About this role
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Gain hands-on exposure to dairy and fluid milk processing operations and maintenance activities.
- Contribute to engineering projects, including equipment upgrades, process improvements, and automation initiatives.
- Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to troubleshoot technical issues and develop effective solutions.
- Monitor and track preventive maintenance tasks to ensure accurate scheduling, data integrity, timely completion, and adherence to preventive maintenance plans.
- Utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) Site utilizes MP2 PM program to manage work orders and identify opportunities.
- Enhance the site’s LOTO program utilizing Brady 360 software.
- Update plant layout, electrical, and mechanical drawings to reflect equipment changes, utility modifications, and process improvements; manage revision control and documentation in accordance with site standards.
- Track and report progress on plant compliance and regulatory requirements, ensuring accurate scheduling and timely completion of tasks related to IIAR ammonia safety standards, Department of Environmental Protection requirements, and other applicable regulations.
- Participate in safety and compliance audits and assist in implementing corrective actions to maintain regulatory compliance and operational excellence.
- Assist with daily facility operations on off shifts- provide back up when needed.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university pursuing or holding a degree in Engineering or a related field.
- 2 to 4 years MRO (maintenance, repair, and overhaul), manufacturing, or related work experience
- Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with compliance software, industrial automation, CMMS, and CAD tools is a plus.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Skill in organization and prioritization
- Able to coordinate a high-level of activity
- Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
- Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Able to follow directions and meet deadlines
- Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision
- Able to understand the basic types of controls used in the plant and how they affect the process
- Must be able to read, write and speak English
An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans
Other facts
About Dairy Farmers of America
At Dairy Farmers of America, our 19,000 employees work with one goal in mind – to bring value to our family farm-owners.
As a farmer-owned cooperative, DFA offers rewarding jobs across the nation in a variety of fields, including manufacturing, accounting, communications, marketing, economics, on-farm field services, and more.
We value our employees and reward them with competitive benefits, a supportive working environment, and growth opportunities. We capitalize on the strengths of each individual and ensure that each employee is challenged in their role. Through Dairy University, employees receive online training and job enhancement, classes. Employees also have the opportunity to grow within DFA.
We also want our employees to live a healthy lifestyle and offer a health and wellness program that provides access to online classes and materials tailored to help our employees make healthier choices, as well as an Employee Assistance Program that helps employees with legal and health issues, such as advice on parenting or stress management, and free counseling sessions.
At DFA, we understand that our employees provide value within our organization and in our community. We cultivate a culture of openness, transparency, and integrity where employees are encouraged to voice their opinions and share their ideas. We also believe we have a responsibility to give back the communities in which we operate and work to do so through the DFA Cares Foundation.
Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. is an equal employment employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans, and disabled individuals.
What you'll do
- The Maintenance Planner will gain hands-on exposure to dairy processing operations and contribute to engineering projects. They will collaborate with teams to troubleshoot issues, monitor preventive maintenance tasks, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
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