Job Information
Dairy Farmers of America Production Maintenance Technician in Bridgeton, New Jersey
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
Cumberland Dairy has immediate job openings for skilled plant Maintenance Technicians responsible for the care and maintenance of electro-mechanical equipment. This position ensures the continued operation of machinery and equipment in an electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic capacity by completing planned and unplanned maintenance requirements on production, packaging, processing equipment and utility systems.
Cumberland Dairy is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a dairy marketing cooperative owned by more than 12,500 family farmers. Our mark matters and it represents the wholesomeness of dairy that we share with our communities and loved ones. DFA manufactures a variety of dairy products, including cheese, butter, fluid milk, ice cream, dairy ingredients and more, under well-known and established regional brands. Our fingerprints touch thousands of brands across the marketplace, and we’re passionate about delivering the simple pleasures of dairy to people everywhere, straight from our family farm-owners. At Cumberland Dairy, we produce millions of gallons of ultra-pasteurized, refrigerated, extended shelf-life products annually and are proud to provide families with fresh, delicious dairy.
By joining DFA, you can help us continue to make a difference that matters. We care deeply about the well-being of our neighbors and friends, and we celebrate the diversity of our company and our world. It takes an incredible team to deliver the goodness of dairy and enrich our communities – come join us!
SCHEDULE: Weekly Sunday - Wednesday (12-hour shifts)
Day Shift Schedule 6am-6:30pm
BENEFITS:
401(k) with company contribution
Competitive pay
Paid vacation and holidays
Career growth opportunities – we promote from within!
Comprehensive healthcare benefits
Service recognition and employee appreciation events
Employee referral program
Tuition reimbursement
Uniforms provided
Work for dairy farm families
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS:
High school diploma or GED required
Three years of experience required in a maintenance role within a manufacturing facility
Black Seal, High Pressure Boiler License preferred, preferably food and beverage industry
Minimum one year experience with one or more technical experiences: Electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic, computer-controlled equipment, PLC and/or HVAC
Minimum one year experience with a variety of equipment including lubricating, cleaning, material handling, motor control, relay control, process control and packaging equipment
Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings including drug, background, and criminal checks
Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Must be able to read, speak, and write in English
Must be able to legibly write entries for record keeping
Must be able to handle basic hand tools
Must be able to stand, walk, kneel and bend required for virtually the entire shift; occasionally required to climb or balance
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds with capabilities to lift up to 80 pounds
Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime, weekends, and holiday
An Equal Opportunity Employer