High School Diploma or GED required
5+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
Strong knowledge of dairy processing systems including:
* HTST and UHT pasteurization systems
* CIP (Clean-in-Place) systems
* Homogenizers
* Pumps and pump systems
* Mix-proof and sanitary valve systems
* Heat exchangers
* Raw and finished product tanks
Strong troubleshooting expertise in:
* Rotary fillers and filling systems
* Case packers
* Palletizers and depalletizers
* Conveyance systems
* Labeling and coding equipment
* Automated packaging systems
* Robotic palletizing
Advanced understanding of electrical systems ranging from 24V controls through 480V industrial power distribution
Demonstrated proficiency with:
* Allen-Bradley PLCs
* FactoryTalk software
* Servo drives and motion control systems
* VFDs
* HMI systems
* Industrial networking and communications
Ability to read and interpret:
* Electrical schematics
* P&IDs;
* Mechanical drawings
* Equipment manuals and technical specifications
Strong understanding of:
* Predictive maintenance technologies
* Vibration analysis
* Thermography
* Precision alignment
* Bearing analysis
Experience utilizing CMMS systems for maintenance reporting
Working knowledge of food safety programs including SQF, HACCP, GMPs, and sanitation processes
Ability to safely perform physical requirements of the position, including lifting, climbing, reaching, bending, and working in industrial environment
Regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds
Regularly stand; walk; stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, or crawl
Ability to reach and handle objects, tools, or controls