Maintenance Tech

Maintenance TechnicianLeprino Foods' history dates back over 65 years, when Jim Leprino first started making small batches of mozzarella for local markets and eateries in the Little Italy neighborhood of Denver. We've grown a bit since then. Today, Leprino is the largest manufacturer of mozzarella and lactose in the world, and a leading producer of whey protein. Still owned by Jim and the Leprino family, our sights are set to be the "World's Best Dairy Food and Ingredient Company." To help us achieve that daring vision, we're looking for our secret ingredient: You. A motivated individual who is the best at what you do. Three people in a small corner grocery store in the early 1950s have now grown to over 4,300 employees throughout 16 global locations. Will you join us on our journey? The Fort Morgan Team is seeking a Maintenance Tech to help us achieve our goals.We Ask of You To:Perform general maintenance and repairs on facility equipment.This includes mechanical, preventative and predictive maintenance on pumps, valves, motors, gearboxes, conveying systems, repair and troubleshooting of malfunctioning electrical or instrumentation systems and the recalibration of instruments paying attention to OSHA Safety Rules, Food Safety Policies and Company Regulations.We Offer You In Return:At Leprino Foods, starting compensation for this role is $33.85 per hour.A chance to be part of a global team of individuals passionate about producing and delivering high-quality products that help feed and nourish families around the world.Leprino Foods could not be where it is today without our incredible employees. That is why we share our success together by rewarding you for your hard work. Hiring great people who are in it for the long run is our goal. Through competitive salaries, tuition assistance, vacation, holiday, dedicated sick time, matching 401(k), annual merit increases and bonuses, as well as our annual Profit-Sharing plan. Your impact will be noticed and rewarded, as you seek to further our company, our customers, and one another.Your Must Have (Minimum Qualifications):2 years experience in the maintenance fieldStrong Mechanical and Electrical AptitudeMust be able to work all shifts, weekends and HolidaysAbility to prioritize tasks and follow specified proceduresMust be team orientated, self-motivated and communicate effectively, oral and writtenAble to perform essential job functions of the positionAble to handle varying work conditions from extremely hot/humid to coldWe Hope You Also Have (Preferred Qualifications):Two (2) or more years prior experience in the Dairy Industry as a maintenance technician with a strong mechanical and electrical background along with three (3) months on-the-job experience is necessary to become proficient in the maintenance of pneumatics, hydraulics, AC frequency drives, electrical controls, instrumentation, schematic reading, welding, mechanical (sprockets & gearboxes), T/S technique and PLC knowledge.Leprino Foods Company utilizes the services of Psychemedics to perform our Hair Follicle Drug Testing. Additional information about this process can be obtained at Leprino Foods requires all individuals to wear the appropriate Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) as required by the role and location. Leprino Foods Company supports a drug-free workplace and is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/Disability/Veteran