Maintenance Mechanic

Maintenance Mechanic

Darigold is seeking an experienced and motivated Maintenance Mechanic to join the team at our Rainier Plant in Seattle, WA. This position will involve maintaining operational status of production equipment, utility systems and infrastructure, working in conjunction with other members of the Engineering Team. This is a full-time hourly union position. ***$2,000 Sign-On Bonus*** Darigold is the fifth largest dairy cooperative in the United States based on milk volume and one of the largest privately held organizations headquartered in the state of Washington. Since 1918, our producers have taken pride in producing dairy products with unsurpassed quality. Today we are one of the nation's largest agricultural cooperatives, producing over 8.5 billion pounds of milk every year. Through innovative technology and our efficient, flexible production capabilities, we deliver value-added products and customer-driven solutions. Darigold is now known throughout the world for bringing fresh, wholesome dairy products and ingredients from the Northwest to people all around the globe.

What You Will Do:

• Respond to equipment breakdown events to restore functionality.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Track work performed including booked hours and parts used.
• Assist with in-house project work.
• Complete non maintenance related work requests.
• All other duties as assigned.

What You Will Bring:

• Knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical and controls systems.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience working as a Maintenance Mechanic in an industrial setting.
• Basic computer use proficiency (Microsoft Outlook, CMMS systems, etc.).
• The ability to work on your feet for extended periods of time, lift up to 50 lbs and comply with company mandated personal protective equipment.
• City of Seattle Grade 3 Boiler Operator & Refrigeration License are required for 100% of pay scale.
• On the job training and flexibility for outside education needs are provided. Applicants must obtain licenses within 30 months of hire.
• Flexibility for working different shifts.
• Jobs/shifts are awarded based upon qualification and seniority.
• Engineering or maintenance experience working in food manufacturing and/or dairy is a plus.
• Industry specific working knowledge of plate and frame heat exchangers, homogenizers, separators, filling equipment, blowmolds, case packers, stackers, table top conveyors, palletizers, boilers & ammonia refrigeration is preferred.
• Existing City of Seattle Grade 3 Boiler Operator & Refrigeration Licenses is a plus.

Benefits of working at Darigold:

We understand that as an employee, benefits that support you and your family are important. We're proud to offer eligible positions a competitive total rewards package that includes:

• Health and Wellness benefits
• Paid vacation, sick and holidays
• Pension contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pay rate: $42.46/hour - $47.18/hour depending on skills and experience
• Premium pay for off shifts (night, swing) and vacation relief (where applicable)

Our Commitment to Diversity:

Achieving our vision to Lead Dairy Forward requires cultivating and supporting a team with varying backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We are committed to providing a workplace based on mutual respect where all employees feel included and can bring their best and authentic selves to work every day. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer. We welcome all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, marital status, creed, religion, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.