Maintenance Technician - 2nd shift

Dairy Farmers of America hiring for Maintenance Technician - 2nd shift jobs in Reading, PA, US

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs of production and processing equipment as well as utility related equipment in compliance with all safety procedures
• Support the installation of new equipment, support and implementation of preventive maintenance program
• Assist the machine operators with training or troubleshooting to minimize equipment downtime
• Ensure all repairs are documented
• Keep management informed of any maintenance issues
• Complete work orders as assigned
• Dedicate effort to safety as we expect every employee to leave work in the same condition as they arrive
• Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
• Exhibit the values and ethics of Dairy Farmers of America through honesty, discretion, and sound judgment
• Adhere to all DFA Quality, Safety and GMP policies and procedures and report any nonconformity
• Attend required training, including but not limited to Safety, GMP, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP), and Safe Quality Foods (SQF)
• Work schedule includes on call and weekend shifts

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems, specifically SAP
• Knowledge of machine shop equipment
• Knowledge of pneumatics, solenoid valves, and air cylinders
• Skill in proficient computer usage
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Able to work in collaboration effectively and foster good teamwork
• Able to follow directions and meet deadlines
• Able to perform all required preventative, productive, predictive, and scheduled maintenance procedures
• Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision
• Able to understand the basic types of controls used in the plant and how they affect the process
• Able to perform minor electrical work (i.e. change pump motors and diagnose motor control problems)
• Able to use standard maintenance tools
• Able to perform routine repairs and minor projects from planning to installation
• Able to perform routine preventive maintenance on a variety of equipment, identify any abnormal conditions, and maintain appropriate records
• Able to perform basic welding for repair and fabrication (mig/tig/stick)
• Able to follow process control computer variables, schematics, and diagnose system problems
• Able to assist other mechanics on more complicated repairs in a safe and useful manner
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED
• General mechanical and maintenance knowledge
• 4 years of process manufacturing environment maintenance work experience preferred
• Certification and/or License -- 2 year formal mechanical education certificate preferred