Maintenance Technician - 4

Company: Land O'Lakes
Location: Turlock
Posted on: January 12, 2021

Job Description:

Join boundless thinkers from all walks of life working together to feed the world. Take pride in working with powerful brands, including Purina Animal Nutrition, Nutra Blend, WinField United, Vermont Creamery, KozyShack, and more.You'll join a global team committed to everything from the seeds that go into the ground, to the technology that improves crop yields and sustainability, to the nutrition that animals need, to marketing the final product.Maintenance Technician - 4This role is at a Dairy Foods manufacturing facility for Land O'Lakes, creating dairy products that stand for real, simple goodness. We believe there's power in every drop of milk our farmers produce, and by improving production and finding innovative uses for that milk, we add a little good to people's lives. Job Description:The Maintenance Technician is responsible for a variety of highly skilled task that include but not limited to: monitoring, troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining plant processing, facility and support equipment.* Follow all Safety, GMP, LO/TO, PPE, NFPA70e, food safety processes, and other Land O'Lakes guidelines and site specific policies including imminent danger.* Diagnose, repair, or replace faulty electronic components, such as printed circuit boards, I/O cards, temperature sensors and pressure controls.* Maintains, diagnoses, troubleshoots, adjusts, repairs, rebuilds and overhauls operating equipment and systems including, but not limited to, electrical, refrigeration, pneumatics, hydraulic, computers, and relays.* Troubleshoot, remove, and/or replace faulty electrical components of machine such as relays, switches, motors, valves and position sensing devices.* Diagnose malfunctioning apparatus such as motors, gear boxes, lighting fixtures, and replace damaged or broken wires, cables and sensors and other related equipment.* Safely diagnose problems and determines the repairs or adjustments on plant equipment* Organize, cleans and maintain workshop area, secures plant when necessary at the end of shift.* Enters paperwork and work orders for maintenance records such as materials, parts, and time.* Communicate and work effectively with co-workers and machine operators.* May fill in for departmental absences to perform other related work as assigned. * May be required to work overtime, some production/maintenance and/or project weekends.Location city, state: Turlock, CAHours: Typically 10:30P -7:00A; may change depending on business needsWage: $25-34 depending on experience/knowledgeLand O'Lakes, Inc offers a competitive salary and bonus potential. The company also provides a comprehensive benefits package as well as other company sponsored benefits.Sign-On Bonus: $1,000; $500 will be paid after 30 days of continuous employment and the remaining $500 after 6 months of continuous employmentSpecific terms of the hiring bonus are subject to terms stated in the offer letter Required Education:* High School Diploma or GEDRequired Qualifications & Experiences:* 18 years or older* 3 or more years of industrial maintenance experience or 5+ years as a intermediate level mechanic, preferably in the food processing/packaging industry.* Experienced in use of hand tools, power tools and test equipment (meters, dial indicators, etc.)* Basic computer skills* Communicates work order progress to supervisor and production operators* Ability to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions and possess basic mathematical skills* Possess mechanical aptitude. Some experience with mechanical systems, utilizing product manuals, troubleshooting mechanical breakdowns, and reading mechanical drawings.Preferred Qualifications & Experiences:* 2+ years' experience with basic electrical systems, compressors, welding, plumbing, conveyers, hydraulics, packaging, PLC, pneumatics, preventive maintenance, and pumps.* Forklift experience preferred or willing to be trained for certification* Ensures a safe working environment for self and others while performing assigned tasks* Able to work in a fast-paced environment* Ability to effectively work with a variety of people and departments* Ability to be flexible in work performed and schedule* Self-reliant and able to accurately work under limited supervision* Customer focused and able to work in a collaborative team* Adhere to all standard operating procedures (SOPs)* Welding experience (TIG)Essential Physical Requirements:Working in a manufacturing or warehouse environment, you will be walking, standing and engaging in movement throughout the day, and occasionally to frequently be required to lift items weighing up to 50 lbs. Due to a large variety of job duties (both routine and non-routine), certain duties also may involve, a variety of physical activities including bending, lifting, stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms above shoulders and head, standing, working in enclosed areas, climbing stairs or ladders, and operating heavy machinery. The noise level in the work environment can vary but noise is usually low to moderate. You may be required to wear personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety gloves, hearing protection, a respirator or dust mask, protective footwear and protective clothing or uniforms. Work may be performed in cold and/or hot temperatures and the environment can be dusty. Physical requirements further include the ability to engage in productive and collaborative communication with co-workers and work may need to be performed during non-standard hours, including nights and weekends. At times, the ability to work overtime also may be required. The ability to perform these requirements is necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The company engages in an interactive process to review requests for reasonable accommodations that may be needed to allow qualified individuals with disabilities to perform all the essential functions of the position. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be directed to the Hiring Manager.Travel: N/ANothing in this job description restricts the management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.Applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check.Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled. The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including pre- and post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy.Neither Land O'Lakes, nor its search firms, will ever contact you and ask for confidential information over the phone or in email. If you receive a call or email like this, please do not provide the information being requested. Land O'Lakes endeavors to make Landolakesinc.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the HR Solution Center at 844-LOL-HR4U (844-565-4748) M-F 8:00am-4:30pm CT.

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