Plant Maintenance Mechanics - Dairy Manufacturing
Company: CRYSTAL CREAMERY INC
Location: Modesto
Posted on: January 20, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description We are looking for some great
Plant Maintenance Mechanics for our Plant in Modesto. Pay based on
experience from $31.00 to $ 35.00 a hour plus Employer Paid Medical
benefits at 100% for you and your family. Crystal Creamery is
currently hiring a Plant Maintenance Mechanic with an aptitude in
controls and electrical knowledge for our Modesto Manufacturing
Facility. This position is responsible for the care and maintenance
of all property and production assets in a safe, sanitary, and
efficient condition. The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for
staying up to date on new products, equipment, technology, and
techniques. Job Requirements Troubleshoot, operate, maintain,
calibrate, and repair various types of electronic, electric,
pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment. · Test, troubleshoot, repair,
and maintain equipment and systems throughout the facility. ·
Perform routine and major maintenance on filling, packaging and
associated auxiliary equipment. · Maintain power, process controls,
electrical equipment, and control equipment. · Assemble, install,
test, and maintain instrumentation, electrical or electronic
wiring, equipment, apparatuses, and fixtures, using hand and power
tools. · Diagnose malfunctioning systems, equipment and components
using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of the
breakdown and correct the problem. · Connect wires to circuit
breakers, transformers, or other components. · Inspect electrical
systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects,
and the need for adjustments or repair, and to ensure compliance
with codes. · Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in
electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures using testing devices
such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and frequency generators. ·
Understand and maintain equipment documentation (blueprints,
schematics, line diagrams, technical manuals, operation manuals)
and serve as the facility technical resource in their review and
use. · Other tasks as required. · Ensure operation of machinery and
mechanical equipment by completing maintenance requirements (both
planned and unplanned) on production, packaging, processing
equipment, and utility systems (to provide a continuous supply of
heat, steam, cooling, electrical, power, gas, or air required for
operations). · Inspect on a routine basis, the facility’s
electrical equipment, wiring, fixtures, and other components to
ensure they remain functional and are up to code, as well as to
identify any hazards or issues. · Repair electrical systems,
wiring, circuit breakers, equipment, and other components so that
they remain at full functioning capacity. · Determine the reasons
for any malfunctions of systems or components and create a
maintenance or repair plan to solve the problem. · Complete work
orders in a timely manner maintaining high quality standards. · Use
a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters, and material
handling equipment in performing duties. · Maintain communication
with other departments, management and employees and notify them of
any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of
production. · Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear,
legible, and accurate format, and completed with required
information. Ensure all required information is documented in
accordance with SOP’s. · Utilizing continuous improvement mindset,
assisting in identifying opportunities to improve processes. ·
Follow Good Manufacturing Practices. · Maintain a clean, sanitary,
and safe work area. · Follow all required work safe practices. This
would include lockout-tagout requirements and wearing of all
required PPE in designated areas, confined space safety, safe
chemical handling, fall restraints, etc. · Responsible for food
safety, prerequisite programs, and food quality related to
designated area. · Report any food safety and food quality related
issues to management immediately. · Perform other duties as
assigned. Position Requirements: · High School Diploma or
equivalent preferred. · Must have 3 to 5 years’ relevant experience
in Fluid Manufacturing. · Formal Engineering/Maintenance Training
desired · Experience with one or more technical experiences:
Electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic, computer-controlled
equipment, PLC, and HVAC · Experience with a variety of equipment
including lubricating, cleaning, material handling, motor control,
relay control, process control and packaging equipment. ·
Professional experience with ammonia refrigeration systems
preferred. · Ability to inspect equipment, recognize potential
problems and independently take appropriate corrective action to
prevent component failures or equipment down time. · Must be able
to stand, walk, kneel and bend required for virtually the entire
shift. · Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally. · Must
be able to work in a wet environment with moderate to high noise
volume. · Must be willing to work flexible hours including
overtime, weekends, and holidays. · Be able to effectively work in
a team environment. · Effective verbal and written communication
skills. · Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. · Must be
able to pass all pre-employment screens (including drug,
background, and criminal checks). Crystal Creamery is an Equal
Employment opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We do not
discriminate on the basis of race, traits historically associated
with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and
protective hairstyles (such as braids, locks, and twists), color,
national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, physical disability,
mental disability, medical condition as defined by applicable state
law (including cancer and predisposing genetic characteristics in
California), genetic information, marital status, familial status,
sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy,
childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation
(actual or perceived), transgender status, sex stereotyping, age,
military or veteran status, domestic violence or sexual assault
victim status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. To
apply please visit www.crystalcreamery.com Compensation details:
31-35 Hourly Wage PI7c9aee63c47e-25405-39486027
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