Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician – Tulare, CA We are hiring a Maintenance Technician based in Tulare, CA. Key Responsibilities Ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical devices such as fuses, motors, motor starters, proximity switches, circuit breakers, receptacles, and plugs. PLC experience is a plus. Ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical devices such as centrifugal and positive displacement pumps, roller conveyors, belt conveyors, palletizers, sanitary and non-sanitary valves, fillers, check weighers, metal detectors, gearboxes, bearings, seals, and other equipment. Use electrical equipment such as a volt meter and amp meter to determine electrical malfunctions on fuses, motors, motor starters, and switches. Use proper tools for aligning sprockets, sheaves, and couplings on fans, motor drives, and pumps, and track conveyor belts and align shafts. Welding experience with TIG, MIG, gas, or stick. Accountable for the QRMP (Quality Risk Management Process) standards as outlined in the plant’s QRMP accountability document, including implementation, improvement, and ongoing maintenance. Compensation 8-hour rate $36.57 10-hour rate $33.20 12-hour rate $31.80 Requirements Must work in a safe, sanitary, and productive manner in accordance with LHD GMPs. Documented job performance work record and attendance record to be reviewed. Specialized training or licenses relevant to the job; good business participation (e.g., Level 1, safety, process improvement). Must be able to maintain production line equipment and operate the equipment to identify potential problems. Must be willing to upgrade skills in areas where skills are not at the required level, including vocational, college, vendor courses, etc.; train self and others in troubleshooting mechanical and electrical equipment. Demonstrated professionalism, one‑on‑one coaching, leadership, patience, diplomacy, high ethical standards, and a positive, cooperative attitude. Maintain basic understanding of safety training of electrical systems and theory 110, 240, and 480 V; NFPA training basics. Possess basic welding techniques. Possess a Plant Maintenance‑Electrician/Mechanic journeyman certificate or equivalent. Basic operation and repair knowledge of packaging, processing, and utility equipment. Benefits At Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement. Equal Employment Opportunity Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally‑recognized basis including, but not limited to, veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities. Further, any division of the Company that is an affirmative action employer will comply with all related legal obligations. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lactalis USA