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Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. Master Maintenance Technician in St. Paul, Minnesota
- 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, identify opportunities to improve processes * 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 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. * 4 to 6 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 complex or complicated maintenance activities/repairs independently * Able to complete 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 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 Englis An Equal Opportunity Employer EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran