Maintenance Technician - Days

Saputo Cheese USA - Biscoe, NC

Full-time - Entry Level

Biscoe, NC

Food Manufacturing

About the position

The Maintenance Technician position at Saputo is responsible for performing a variety of tasks related to the installation, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of production and facility equipment. This role is crucial in ensuring the operational efficiency of machinery and equipment, adhering to safety and maintenance protocols to support business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and facility equipment.
• Analyze test results and machine error messages to diagnose equipment problems.
• Clean, lubricate, and adjust parts, equipment, and machinery.
• Disassemble machinery to remove parts and make repairs.
• Examine parts for defects such as breakage and excessive wear.
• Observe and test the operation of machinery to diagnose malfunctions using voltmeters and other devices.
• Operate newly repaired machinery to verify the adequacy of repairs.
• Reassemble equipment after inspections, testing, or repairs.
• Troubleshoot, install, repair, and maintain industrial production machinery.
• Repair and replace broken or malfunctioning components of machinery.
• Refer to blueprints and manufacturers' manuals for correct installation and operation.
• Operate and support industrial refrigeration, boiler, and utility operations.
• Cut and weld metal to repair or fabricate parts and assemble new equipment.
• Demonstrate equipment functions to machine operators.
• Complete scheduled preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Respond to production needs on the production floor.
• Complete accurate documentation of maintenance records and work orders.
• Input and record maintenance activities into SAP or other ERP systems.
• Comply with all Standard Operating Procedures and safety regulations.
• Follow SQF and Company GMP and 5S guidelines to produce a safe product.
• Work professionally in a team environment with coworkers.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1-2 years of prior industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with industrial ammonia refrigeration, high pressure boiler, and utility operations.
• Ability to utilize computer-based maintenance planning/PM ERP platforms, SAP is a plus.
• Strong electrical background in addition to mechanical skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical, hydraulic systems, and pneumatic equipment.
• Experience with computerized or automated controls and ability to read electric schematics is a plus.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with computerized or automated controls.
• Ability to read electric schematics.

Benefits

• Development opportunities for career fulfillment.
• Meaningful compensation and benefits for family care.
• Opportunities to contribute to the community through Saputo products.