Valve Specialist, Maintenance Walton, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=261+Delaware+Street+Walton+NY+USA+13856) Job TypeFull-timeDescription· Perform all work related to the Periodic Program inspections, cleaning and preventive activities, including, but it is not limited to disassembling valves and pumps to replace gaskets, o-rings, seal kits, disassembling and assembling HTST plates set, etc. · Record, monitor and track results of activities, spare parts usage, cost, status of replaced parts to assess and make recommendations of changes in the program- frequency, material of parts, etc.· Tracks KPI’s defined for the activities such as times of completion, downtime, delays and participates in the solutions for achieving goals· Lead resource supporting and coordinating activities by working together with stakeholders – production maintenance and sanitation· Participates actively in the investigations and follows up on actions and investigations related to foreign material contamination when related the periodic inspections.· Reports to the Sanitation Manager deviations in the process and equipment that impact the implementation of the activities· Support the sanitation manager with the needed information to define projects for the Capital Investment Plan and the budget. · Spearhead continuous improvement projects in this area (pumps and valves). Conduct cross departmental auditing and training.· Support the sanitation team (and other areas as needed) with training and coaching in valves, pumps, etc· Support the sanitation training plan and JSM development activities related to his function· Support the sanitation manager with charts and sanitation paperwork review.· Support the area by providing input for internal and external audits and follow up to closure of deviations applicable to the activities of the role· Produce a safe quality product and maintain a clean work environment by complying with all State, Federal and Lactalis GMP policies and regulations. · Champion safety and reinforce the safety of other employees including by identifying issues and problems, taking corrective action and monitoring the corrective action.· Work effectively and cooperatively with team/work group or those outside the formal line of authority (e.g. peers, managers) to accomplish organizational goals; taking actions that respect the needs and contributions of others; contributing to and accepting the consensus. · Perform assignments in a safe and environmentally responsible manner (i.e. Minimize impact on the environment). Support and participate in plant safety and environmental initiatives to reduce loss and promote sustainability.· Other duties as assigned by maintenance manager.Requirements· Education- o Associate’s degree or higherPreferred o Highschool diploma can be considered based on experience· Experience – o 3 years minimum experience in manufacturing facilitieso 1 year experience in dairy production, food or similar industries (e.g. pharmaceuticals)· Specialized knowledge – o Valves and pumps knowledge requiredo General knowledge of dairy equipment preferred – HTST, packaging machines· Skills/Abilities – o Effective and proficient communicator, both written and verbalo Able to manage time through efficient planning and organizing of daily work.o Proactive, flexible, analytical, and attentive to detailSalary Description$32.59 - $34.57
