Parts Room Attendant

For our state-of-the art 600+ person Lubbock, TX cheese and whey manufacturing facility, Leprino is seeking a Parts Room Attendance (night shift).

Leprino Foods broke ground on the $1 billion facility in the summer of 2022. The plant will become operational in 2025 with Phase 1 and will become fully operational by 2026

This position pays $23 per hour. There is an additional $1 differential for hours worked between 6pm and 6am. Weekly pay. 

Summary Description:

The Parts Room Attendant is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory control records; performing staging of items for maintenance and production personnel; and maintaining 5S standards.  Duties may vary by shift to include:  receiving of incoming orders; shipping of equipment for repairs; and data entry.

All other duties as assigned.

Job Duties (Accountability Categories and Essential Functions/Key Responsibilities): 

NOTE: The job may include other "non-essential" responsibilities and duties that are not listed on this form.

• Track inventory accurately including data entry, inventory counts, and incoming/outgoing parts records.  Material receipt data entry and storage and work order staging.
• Ship parts for repair and track status of repairs.
• Pick-up parts from vendors by driving company truck.
• Communicate effectively with co-workers, team leads, and supervisors.
• Move parts by operating forklift.
• Follow company's good manufacturing and safety policies and procedures. Maintain housekeeping in area, implement and maintain 5S standards.
• Perform work in a safe manner by following safety procedures and policies, critical safety rules, and expected standard conduct.
• This position is responsible and accountable to ensure product meets food safety, regulatory, and quality requirements by following the Food Safety Plan, Quality Plan, and company policies.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience:

• Must be 18 years of age
• Must be able to speak, read, write, and comprehend basic English language
• Ability to evaluate and identify mechanical conditions
• Ability to access elevated work areas such as climbing ladders/stairs
• Basic math skills to be able to perform mathematical functions
• Ability to understand and apply standard operating procedures
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment and comply with all applicable safety practices
• Ability to maintain a clean work area according to good manufacturing processes; and have good communication skills to communicate with co-workers and oncoming/outgoing shifts
• Must possess a current and valid driver's license
• Basic knowledge of utility equipment, process equipment, and general parts information; prior parts inventory experience; proficient skills in data entry, email, internet, Microsoft Office software, and computerized maintenance management systems (e.g. SAP) and Maximo.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience:

• Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred
• Forklift ceritifcation is preferred
• A two year degree in a maintenance related field or equivalent industrial maintenance experience
• Dairy/food manufacturing experience
• Knowledge of government and industrial regulations (e.g. OSHA and USDA)

Offering you in return: 

A chance to be part of a global team of individuals passionate about producing and delivering high-quality products that help feed and nourish families around the world. Leprino Foods could not be where it is today without our incredible employees. That is why we share in our success together by rewarding you for your hard work. Hiring great people who are in it for the long run is our goal. Through competitive salaries, tuition assistance, vacation, holiday, dedicated sick time, matching 401(k), annual merit increases and bonuses, as well as our annual Profit-Sharing plan. Your impact will be noticed and rewarded, as you seek to further our company, our customers, and one another. 

Our Story: 

Leprino Foods' history dates back over 65 years, when Jim Leprino first started making small batches of mozzarella for local markets and eateries in the Little Italy neighborhood of Denver. We've grown a bit since then. Today, Leprino is the world's largest manufacturer of mozzarella and lactose, and a leading producer of whey protein. Still owned by Jim and the Leprino family, our sights are set to be the "World's Best Dairy Food and Ingredient Company." To help us achieve that bold vision, we're looking for our secret ingredient: You. A motivated team member who is the best at what you do. Three people in a small corner grocery store in the early 1950s have now grown to over 4,300 employees throughout 16 global locations. Will you join us on our journey? 

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Leprino Foods Company supports a drug-free workplace and is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/Disability/Veteran 

Leprino Foods requires all individuals to wear the appropriate Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) as required by the role and location 

At Leprino, we believe in equal employment opportunity and make employment decisions based on each individual's unique talents, experience, skills, and knowledge; we do not discriminate on the basis of any personal characteristics. We know we are better together and are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive culture in which all employees can thrive. 

Nearest Major Market: Lubbock