Maintenance Technician - HMMN15
Dean Foods

Job Title

Maintenance Technician - HMMN15Location

Winnsboro, TexasDescription

General Purpose:

Ensure that all equipment is operating effectively and efficiently, including preventative maintenance, overhauls, modification, fabrication, welding, and mechanical and electrical troubleshooting.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• 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
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• 4 years of process manufacturing environment maintenance work experience
• Certification and/or License – 2 year formal mechanical education certificate preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems, specifically SAP
• Knowledge of machine shop equipment
• Knowledge of pneumatics, solenoid valves, and air cylinders
• Knowledge of PLC’s, Calibration of flow valves, level controllers, VFD’s, Photocells, Limit Sensors etc.
• Competent in troubleshooting electrical issues using schematic diagrams on a variety of equipment.
• 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

Reporting to this Position:

• None

Travel:

No travel required

5%-15% (1-3 times per year)

15%-25% (1-2 times per quarter)

25%-50% (up to 1 week per month)

50%-75% (up to 2 weeks per month)

75%-100% (3+ weeks per month)

Scope:

• None

Job Description Completed By:

Job Description Approved By:

• 01/2022

Original:

Revised: 01/2022

See last page for Physical Demands

DFA Physical Demands and Work Environment

Place an “X” in the appropriate response

Never

0% of shift

Occasional

1-33% of shift

Frequent

34-66% of shift

Constant

67-100% of shift

Physical Demands

Sit

X

Stand

X

Walk

X

Grasp, handle, twist or type

X

Reach (forward or overhead)

X

Climb (stairs or ladder)

X

Squatting, kneeling or bending

X

Push/pull

X

Crawling

X

Driving a vehicle

X

Lifting/Carrying

Up to 10 pounds

X

Up to 25 pounds

X

Up to 55 pounds

X

Up to 75 pounds

With assist

75-100 pounds

With assist

Work Environment

Toxic or noxious chemicals

X

Outdoor weather conditions

X

Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)

X

Refrigerated temps (non-weather) < 40°

X

Elevated heat (non-weather) > 95°

X

Loud noises > 80 decibels

X

Dust

X

Fumes

X

Ability to work around dairy/food products

X

Work in tight or narrow spaces

X

Working in, around & over lines/obstacles

X

Ability to work with limited supervision

X

Typical office environment

X

Typical manufacturing environment

X

Typical farm/livestock environment

X

Typical lab environment

X

Sensory Demands

Verbal Communication Touch Smell

Hear Reading

Taste Writing

Vision

Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)

Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)

Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish color)

Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are

fixed on a given point)

Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)

An Equal Opportunity Employer
Pay Range

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