Plant Maintenance Mechanics - Dairy Manufacturing

Modesto, California

About the role

Build your future with Crystal Creamery, one of California's premier dairy manufacturers. We're looking for experienced Plant Maintenance Mechanics who take pride in keeping production running safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production, processing, and packaging equipment.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on plant machinery and systems.
• Diagnose and repair electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC-controlled equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to maximize equipment reliability.
• Follow all food safety, quality, and workplace safety standards.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing or food production environment.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, controls, PLCs, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Ammonia refrigeration experience is preferred.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to stand, walk, kneel, climb, and bend throughout the workday.
• Comfortable working in wet, refrigerated, and high-noise manufacturing environments.
• Flexibility to work any shift, including overtime, weekends, and holidays, as business needs require.
• Must successfully pass pre-employment background screening and drug testing.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid medical benefits for employees and their families
• Stable, long-term career with a respected California manufacturer
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Team-oriented culture focused on safety, quality, and excellence

Pay

$31.00–$36.00 per hour (DOE)