Mechanic Level I M1 - $32.25 / Hour 3rd Shift (10pm-6am)

Looking for a job that can turn into a lifelong career? At Lactalis USA, we believe in promoting from within and giving our employees opportunities to grow. Whether youre starting fresh or bringing years of experience, well provide the tools and support you need to succeed!

Lactalis, the world leader in dairy, is a family-owned business with more than 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals worldwide, committed to nurturing the future by providing healthy and delicious dairy products that bring people together every day. We produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together every day. We offer an enviable range of dairy brands including Galbani, President, Kraft Natural Cheese, Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond, Parmalat, Siggis, and Stonyfield Organic in addition to several brands imported from our affiliates in Europe.

We live by our core values Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity and were building a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyones unique background and ideas are valued.

Even if you dont meet every qualification, dont let that stop you from applying! Were eager to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how you can bring your EXPERTISE to help us make an impact.

From your PASSION to ours

Site maintenance mechanics are responsible for performing basic trouble-shooting, maintaining operations and executing preventative maintenance in the main areas of mechanical, welding, machining, electrical and utilizing SAP and its functions.

From your EXPERTISE to ours

Key responsibilities for this position include:

Demonstrate a high standard of excellence in sanitary design of equipment.

Familiar with all plant Safety (including confined space, fall and fire protection) Quality and Sanitation

programs. Comply with company policies and GMP and safety rules.

Work with Maintenance, Engineering, Finance, Quality to address process improvement ideas.

Understand the plant alarm panel, have a working knowledge of accident, spill and emergency procedures. Ability to follow electrical schematics to determine and correct problems with an electrical circuit.

Proficient in using a laptop to troubleshoot and correct PLC problems.

Familiar with four areas in utilities (steam, ammonia, vacuum and compressed air).

Ability to weld safely and proficiently (including preparation, penetration and clean up)

Basic understanding of the power distribution for the plant.

Proficient in using a megohmmeter, DVM, reading blueprints and electrical applications.

Basic knowledge of utilities & refrigeration and steam distribution (boiler, heat exchangers, traps and condensate pumps).

Understand OEE and use it to drive practices.

Perform other duties as directed by the Team Leader as needed for an efficient operation of the Business.

Ensure food safety.

Required to receive full Ammonia Operator training and will act as support to PSM Coordinator in accordance with the policy and OSHA requirements.

Performs all applicable HACCP and Quality Guidelines.

Observes all Safety, Environmental Regulations, Accident Prevention Procedures and Food Safety Procedures.

Familiar with Quality programs such as GMPs, Traceability, HACCP, Allergens, CCP, hold process and verifying raw ingredients.

When proficient train employees as needed

From your STORY to ours

Qualified applicants will contribute the following:

Education and Experience

High School Diploma/GED Required (Associates or certification preferred)

At least 1 yr previous manufacturing maintenance experience preferred

Previous maintenance work in food manufacturing a plus

(Or any relevant combination of training/ experience)

Use of motorized hand truck is required (training provided)

Use of fork truck (PIT) is required (training provided)

Must wear PPE (ear protection, steel-toed shoes, bump cap/ hard hat, sanitation gear)

Must be dedicated to personal safety and food safety.

The statements included in this Position Description reflect, in general, the duties and responsibilities of this position and are not to be interpreted as being all-inclusive.

At Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement. Join us and grow your career.

Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities.