What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Technician position at Organic Valley?
Location – This is an onsite role that works at the McMinnville Creamery in McMinnville, OR. The shift/hours are 6:00pm-4:30am. This position will work four 10 hour shifts during the work week.
Employee Type – Hourly
Bonus Eligibility – No
Safety Sensitive – Yes
If a company is going to make a difference in today’s world, it’s going to have to think differently. At Organic Valley, our philosophy and decisions are based on the health and welfare of people, animals and the earth. We’re a mission-driven cooperative, owned by family farmers, and we’ve been leaders in organic agriculture from the very beginning. Once pioneers of organic agriculture, we’re now an established leader. Organic is all we do. We are driven by our mission to promote regional farm diversity and economic stability by the means of organic agricultural methods and the sale of certified organic products.
Summary Of Role
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintenance of the facilities processing equipment, boilers, chiller refrigeration, HVAC , wastewater treatment, building and grounds, . This role is also responsible for assisting the Maintenance Lead and Manager with projects, troubleshooting issues, ensure preventative maintenance (PM)’s, work orders (WO), work request (WR) are documented correctly, completed and passed on for verification. This position promotes collaboration and teamwork within the Maintenance Department. This role is people and food safety sensitive.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
This position also receives a $1.00 per hour shift premium between the hours of 6pm and 6am, and a $1.00 per hour shift premium on Saturdays and Sundays. This hourly wage range is exclusive of fringe benefits. The compensation package may also include incentive compensation opportunities in the form of discretionary bonuses. If you are hired at CROPP, your final base hourly wage compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills, education, and/or experience. Additionally, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider the internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer. Please keep in mind that entry-level candidates to this role should expect to be at the lower end of the hourly wage range and hiring at the maximum of the hourly wage range is not typical.
Benefits
We believe when our people are strong, our mission is strong. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive and holistic Total Rewards package meant to strengthen employees’ and their family's total wellbeing. Here are some of the great benefits offered:
Employee Type – Hourly
Bonus Eligibility – No
Safety Sensitive – Yes
If a company is going to make a difference in today’s world, it’s going to have to think differently. At Organic Valley, our philosophy and decisions are based on the health and welfare of people, animals and the earth. We’re a mission-driven cooperative, owned by family farmers, and we’ve been leaders in organic agriculture from the very beginning. Once pioneers of organic agriculture, we’re now an established leader. Organic is all we do. We are driven by our mission to promote regional farm diversity and economic stability by the means of organic agricultural methods and the sale of certified organic products.
Summary Of Role
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintenance of the facilities processing equipment, boilers, chiller refrigeration, HVAC , wastewater treatment, building and grounds, . This role is also responsible for assisting the Maintenance Lead and Manager with projects, troubleshooting issues, ensure preventative maintenance (PM)’s, work orders (WO), work request (WR) are documented correctly, completed and passed on for verification. This position promotes collaboration and teamwork within the Maintenance Department. This role is people and food safety sensitive.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Perform maintenance on stainless equipment, including welding preferred.
- Utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to complete PM’s, WO’s and WR’s generated daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, semi-annually, annually, by hours and 2-year timely and properly per the instructions.
- Monitor and assist with routine maintenance on various pumps and valves within the creamery.
- Assist with routine maintenance of laboratory equipment.
- Perform electrical maintenance, as appropriate for ability under direction of Lead or Manager.
- Request for parts and supplies needed in written form vis email or through CMMS
- Perform general carpentry in compliance with building codes, FDA and USDA standards.
- Operation andmanage wastewater Dissolved Air Filtration system to be in compliance within the wastewater discharge permit.
- Follow safety, quality assurance and other company policies and practices required as an employee of this company.
- Assist the Maintenance Manager or Lead with selecting contract help for equipment, electrical and building repair, as needed.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
- Two-year technical degree in maintenance trade or at least three years of experience with electrical and mechanical maintenance preferred.
- Ability to frequently lift/carry up to 60 lbs, occasional lift up to 80 lbs with assistance, and ability to push/pull objects up to 2500 lbs using material handling devices. Must be able to lift and carry 60 pounds on an occasional basis.
- Ability to frequently bend, twist/turn, reach above shoulders, and climb throughout shift as needed.
- Ability to work in an environment that includes: confined spaces, chemicals, hot spaces, noisy spaces, and working at heights with the appropriate personal protective equipment.
- Verbal and written communication skills; ability to follow instructions and to clearly express ideas in a concise and professional manner.
- Experience with operating Powered Industrial Equipment: forklifts, scissor lift, boom lift and associated fall equipment.
- Knowledge of ladder logic computer controls preferred.
- Experience and knowledge of electrical and mechanical maintenance in a production/ manufacturing environment preferred.
- Basic computer skills required, with experience in Microsoft suite, data entry and Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
- Ability to work holidays, days, nights, weekends, and overtime as needed.
- Understanding of Pasteurize Milk Ordinance & Good Manufacturing Practice’s preferred.
- Experience with boiler, HVAC, refrigeration, process equipment, VFD’s maintenance and repair preferred.
- Ability to organize, prioritize workload, and multitask.
- Knowledge of Pasteurize Milk Ordinance (PMO) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) preferred.
- Basic understanding of plumbing and electrical codes and regulatory standards preferred.
- Ability to work in a team environment and work independently.
This position also receives a $1.00 per hour shift premium between the hours of 6pm and 6am, and a $1.00 per hour shift premium on Saturdays and Sundays. This hourly wage range is exclusive of fringe benefits. The compensation package may also include incentive compensation opportunities in the form of discretionary bonuses. If you are hired at CROPP, your final base hourly wage compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills, education, and/or experience. Additionally, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider the internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer. Please keep in mind that entry-level candidates to this role should expect to be at the lower end of the hourly wage range and hiring at the maximum of the hourly wage range is not typical.
Benefits
We believe when our people are strong, our mission is strong. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive and holistic Total Rewards package meant to strengthen employees’ and their family's total wellbeing. Here are some of the great benefits offered:
- Comprehensive Health Insurance - Choice of plans for you and your family, including some that can be paired with an HSA (which CROPP contributes to on your behalf)
- Supplemental insurances: we offer accidental insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity insurance.
- Time Off – 136 hours in the 1st year of employment prorated by start date. Plus 9 paid holidays, plus one floating holiday to use at will.
- 6 Weeks Paid Parental Leave – For all gendered partners in childbirth or adoption.
- Vision & Dental Insurance – Free annual eye exam, discounts on glasses/contacts, flexible dental network, adult ortho.
- 401k – We match 100% up to the first 3% of an employee’s contribution, and then 50% for 3.1%-5.0% of employee contributions.
- Free services at five local Neighborhood Family Clinics.
- Tuition Reimbursement – Up to $1,500 per year to support continuing higher education.
- Life Insurance - $50,000 policy funded by CROPP for each employee. Supplemental voluntary coverage available for employees, spouses, and children.
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability/AD&D Insurance - $50,000 of life insurance coverage of $50,000 of AD&D coverage funded by CROPP for each employee.
- Employee Assistance Program - Free and Confidential for employees, spouses, and dependents.
- Free biometric screenings (cholesterol, glucose, blood pressure) and health coaching.
- Financial advisors and seminars
- Annual $360 Lifestyle Spending Account
- $65 monthly massage/chiropractic reimbursement
Salary : $360 - $1,500
