Maintenance Mechanic - Cheese Plant

About the role

Darigold is seeking a skilled and motivated Maintenance Mechanic to be a part of Darigold’s Sunnyside team. The Maintenance Mechanic must possess the desire and ability to maintain and repair all plant equipment. The Maintenance Mechanic’s role is to maintain and repair plant machinery and assist with special projects, which include fabrication and sanitary welding.

Responsibilities

• Proven sanitary welding experience
• Proven stainless steel fabrication and welding skills
• Experience maintaining and repairing rotating machinery
• Experience in troubleshooting and repair of production equipment
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical motors and controls
• Working knowledge of ammonia refrigeration systems and boilers
• Experience in troubleshooting and repair of hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Ability to interpret P&ID, mechanical, and electrical drawings
• Understanding and experience of preventive maintenance
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and maintain equipment and records
• Understanding and working knowledge of CMMS systems and work orders
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong team player
• Must be available to work any shift including nights and weekends

Requirements

• 3-5 years manufacturing maintenance or related experience
• Formal education in a related field preferred

Pay

$32 to $36 per hour

Benefits

• 401k with competitive employer matching
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision benefits
• Employer paid life & disability coverage
• Paid time off and paid Holidays
• 8 weeks paid paternal Leave
• Education assistance
• Flexible (hybrid) working arrangement
• Community giving through matching donations
• Access to great dairy products & participation in our employee butter purchase program