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Maintenance Technician

Saputo · White Bear Lake, MN

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Level
Technician
Team
Reliability
Industry
Food & beverage
Posted
8 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level reliability role at Saputo (food & beverage) in White Bear Lake, MN. Drills, files, grinds, and cuts various materials using hand and/or power tools.

Tools it names
Welding, Tooling

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How this role compares

Against 50 other live reliability postings in Minnesota.

Experience asked
Not stated

Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • Team leadership 43%
  • ✓ Welding 29%
  • PLC 29%
  • Automation 24%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for Tooling, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

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This plant: Saputo in White Bear Lake

2 other open roles at this site.

Full description from SaputoAs posted on their careers site.Show

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

  • •Diagnoses malfunctions in machinery and equipment.
  • •Repairs/rebuilds various plant and process equipment including pumps, motors, gearboxes, valves, and other related equipment.
  • •Repairs/rebuilds/replaces hydraulic and pneumatic equipment and understands flow controls.
  • •Understands and troubleshoots Programmable Logic Controllers (Nomenclature, input, output, etc.) Repairs/replaces instrumentation to include level sensors, RTD’s, chart recorders, prox sensors, and photo eyes.
  • •Ability to use a CMMS to process work orders, PM’s and look up inventory and order parts.
  • •Operates forklifts and aerial platforms.
  • •Performs required Preventative Maintenance on plant and process equipment.
  • •Drills, files, grinds, and cuts various materials using hand and/or power tools.
  • •Saws various metals using chop or band saws.
  • •Welds various metals using wire feed, stick, or TIG.
  • •Machines various materials using a mill and/or lathe.
  • •Welds and polishes stainless steel to 3A standards for dairy industry.
  • •Performs electrical troubleshooting on various plant and process equipment including amp and voltage readings, testing fuses, and understanding electrical prints.
  • •Repairs/replaces electrical components to include fuses, relays, transformers, wiring and other related equipment.
  • •Starts, stops, adjusts, and troubleshoots the ammonia system. Replaces/repairs ammonia equipment as needed.
  • •Possesses a working knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.
  • •Repairs HVAC systems and controls.
  • •Repairs, inspects, replaces door systems to include closures, strikes, fire doors, overhead doors, roll-up doors, and man doors.
  • •Plumbing to include repairing/replacing fixtures, clearing clogs, piping, and repairing water heaters.

In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre , Stella, and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors.

Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

Accessibility

Saputo Cheese USA Inc. endeavors to make Saputo.com/careers accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Human Resources at 214-863-2300 or email us.recruitingsupport@saputo.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

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