Predictive Maintenance Technician I

Who we are:

We are an employee-focused organization that promotes from within and are looking for enthusiastic, team-oriented employees to join our growing team. Founded in 1938, Agropur is a top 20 global dairy processor. In addition to being one of the largest award-winning cheese manufacturers, Agropur is a leader in high quality and diverse nutritional whey proteins.Agropur's 10 US-based, SQF Certified plants are behind some of the most prominent food, beverage, and nutrition brands in the industry. Vertically integrated by design, Agropur provides future-forward solutions in the areas of cheese, ingredients, beverages, and custom contract manufacturing services. "Better Dairy. Better World." www.agropur.com

What we offer you:

• Agropur offers its employees a competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package focusing on your physical, financial and emotional health to include the following:

  • Salary 27.12$

  • Two pay increases within a year, up to $1.00

  • Day Shift

  • Health, Dental and Vision options

  • Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts

  • Company paid life insurance, short and long-term disability

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with a 4% company match

  • Tuition Reimbursement Program

  • Health and Wellness Programs to include Wellness Incentives and Employee Assistance Program

  • Opportunities for discretionary bonus' and discretionary 401(k) contributions based on Company financial performance.

  • Paid Time Off Program, Holiday Pay and Bereavement

• An environment that upholds our five core values: Boldness, Collaboration, Communication, Excellence and Integrity

• Opportunities for advancement

• Training programs

• Employee Referral Program

• Community Involvement

• Collect, manage and analyze thermography data, vibration analysis data, and ultra-sonic analysis data.
• Generate reports for corrective actions based on thermography data, vibration analysis data and ultra-sonic analysis data.
• Educate maintenance technicians on predictive, preventive and precision maintenance techniques.
• Complete failure analysis procedures and documentation following equipment failures.
• Generate work orders for corrective action as needed.
• Understand and comply with all Quality Assurance policies, immediately reporting any potential food safety issues to management.

• Work within the MMS (maintenance management system) to assign work orders as needed
• Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Safety Protocol
  • Stop any observed unsafe acts and obey facility safety rules and procedures.
  • Correct or report any observed safety hazards.
  • Support safety policies and programs.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

Education Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Specialized training in the mechanical/technical field, with an emphasis in Industrial Maintenance required.
• Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.

Experience Required:

• Experience: Ideally 3 years in reliability/predictive.

• Experience with Maintenance Management System (MMS) such as Maximo preferred.

• Education: High school diploma + technical/mechanical training.

• Skills: Strong computer and data analysis skills. Ability to work independently. Continuous improvement mindset.

Certification/Licensure Required:

• Category 1 Vibration Analyst Certification (asset)
• Level 1 Thermography Certification (asset)

Skills Required:

• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with managers and colleagues.
• Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Demonstrate excellent organizational skills, establish priorities, ability to multitask, and meet deadlines.
• Good to excellent spelling, grammar, and written communication skills.
• Advanced computer skills with Microsoft Excel, Power Point, Word, Outlook and field-specific software.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively at all levels in a collaborative team environment.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Basic computer skills with Microsoft Excel, Power Point, Word, Outlook and field-specific software.
• Demonstrate functional and technical knowledge, ability to learn new skills quickly, and achieve a high level of accomplishment.
• Ability to extract, analyze, and act on information with limited supervisory input.
• Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and works to maintain constructive working relationships.

AA/EEO - Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.Agropur uses artificial intelligence technology to assist our recruiters in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position.

In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.