Mechanical Engineering Technician

We’re looking for a highly experienced Mechanical Engineering Technician to join us in a Full-Time role to assist with the operations at our Dairy Facility. You will be able to operate, maintain, install and assemble a range of milk processing and other related equipment. As a member of a full-time rotating shift crew (12 hour shifts; Monday to Thursday; day shift &night shift), you will have a positive attitude, strong work ethic and can do attitude.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Operate, monitor and maintain the pasteuriser and mechanical manufacturing equipment to achieve quality, food safety and product specifications
2. closely monitor dairy production process and mechanical equipment performance in accordance to SOPs
3. accurately prepare and maintain all area operational records, technical documentation and paperwork for processing and mechanical systems
4. monitor processing parameters fats, total solids allergen extraneous water and other related items as they associate with processing dairy products to ensure correct mechanical equipment processing
5. troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties associated with the processing equipment
6. verify all equipment charts including frequency pen, cut in/cut out temperatures and product recording temperature
7. analyse process data and equipment performance data to improve quality, throughput and equipment reliability and assist in troubleshooting equipment issues
8. identify and communicate mechanical faults and operational issues affecting equipment performance and production processes as they arise
9. operate, inspect and clean/sanitise equipment with a sense of urgency to ensure efficient mechanical systems, maximise throughput and minimise downtime
10. maintain communication with other departments, management and employees and notify them of any equipment problems and or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production

Required skills:

Advance Diploma or equivalent in relevant field

At least 3 years of relevant experience in similar industry

Salary Range:

$76,500 to $85,000 excluding superannuation