Job Summary:

Bongards’ Creameries is seeking a Day Shift Maintenance Mechanic based out of our Humboldt facility. The maintenance mechanic is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing or installing cheese-making machinery and related systems

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Inspect and test equipment to diagnose problem(s)
• Perform preventative maintenance on AGV, GIA and Robotic Palletizer equipment
• Disassemble defective equipment to find root cause
• Install new or refurbished part(s)
• Repair or replace components for hydraulic, pneumatic equipment
• Record repairs made and inventory used
• Clean and lubricate moving components of equipment
• Performs work on machines according to Preventative Maintenance Schedule
• Must report all Food Safety and quality concerns to immediate supervisor or designated replacement
• Must be comfortable to work indoor/outdoor, cold/warm environments, crawl spaces and elevated areas
• Other duties as assigned

Skills and Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Excellent Math and Reading skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills
• Electrical experience with DC, AC (up to 480V 3 phase) highly desired
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Knowledge of PLCs, Ladder Logic
• Knowledge of Schematics
• Knowledge of LOTO Procedures

• Ability to work independently
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines
• Previous maintenance experience in a production/manufacturing environment preferred
• Must adhere to and follow all Safety, GMP, other quality guidelines
• Must report all food safety problems to immediate supervisor or designated replacement
• Must be able to lift up to 55 lbs
• Ability to spend long periods of time standing

Schedule:

• Day Shift 6:00am to 6:00pm Monday – Friday, with alternating weekends

 Benefits:

• Medical – Prescription Drug – Dental – Vision
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k) with company match
• Disability, life and voluntary insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Profit Sharing
• Internal Career Opportunities

Bongards Creameries is a member owned COOP that has been operating since 1908. We take pride in our agricultural roots and our mission to provide a sustainable market for our patron’s milk. Our vision is to be the best dairy organization and to be an employer of choice in the region. People come to Bongards for a variety of reasons, but they stay because they are valued, listened to and rewarded for their efforts.

If you are interested in this position you can apply by filling out an application in UKG/Ultipro, you must use the desktop website, not the mobile app.  Talk with your local HR representative for any questions.