Location: Websterville, VT (Barre)
Pay: $30.36 - $35.36/hr.
Hours: 1st Shift; Monday - Friday. 7am - 330pm, possible overtime as needed.
Required Qualifications & Experiences
18 years or older.
2 years prior industrial maintenance experience, knowledge and/or education.
Moderate computer skills.
Communicates work order progress to supervisor and production operators.
Ability to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions, and possess basic mathematical skills.
Possess mechanical aptitude. Some experience with mechanical systems, utilizing product manuals, troubleshooting mechanical breakdowns, and reading mechanical drawings.
Preferred Qualifications & Experiences
High School Diploma or GED.
2+ years’ experience with basic electrical systems, compressors, welding, plumbing, conveyers, hydraulics, packaging, PLC, pneumatics, preventive maintenance, and pumps.
Forklift experience preferred or willing to be trained for certification.
Ensures a safe working environment for self and others while performing assigned tasks.
Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to effectively work with a variety of people and departments.
Ability to be flexible in work performed and schedule.
Self-reliant and able to accurately work under limited supervision.
Customer focused and able to work in a collaborative team.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
Engagement- Safety and Quality:
Actively works with operations to continually find safer, more efficient ways to complete tasks/operate equipment
Assist in training/developing Mech 1 and 2 employees on safety and quality compliance, recommending disciplinary actions to supervisor when necessary
Assists in accident/near miss reporting and investigations
Ensures all maintenance employees are properly trained in quality and comply with GMPs, HACCP and all other quality regulations
Ensures compliance of maintenance staff with all policies and procedures (OSHA, BCORP, etc)
Communication:
Takes initiative with personal and professional development
Must be self-directed; understand priorities and continue to develop decision making to support work center efficiency
Must be able to work with a certain level of autonomy
Integration of Competencies:
If a temporary repair is needed make sure that there is a plan in place, as well as a timeline for, when the permanent repair will be completed. Communicate to the stakeholders of the temp fix as well as follow up actions
Must have proper fabrication/project education and experience
Advanced troubleshooting skills for manufacturing equipment, packaging equipment and building systems
Strong mechanical industrial skills
Work with parts planner and supervisor to update/create PMs as needed as well as add new parts to stock
Plan, perform and oversee preventative maintenance on equipment
Plan and perform routine system evaluations of mechanical equipment, identifying performance trends or issues and recommend course of action
Leadership:
Oversee other shift mechanics to ensure that breakdowns, PMs and other work requests are being addressed timely and effectively
Trains and oversees departmental maintenance and repair of equipment. Supervises completion of repairs per manufacturer’s specifications
Develop and conduct training modules when assigned
Essential Physical Requirements
Frequent movement including walking, standing, bending/stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms, lifting, climbing and other active movements.
Performing duties while wearing personal protective equipment.
Working across temperature zones that may include cold and/or hot environments for extended periods and may include work in environments where dust is present.
Shift schedules that include days, nights, and weekends, some holidays and periodic overtime.
About Land O'Lakes, Inc.
Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.
Benefits for most full-time roles include medical, dental, vision, PTO, life & disability insurance, education assistance, a 401k and a variety of well-being resources. Most part-time employees are eligible for prorated PTO, holiday pay, employee development programs, prorated education assistance, and a 401(k).
Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled. The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy.
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