Maintenance Tech (3rd Shift)

Shift 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM Schedule and perform routine preventative maintenance and services with outside contractors that will troubleshoot and repair ammonia refrigeration system. Perform routine preventative maintenance on HVAC, water heating system, and boiler/condenser water chemical system. Perform daily, weekly, monthly, and/or annual facility and building inspections along with assigned work orders. Assist with refrigeration system inspections. Assist with maintaining refrigeration logs and records documenting time, material and parts. Responsible for housekeeping of all assigned areas; including ammonia refrigeration engine room, maintenance shop area, and chemicals/parts storage area. Timely work order execution based on assigned priority. Operate forklifts and aerial platforms as needed; complete daily Powered Industrial Truck Inspection, ensuring safe operation and reporting any concerns to maintenance manager or shift supervisor. Understand and follow Good Manufacturing Practices, Saputo's food safety, quality programs and regulatory requirements. Adhere to industry practices, SOPs, LOTO procedures and other safety guidelines. Promptly report all potential quality, food safety, and workplace safety hazards to management team. Attend and participate in all required training, shift meetings and committees. Work weekends and/or holidays based on business needs and task completion timelines. Perform all other duties as assigned. How You Will Make Contributions That Matter Schedule and perform routine preventative maintenance and services with outside contractors that will troubleshoot and repair ammonia refrigeration system. Perform routine preventative maintenance on HVAC, water heating system, and boiler/condenser water chemical system. Perform daily, weekly, monthly, and/or annual facility and building inspections along with assigned work orders. Assist with refrigeration system inspections. Assist with maintaining refrigeration logs and records documenting time, material and parts. Responsible for housekeeping of all assigned areas; including ammonia refrigeration engine room, maintenance shop area, and chemicals/parts storage area. Timely work order execution based on assigned priority. Operate forklifts and aerial platforms as needed; complete daily Powered Industrial Truck Inspection, ensuring safe operation and reporting any concerns to maintenance manager or shift supervisor. Understand and follow Good Manufacturing Practices, Saputo's food safety, quality programs and regulatory requirements. Adhere to industry practices, SOPs, LOTO procedures and other safety guidelines. Promptly report all potential quality, food safety, and workplace safety hazards to management team. Attend and participate in all required training, shift meetings and committees. Work weekends and/or holidays based on business needs and task completion timelines. Perform all other duties as assigned. You Are Best Suited for The Role If You Have The Following Experience, Skills, and Qualifications Ability to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions, and possess basic mathematical skills. Must be able to utilize manufacturer equipment manuals, troubleshoot mechanical breakdowns, and read mechanical drawings. Must have the ability to run various computer applications that apply to the department and business to an acceptable degree, including but not limited to Microsoft Office Products, and CMMS program, manufacturing and maintenance software. Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical diagrams. Must be able to successfully complete the Basic Ammonia Operator training within 6 months of job assignment. Basic Electrical knowledge to include NFPA 70e requirements. Are able to meet physical demands required for the position (stand, walk, bend, stoop and climb; able to lift up to 50 pounds). Able to work in cold environments and around moving equipment; good visual acuity with ability to distinguish colors. Able to operate material handling equipment; perform pump rebuilds, sensor calibrations, PM’s. High School Diploma or GED. 2 Years associate degree in mechanical or HVAC and /or 2 or more years of relevant experience in food/dairy manufacturing preferred. Familiarity with Ammonia Refrigeration Systems preferred. Familiarity with process instrumentation and process drawings, PLC’s preferred. Ability to work flexible hours, weekends and holidays. CARO or CIRO Certification preferred but not necessary. HMI/PLC troubleshooting skills. Position Abilities And Physical Requirements Ability to work in warehouse environment which includes but is not limited to: noise, cold temperatures, standing/walking/bending/stooping/climbing stairs, maneuvering around material handling equipment and refrigeration system consistently throughout the shift. Physical lifting up to 50-lbs unassisted frequently throughout the shift. Wearing personal protective equipment and following all established procedures. Good visual acuity with the ability to distinguish colors. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Fine manipulation and hand dexterity, including ability to grip and squeeze; handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms. We Support and Care for Our Employees by Providing Them With… Development opportunities that enhance your career fulfillment. Meaningful compensation and benefits that help you care for your family. Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products. starting wage $37.82 + shift differential. 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 manufacturing, 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. Saputo Cheese USA Inc. endeavors to make CareersUSA.Saputo.com accessible to all users. 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