PRAIRIE FARMS DAIRY
Sioux Falls, SD
Pay: $26-$29/hr
Shift: fulltime
**Position:** NightPlant Maintenance Mechanic **Reports to:** Maintenance Manager **Rate of Pay:** $26\.00\-$29\.00 base rate \+ $.30 premiums **Schedule:** Sunday \- Thursday 8 PM to 4:30 AM The Plant Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for the care and maintenance of all property and production assets in a safe, sanitary and efficient condition. The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for installation, repair and general maintenance of the facility and equipment. * Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing maintenance requirements (both planned and unplanned) on production, packaging, processing equipment, and utility systems. * Readily available for emergency repairs in breakdown situations * Read, analyze and interpret technical procedures, electrical schematics, service manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service * Performing preventative maintenance. * Complete work orders in a timely manner maintaining high quality standards * Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties * Maintain communication with other departments, management and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production. * Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible and accurate format, and completed with required information. Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOPs. * Assist in maintaining parts and supplies inventory by reporting low supply levels to Supervisor • Assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes. * Follow Good Manufacturing Practices. Maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area. * Follow all required work safe practices. This would include lockout\-tagout requirements and wearing of all required PPE in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling, fall restraints, etc. * Responsible for food safety, pre\*requisite programs and food quality related to designated area. * Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately. * Perform other duties as assigned. **Required Technical Skills:** * Dairy Manufacturing has numerous niched pieces of equipment and processes; A motivated self\-starter, with a willing to learn attitude is required. * 1\-year minimum experience in a maintenance role within a manufacturing facility, preferably food and beverage industry. * 1\-year minimum experience with one or more technical experiences: Electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic. * 1\-year minimum experience on a variety of equipment including lubricating, cleaning, material handling, motor control, relay control, process control and packaging equipment. **Required Soft Skills:** * Ability to inspect equipment, recognize potential problems and independently take appropriate corrective action to prevent component failures or equipment down time. * Be able to effectively work in a team environment. Effective verbal and written communication skills. * Ability to work in a fast\-paced environment. **Physical Requirements:** * Must be able to stand, walk, kneel and bend required for virtually the entire shift. * Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally. * Must be able to work in a wet environment with moderate to high noise volume. * Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime, weekends and holidays. **Education, Certifications and Experience:** * High School Diploma or equivalent preferred. * Must be able to pass all pre\-employment screens (including drug, background and criminal checks). **Other** **Rate of Pay: $26\.00\-$29\.00 base rate \+ $.30 premiums** **Schedule:** Monday\-Friday 8 PM to 4:30 AM We provide a competitive wage; medical, dental, vision and life insurance; vacation, holiday, and sick pay; 401K and company uniforms. Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.