Maintenance Technician (Graveyard)
Tillamook County Creamery Association · Tillamook, OR · 3 wk ago
ManagementFull-time
About the role
Join the Tillamook Team, one of the fastest-growing dairy brands in the US, where we create over 200 dairy products across 7 categories: cheese, ice cream, yogurt, sour cream, butter, cream cheese, and frozen meals. As a farmer-owned cooperative since 1909, we prioritize Uncompromising Quality and Good Stewardship for our stakeholders. We’re looking for team members with a One Team and Genuine Care mindset to share the delight of the Tillamook brand.
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot and repair dairy processing plant equipment, packaging equipment, and supporting utility systems.
- Perform highly diversified duties to install and maintain production machines and plant facility equipment.
- Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.
- Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and perform scheduled maintenance repairs during machine service.
- Prepare and set up machinery for scheduled production runs.
- Perform mechanic skills including Packaging Mechanical, Refrigeration, PLC/Process Controls, Dairy Systems Mechanic, Electrical, Welding/Fabrication, and General Maintenance.
- Read and interpret drawings, equipment manuals, and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
- Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test, and make adjustments.
- Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment.
- Establish and maintain effective relationships with employees, supervisors, and the public.
- Communicate effectively and act as a team player across all levels of the company.
- Work under pressure, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Demonstrate excellent time-management skills with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED, or 1 to 3 years of related experience.
- Associate’s degree or trade school certification preferred.
- General plant mechanical maintenance experience required.
- Experience with Allen-Bradley PLC programming, Allen Bradley Panel View, DeviceNet, ControlNet, and a strong electrical and instrumentation background.
- Proven ability to methodically think through problems with detailed step-by-step processes.
- Follows One Team values: keeping commitments, valuing diverse perspectives, and collaborating across the organization.
Physical Requirements
- Sitting, standing, and/or walking.
- Lifting up to 25 lbs.
- Vision for machine or computer operations.
- Hearing.
Benefits
Tillamook offers industry-leading benefit and reward programs. We are committed to creating a culture of inclusion where all employees are heard, valued, and feel a sense of belonging. We seek talent from diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures to join our team.