Maintenance Technician

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the performance of manufacturing process equipment in any area of the plant. Work is of a technical nature, where decisions are made within the limits of general practices and procedures, but where supervision is available to support in unusual situations.
How you will make contributions that matter…

– Perform mechanical and electrical troubleshooting of plant equipment.
– Provide documentation of work performed on daily Individual Shift Report.
– Assist in maintaining inventories of parts and supplies by appropriately signing out parts from storeroom and reporting low supply levels to supervisor.
– Perform building maintenance and repairs as needed.
– Perform electrical repairs of single phase and three phase power distribution components.
– Perform troubleshooting and repairs of electrical control wiring of equipment.
– Inspect equipment and independently performs appropriate corrective actions within the scope of required skill level of Class B Maintenance Technician.
– Practices appropriate safety procedures, GMP, and repair methods.
– Independently performs assigned plant equipment repairs.
– Independently performs assigned preventative maintenance for equipment.
– Performs other duties as requested.

You are best suited for the role if you…

– Minimum 3 years related maintenance experience or 2 years maintenance experience with additional technical training specifically applicable to equipment and plant maintenance at this facility.
– Ability to work 12 hour rotating shifts. (6:00 pm – 6:00 am or 6:00 am – 6:00 pm)
– Proficient skill and knowledge of single phase electrical systems and motors.
– High skill level and knowledge of 3 phase electrical distribution systems.
– Ability to apply electrical skills to electrical control circuits and troubleshoot electrical controls from basic electrical schematics.
– Ability to safely use electrical test instruments such as continuity tester, ampere meter, voltage tester.
– Mechanical skills and ability to troubleshoot and perform complex repairs and machine adjustments.
– Ability to locate, read, understand, and apply information from equipment manuals.
– Ability to locate and communicate information from parts manuals such as identifying reorder information for parts needed.
– Ability to independently perform and document equipment PMs within the scope of electrical and mechanical skills listed above.
– Basic problem solving and troubleshooting skills within the scope of electrical and mechanical skills listed above.
– Ability to inspect equipment, recognize potential problems, and independently take appropriate corrective action to prevent component failures and equipment down time within the scope of the electrical and mechanical skills listed above.
– May be required to hold MN boiler class A or B license.

We support and care for our employees by providing them with…

– Development opportunities that enhance you career fulfillment.
– Meaningful compensation & benefits that help you care for your family.
– Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products.

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In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella, and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors.
Whether your expertise lies in manufact ring, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.
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