Maintenance Mechanic

About the role

Saputo is a top 10 global dairy processor committed to making high-quality products, investing in its people, and supporting communities worldwide. We seek candidates for PM Shifts from 6:00PM to 6:00AM who can diagnose and repair machinery and equipment, operate forklifts, and perform various maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses malfunctions in machinery and equipment.
• Repairs/rebuilds various plant and process equipment including pumps, motors, gearboxes, valves, and other related equipment.
• Repairs/rebuilds/replaces hydraulic and pneumatic equipment and understands flow controls.
• Understands and troubleshoots Programmable Logic Controllers (Nomenclature, input, output, etc.).
• Repairs/replaces instrumentation to include level sensors, RTD’s, chart recorders, prox sensors, and photo eyes.
• Able to use a CMMS to process work orders, PM’s and look up inventory and order parts.
• Operates forklifts and aerial platforms.
• Performs Preventative Maintenance on plant and process equipment.
• Machines various materials using a mill and/or lathe.
• Welds and polishes stainless steel to 3A standards for dairy industry.
• Performs electrical troubleshooting on various plant and process equipment including amp and voltage readings, testing fuses, and understanding electrical prints.
• Repairs/replaces electrical components to include fuses, relays, transformers, wiring and other related equipment.
• Starts, stops, adjusts, and troubleshoots the ammonia system.
• Replaces/repairs ammonia equipment as needed.
• Possesses a working knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Repairs HVAC systems and controls.
• Repairs, inspects, replaces door systems to include closures, strikes, fire doors, overhead doors, roll-up doors, and man doors.
• Plumbing to include repairing/replacing fixtures, clearing clogs, piping, and repairing water heaters.
• Repairs/replaces equipment on the steam system including valves, traps, return pumps, and conductivity tests.
• Conducts boiler water tests and operates the boiler as needed during weekend and holiday rotation.
• Works with co-workers and supervisor to resolve maintenance problems.
• Works weekends and holidays as needed to complete job duties.
• Keeps work area and tools clean and organized.

Requirements

• Values that align with the Saputo culture.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to perform these operations using weight measurement, volume, and distance.
• Ability to work while frequently exposed to extreme cold (non-weather), extreme heat (non-weather), and outdoor weather conditions.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
• Ability to frequently to lift up to 50 lbs. independently and/or move up to 100 lbs. with assistance as needed.
• Able to complete at least one job related course per semester.
• Long periods of time standing, walking, climbing up to 4 flights of stairs, climbing ladders.
• Ability to read and write English.
• High level of welding, electrical or mechanical skills a plus.
• Flexible to work various shifts as plant and business needs arise.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing or maintenance environment.
• Skills: Strong mechanical and electrical skills, ability to read blueprints, and proficiency in CMMS software.

Benefits

We support and care for our employees by providing development opportunities, meaningful compensation and benefits, and opportunities to contribute to the community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products.

Pay

Starting Range - $27.77 - $31.34 + $2 Night Shift Differential

Schedule

PM Shifts from 6:00PM to 6:00AM

Company Information

Saputo Cheese USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.