**Job Description** GENERAL PURPOSE Demonstrate full proficiency in maintenance/mechanical activities to ensure that all equipment is operating effectively and efficiently. Perform general maintenance, preventative maintenance, over-hauls, modification, fabrication, welding, and/or mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and repair. Work with a limited degree of supervision, with oversight focused on complex and/or new assignments. Act as an informal resource for colleagues with less experience. 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 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 **Requirements** **REQUIREMENTS:** + 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 + 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 **DFA is an Equal Opportunity Employer** EEO is The Law - click here for more information (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated\_files/employers/poster\_screen\_reader\_optimized.pdf) EEO Statement California applicants, click here (https://www.dfamilk.com/privacy-policy) for information regarding the data collection notice for California Consumer Privacy Act.