Reliability Technician

Leprinos’ history dates back over 75 years, when Jim Leprino first started making small batches of mozzarella for local markets and eateries in the Little Italy neighborhood of Denver. We’ve grown a bit since then. Today, Leprino is the largest manufacturer of mozzarella and lactose in the world, and a leading producer of whey protein. Still owned by Jim and the Leprino family, our sights are set to be the “World’s Best Dairy Food and Ingredient Company.” To help us achieve that daring vision, we’re looking for our secret ingredient: You - A motivated individual who is the best at what you do. Three people in a small corner grocery store in the early 1950s have now grown to over 4,300 employees throughout 16 global locations. Will you join us on our journey?

Job Summary: The Reliability Technician is responsible for performing preventative maintenance The Reliability Technician I works closely with the maintenance technicians and production teams to determine potential equipment downtime and to implement preventative solutions. This position participates on the hazmat response team. 

The Greeley Team is seeking a Reliability Technician to help us achieve our goals.

We Ask Of You To: 

• • Trouble shoot equipment to discover root cause, implement solution, and validate corrective actions.   

  • Continuous improvement projects and activities. 

  • Training and developing maintenance best practices and technical skills. 

  • Use predictive tools including vibration analysis, thermal imaging, oil analysis results, and ultra-sonic to complete assigned work orders and to troubleshoot equipment. 

  • Perform basic thermography routes using thermal imagering camera.  

  • Identify potentual failures using thermal imaging.  

  • Perform basic ultra sonic leak detection area inspections.

  • Follow company’s good manufacturing practices. Maintain housekeeping in area and maintain 5S standards.

  • This position is responsible and accountable to ensure product meets food safety, regulatory, and quality requirements by following the Food Safety Plan, Quality Plan, and company policies.

   

 
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 

• Must be a minimum of 18 years old. 

• Must be able to speak, read, and write the English language. 

• Must be able to work rotating shifts, off-shifts, weekends, holidays, and required overtime to support a 24 hour/7 day operation. 

• Must be able to work 12.5 hour scheduled shifts. 

• Ability to repeatedly lift throughout the entire shift meeting minimal lift requirements. 

• Ability to access elevated work areas such as climbing ladders/stairs and work at extreme heights. 

• Ability to understand and apply standard operating procedures. 

• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment and comply with all applicable safety practices. 

• Ability to maintain a clean work area according to good manufacturing processes. 

• Ability to stand, kneel, and walk for extended periods of time. 

• Ability to work in hot, humid, and cold areas and tight spaces.  

• Ability to use hand tools. 

• Good communication skills to communicate with co-workers and oncoming/outgoing shifts. 

• Skills to perform basic and intermediate mathematical calculations. 

• Lifting Requirements: 

• 75 lbs from Floor to 72" 

• Daily Stair climbing 

Preferred Qualifications (Education & Experience):    

• At least two years experience in a similar role   

• Associates or two-year degree in a maintenance related field   

• Experience with electrical, mechanical, pneumatics, electrical controls, and schematic reading

• Knowledge of valves and mechanical processes 

• Dairy/food manufacturing experience; knowledge of government and industrial regulations (e.g. PSM, OSHA, and USDA)   

• Computer proficiency in email, internet Microsoft Office software, and computerized maintenance management systems (e.g. SAP, Maximo) 

We Offer You In Return: 

At Leprino, starting compensation for this role typically ranges between $25.75-29.61 per hour. 

• The opportunity to join a company that will invest in you for the long-term. Leprino could not be where it is today without our incredible workforce. That is why we share in our success together by rewarding you for your hard work. Hiring people who are in it for the long run with Leprino is our goal. Through competitive wage, healthcare benefits, tuition assistance, vacation, holiday, and sick time, matching 401(k), incentives, and our annual Profit-Sharing plan – Leprino hires to retire.  

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