Maintenance Coordinator - Proliant Dairy Ingredients - Melrose, MN

Proliant Dairy Ingredients is committed to providing the best dairy ingredient options for enhancing the value and effectiveness of our partners’ products. We value quality in all we do; it is who we are.

The Maintenance Coordinator is a hands-on maintenance role responsible for supporting the reliable and efficient operation of the plant while coordinating key maintenance systems and activities. This role is ideal for an individual with a strong maintenance background and informal leadership experience who enjoys solving problems and working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, while maintaining maintenance support systems to keep the plant running efficiently.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

• High School Diploma or GED (Associate trade degree a plus)
• Strong troubleshooting skills in a manufacturing environment
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Preferred

• Manufacturing maintenance experience 2-4 years on maintaining and troubleshooting equipment.

Knowledge & Skills

• Organized in tracking multiple tasks, schedules, and projects at once
• Experience using computer programs to log work and parts, and to track inventory
• Basic understanding of tools, building systems, and/or machinery
• Motors, pumps, conveyors, bearings, gearboxes, and valves
• Electrical safety and Lockout/Tagout procedures
• Troubleshooting and root cause analysis
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a production environment

JOB DUTIES:

• Create, assign, and track repair work orders and preventative maintenance from start to finish using logs or digital tracking system accurately
• Order replacement parts, tools, and supplies while tracking and maintaining inventory tracking system
• Plan routine checkups, fix urgent problems and minimize production downtime
• Support the Plant Manager and Maintenance Supervisor with scheduling and overseeing outside contractor repairs and maintenance tasks
• Troubleshoot and repair industrial equipment and production systems
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on equipment and utilities
• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot motors, drives, pumps, valves, and control systems
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals
• Supporting automation and control systems troubleshooting
• Assist with facility maintenance and equipment improvements
• Supervise and coordinate employee training, as needed
• Follow all food safety, quality, and safety requirements
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives
• Serve as back-up to the Maintenance Supervisor, as needed
• Perform other maintenance duties as assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to operate all plant and office equipment necessary to accomplish job duties
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull equipment and materials as needed
• Ability to work weekends, overtime, and occasional call-ins as required
• Ability to operate lifts and other maintenance-related equipment safely
• Ability to operate industrial equipment such as hand wrenches, welders, power tools, cutting torch, and tape measure
• Ability to drive and maintain a valid driver license
• Ability to utilize basic math skills, including a variety of calculations
• Ability to legibly document data for record keeping purposes
• Ability to read and record data from various gauge
• Analytical ability related to complex information and problem solving
• Ability to implement all safety procedures in accordance with established policies and procedures
• Ability to understand and communicate technical information through use of written documentation or oral presentation
• Knowledge of organizational methods and ability to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously
• Ability to recognize food safety violations or product quality issues and resolve immediately or, if unable to resolve, notify Plant Manager and/or the Quality Control Supervisor
• Ability to assist other work-related areas as requested

Why Join Proliant?

• Competitive pay: starting at $30/hour, with opportunity for a higher starting rate based on applicable maintenance experience, technical skills, certifications, and overall qualifications
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Stable and growing company
• Opportunities for advancement
• Team-focused culture committed to safety and continuous improvement

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS:

• A choice of three quality affordable healthcare coverage options
• Vision coverage
• Dental coverage
• Health savings account with employer contribution/flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off starting at 3 week/annual and 9 paid holidays

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation due to a disability at any stage of the employment application process should contact human resources (515)-829-2378.

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of the job duties and requirements associated with this job but is intended to represent an accurate reflection of the current job.