Come and Grow with Dole!
We are hiring Maintenance Technicians for 1st and 3rd Shift - We offer a great benefits package and opportunities to grow and hone your skills!
Who We Are
Dole Fresh Vegetables is leader in the food production industry and is known for the great care we take with customers and employees alike. We are based in Springfield, Ohio and we produce ready-to-eat salads and related products.
Why You Want to Apply!
- These are direct hire positions with benefits effective day 1 of employment!
- Pay starts at $24.50- 35.07/ hour based on experience and position title offered.
- You get on-the-job training opportunities.
- You get chances to move and grow within the organization.
- You get to work within an organization that believes that every person we work with should have the opportunity to learn and develop their skills. That’s why we encourage and support the growth and development of our employees and, wherever possible, look to fill positions by promotion and transfer from within the company.
The Team Members We’re Looking For
At Dole our employees are the cornerstone of our success and we are looking for dynamic individuals to join our team. We have an excellent opportunity for multiple Maintenance Technicians ranging in skill sets from apprentices to master mechanics, at our Dole Fresh Vegetables manufacturing facility in Springfield, Ohio.
In these positions you would be responsible for repairing and maintaining processing and packaging equipment used within the facility. You would also inspect equipment for proper functioning and performs preventative maintenance duties per manufacturer's specifications. You may support repairs and installations for other advanced production/manufacturing equipment. You will diagnose equipment malfunctions and makes repairs or adjustments as needed.
Our work environment is unique. This position requires continuous work near cold, noise, and chemicals. The work in this position requires frequent lifting, climbing, standing, walking, crouching, squatting, bending and kneeling. The position may require weekend and/or holiday work.
As a Maintenance Technician, these are some of the things you’d do during the course of the day:
- Repair electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical equipment.
- Maintain and operate Hayssen packaging equipment or equivalent. Troubleshooting and repairs of Ishida & Yamato scales
- Experienced with HVAC systems.
- Ability to maintain and operate chlorine and ammonia systems.
- Install 460V motors, starters, and disconnects.
- Install control circuits, panels, and program PLC’s.
- TIG weld stainless steel in a sanitary environment.
- Perform Preventative Maintenance Work
- Perform breakdown analysis.
- Oversee or perform general housekeeping
- Upgrade production lines with new/upgraded equipment/technology
- Direct activities of outside contractors working on assigned line
- Change line for package changeovers
- Enforce GMP, safety, food safety, and audit standards
- Work independently under limited supervision (self-management)
- Documentation of work schedule and work tasks completed
- Build and install various types of equipment and fixtures
- Assist on any other project or job assigned by Maintenance Supervisors.
- Willing to work weekends and overtime as necessary
- Conduct yourself in a "team spirit of cooperation" throughout the company
What You’ll Need to Start
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Experience in a food processing environment helpful but not required - we will train
What Will Help You Do Well in this Role
- 1-5 years experience as a maintenance mechanic/technician or a strong mechanical aptitude.
- Understanding of the hazards of ammonia and chlorine refrigeration systems.
- Knowledge of basic concepts, practices, and procedures in food manufacturing preferred.
- Electrical safety training.
- Basic working knowledge of electrical components used in processing and packaging systems like transformers, motors, motor controls, instruments, electrical protection devices.
- Ability to furnish and use hand tools normally expected of Electrician/Mechanical technicians.
- Ability to obtain working understanding of a CMMS system and document work completed, assign time and parts to proper WO.
- Good working knowledge of conveyor systems, packaging machinery, pumps, gear reduction boxes, dicers, and other processing machinery.
- Working knowledge of GMP’s within a food manufacturing facility.
- Basic computer navigation or HMI, CMMS, access procedure folder on network, and E-mail proficiency.
- Language Skills – Ability to read, analyze, and interpret equipment schematics, drawings, manufacturer’s literature, and technical procedures. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from supervisors and managers.
If you think this job fits what you’re looking, take a few minutes and apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.
