Maintenance Tech; PM

Position: Maintenance Tech (PM)
Location: California

# Maintenance Tech (PM)
Minerva, OH 44657

Education Level High School## Description We are looking for motivated individuals who are detail-oriented and exhibit a strong desire to learn and grow. While managing a 24/7 production operation, the Minerva Dairy Maintenance Team strives to provide a work-life balance with average of 45 hours/week.

Maintenance Technicians are responsible for efficient and safe operation of all areas of the plant. This includes processing, packaging, warehouse, and the utilities that support all areas of the plant. Technicians will frequently collaborate and problem solve with Maintenance, Engineering, and Operations.

The ideal candidate will be familiar in electrical, mechanical, and controls. The Technician will be responsible for troubleshooting and maintaining technical and automated equipment to include fillers, case packers, and palletizers, also to include process systems, equipment, boilers, air compressors, and other building utilities.

We are looking for motivated individuals who are detail-oriented and exhibit a strong desire to learn and grow. While managing a 24/7 production operation, the Minerva Dairy Maintenance Team strives to provide a work-life balance with average of 45 hours/week.

Maintenance Technicians are responsible for efficient and safe operation of all areas of the plant. This includes processing, packaging, warehouse, and the utilities that support all areas of the plant. Technicians will frequently collaborate and problem solve with Maintenance, Engineering, and Operations.

The ideal candidate will be familiar in electrical, mechanical, and controls. The Technician will be responsible for troubleshooting and maintaining technical and automated equipment to include fillers, case packers, and palletizers, also to include process systems, equipment, boilers, air compressors, and other building utilities.
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* Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

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* • Prioritize Safety:
Strictly adhere to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), before performing any work on equipment.
• Help analyze, diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair complex equipment issues across mechanical, electrical (up to 480V), pneumatic, and PLC-controlled systems.
• Perform maintenance on all processing and packaging equipment throughout the plant, including milk receiving, cheese production, and butter production areas.
• Interface with PLC systems (e.g., Allen-Bradley) to diagnose equipment faults and support operational efficiency in our automated facility.
• Participate in preventive maintenance tasks to minimize downtime and ensure equipment longevity. Document all work performed in our maintenance management system.
• Analyze equipment breakdowns and use good judgement to minimize production disruptions
• Support production, sanitation, and quality assurance teams to coordinate maintenance activities and ensure food safety standards are met.

Qualifications and Skills:

** Pay Rate:
*** Pay based on experience and qualifications.
** Shift:
*** This shift is 4pm - 4am rotating 12 hour shift with every other weekend off. Weekends and holidays are required.## Qualifications
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* Qualifications and Skills:

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* • High school diploma or GED required; associate's degree or technical certification in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, or a related field is highly preferred.
• 3-5+ years of experience as a maintenance technician in a manufacturing environment. Experience in the food & beverage, dairy, or pharmaceutical industry is a significant plus.
• Proven expertise in troubleshooting industrial electrical systems, including motors, VFDs, and control circuits.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience repairing gearboxes, pumps, and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical blueprints, and pneumatic diagrams.
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and food safety protocols.

Physical Demands:
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures, wet surfaces, and noise.
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, and kneel for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces.
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