perform preventative maintenance on equipment,
* Repair, rebuild and welding,
* Building repair and maintenance
Essential Skills And Experience
* Mechanical background, welding, electrical, pneumatic & hydraulic, plumbing and reading blueprints are all a plus.
* Ammonia Refrigeration knowledge
* Time management: ability to organize and manage multiple priorities
* Strong team player
* Communication skills: ability to communicate with a multitude of plant personnel as well as maintenance personnel
* The ability to work at heights up to 25’ a ladder or man lift
* The ability to work weekends
* Waste Water Treatment experience a plus!
What are the physical demands for this position?
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to be able to bend, walk, work in heat and cold temperatures, get on top of equipment, must be able to climb steps and use a ladder, and enter confined spaces. The employee must be able to respond to production needs quickly and must be able to lift heavy parts and equipment. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Benefits and incentives provided?
* Health benefits (medical, dental, vision) low premium and low deductible
* Retirement/401k Savings plan
* PTO
* Uniforms & cleaning provided
* Daily OT over 8 hrs
* Advancement opportunities – we promote within the company
* FSA
Summary
As a Plant Maintenance Technician, you will be a vital part of our team, responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of our manufacturing facility. With core skills in industrial mechanic experience, mechanical knowledge, and electrical experience, you will be adept at troubleshooting and repairing machinery to minimize downtime. Your premium skills in HVAC, welding, and precision measuring instruments will be valuable in maintaining equipment to industry standards. Additionally, your relevant skills in high voltage, field service, and customer service will enhance your ability to address maintenance issues promptly and efficiently. Join us in upholding our commitment to excellence in plant maintenance.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.80
Benefits
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Schedule
* 10 hour shift
* 8 hour shift
* Overtime
Experience
* maintenance: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
Prairie Farms, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Management and Manufacturing
* Industries
Dairy Product Manufacturing
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