Job Description
Job Description
Join a team that nourishes life from farm to table! Upstate Niagara Cooperative, proudly owned by 200+ local family farms, is one of America’s largest and most stable dairy cooperatives. Guided by farmer- and employee-led values, we process and market high-quality milk, yogurt, dips, sour cream, cottage cheese, and more under our trusted brands : Upstate Farms®, Bison®, Milk for Life®, and Intense Milk®. Here, you’ll support sustainable farming, strong communities, and the mission to deliver fresh, local dairy to families every day.
Job Summary :
Maintenance Technician is responsible for repairing, troubleshooting high speed processing / packaging equipment, preventative maintenance, installing, systems and utilities within a 24 / 7 continuous Dairy Food Processing Facility. Must be a team member that ensures line efficiency goals are met.
Work Schedule & Career Growth :
This position follows a 10-hour shift schedule with rotating workdays throughout the week . We are currently hiring for both 2nd Shift (2 : 00 PM – 12 : 30 AM) and 3rd Shift (10 : 00 PM – 8 : 30 AM) . Weekend availability is required.
As part of our commitment to continuous improvement, Maintenance Mechanics participate in a skills assessment every six months . These evaluations focus on technical proficiency, safety practices, and equipment knowledge. Based on performance and demonstrated mastery, employees may be eligible for a merit-based raise . This program is designed to recognize growth and reward excellence in the field.
Duties & Responsibilities :
Experience & Education Requirements :
Work Environment :
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, risk of electrical shock and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and / or humid conditions; high precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; extreme cold and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.
Compensation Structure :
Ongoing Evaluation :
Upstate Niagara Cooperative, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.
Maintenance Technician • Batavia, NY, US