Plant Maintenance

Company: Hiland Dairy Foods
Location: Springfield
Posted on: May 28, 2023

Job Description:

The Dairy Industrial Maintenance Mechanic shall be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:Repairs and maintains mechanical, air, electrical and hydraulic components of various equipment suchas processing, blow-molding, filling and material handling equipment, following blueprints, wiringdiagrams and specifications and using hand tools, power tools, welders and precision measuringinstruments.Visually inspects and listens to machines and equipment to locate causes of malfunctions. Dismantlesmachines and equipment to gain access to problem area, using hand tools and power tools. Inspectsand measures parts to detect wear, misalignment, or other problems. Removes and replaces worn ordefective parts of drive mechanism or hydraulic system, using hand tools and power tools, andfollowing blueprints, diagram, and service manuals. Re-aligns and adjusts components, such asspindles and clutches, using hand tools and following diagrams. Locates damaged air and hydraulicpipes on machine, and measures, cuts, threads, and installs new pipe. Starts machines and equipmentto test operation following repair. Repairs broken parts, using brazing, soldering, and weldingequipment and hand tools. May modify computer-controlled functions on various equipment.Must be able to work in both very hot (more than 100 degrees) and very cold (20 degrees below zero)and in a very wet and humid environment for extended periods of time. Must be able to bend, crawl,climb, squat, and work on times both above the head and at ground level during repair and maintenanceoperations. Must keep work area safe and clean and work in a safe and efficient manner.Will be required to work with and understand boilers, refrigeration, hydraulic, air, electrical, and othersystems in the plant. Must be able to follow both written and verbal instructions and follow blueprint,wiring diagrams and service manuals and fill out written reports.Core Requirements:* Mechanical: Must be able to troubleshoot and repair mechanical equipment used for production.* Welding: Must be able to perform welding repairs on production equipment as needed. Heli-Arcwelding experience is a plus.* Electrical: Must be able to troubleshoot electrical systems and controls for single and three phaseservices. Programmable Logic Control experience a plus.* Hours: Need to be flexible as start times vary, normally 8 hour shifts per day with occasional OvertimeMonday to Friday and some Saturdays ( 1 day off during the week when working Saturday)Preferred Requirements:* Refrigeration: Familiar with ammonia systems used for refrigeration, boilers and air compressors.* Food production maintenance experienceHiland Dairy Foods Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer/AA/Vet/Disabled PDN-990b161a-ab02-4ca8-8437-17598f17b48c

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