Pacific Cheese

Overview

Pacific Cheese, a family-owned company for over 50 years, is seeking a Maintenance Technician - Fabricator for their South Reno location. This role focuses on ensuring operational efficiency and reliability through project work and permanent fixes for equipment and system issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute projects to improve equipment reliability and operational efficiency.
• Diagnose root causes of recurring issues and develop long-lasting, effective solutions.
• Leverage technical expertise to fabricate, weld, or perform electrical work as needed to support repairs and upgrades.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate solutions seamlessly into operations.
• Accurately document all work performed using company-approved tools and technology.
• Develop clear, sustainable instructions for implemented solutions, ensuring ease of use and longevity.
• Provide training and guidance to team members to enhance understanding and adoption of improvements.
• Complete all assigned work orders accurately and in a timely manner.
• Document repairs, parts used, and labor hours in the maintenance management system.
• Communicate the status and outcomes of work orders effectively to relevant stakeholders.
• Assist in the execution of scheduled preventative maintenance tasks to minimize downtime and extend equipment lifespan.
• Identify opportunities to improve preventative maintenance procedures for increased efficiency and reliability.
• Respond to calls for assistance on equipment issues, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and production impact.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to address immediate needs while minimizing disruptions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or associate degree in a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in industrial maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Proficiency in fabrication, welding, or electrical work is a plus.
• Must be experienced working with computers and have the ability to learn, navigate and use designated software programs.
• Ability to work effectively in a multi-tasking work environment and prioritize workload.
• Must be able to work independently and interact positively with others.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, blueprints, and procedure manuals.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with production operators in a positive manner.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• PTO
• 401k

Additional Information

• Schedule: Tuesday to Saturday starting at 4:00AM (flexible with start time).
• Employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is regularly exposed to airborne particles.
• Work is normally performed in a warehouse/production type atmosphere where the temperature is as low as 32 degrees.