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Controls Technician

Springfield, OH · On-site

$27.50 - $36/hr

Work with a limited degree of supervision, with oversight focused on complex and/or new assignments. Act as an informal resource for colleagues with less experience. Job Duties and Responsibilities

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Do workers at Dairy Farmers Of America get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
68% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 53 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Does Dairy Farmers Of America pay people when they’re sick?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid when they’re sick.
52% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 67 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

At Dairy Farmers Of America, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
52% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 50 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and July 2026.

Do part-time workers get paid time off at Dairy Farmers Of America?

Most people who work part-time don’t get paid time off.
100% of people who work part-time say they don’t get paid time off
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and March 2026.

Is the health insurance from Dairy Farmers Of America affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
94% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 49 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and July 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Dairy Farmers Of America?

Most people get paid time off work.
77% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 70 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 69% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 16% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 5% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 10% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 77 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do workers at Dairy Farmers Of America worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
82% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do Dairy Farmers Of America workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
48% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 107 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.

How easy is it for Dairy Farmers Of America workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
51% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 79 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Dairy Farmers Of America?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
79% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 57 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do Dairy Farmers Of America managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
74% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do jobs at Dairy Farmers Of America spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
19% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Dairy Farmers Of America?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
81% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 62 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Is a Dairy Farmers Of America job good for students?

Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
74% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Is working at Dairy Farmers Of America good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
39% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 54 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people at Dairy Farmers Of America feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
72% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 64 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at Dairy Farmers Of America get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
67% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 57 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Dairy Farmers Of America?

Some people feel stressed out here.
58% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 65 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at Dairy Farmers Of America enjoy their jobs?

Only some people enjoy their job.
39% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.
Based on data from 49 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at Dairy Farmers Of America recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
53% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 70 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Dairy Farmers Of America?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
45% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 66 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Dairy Farmers Of America?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 46% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 59 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people think Dairy Farmers Of America’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
71% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 62 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Dairy Farmers Of America is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
46% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 63 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
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Master Maintenance Technician

DAIRY FARMERS OF AMERICA

Springfield, OH • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago


Dairy Farmers Of America rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 166 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

25th of 65 rated farming


Job description

GENERAL PURPOSE

Demonstrate advanced or specialized skills in maintenance/mechanical activities to ensure that all equipment is operating effectively and efficiently. Perform general maintenance, preventative maintenance, over-hauls, modification, fabrication, welding, and/or mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and repair. Work with a limited degree of supervision and complete and/or provide guidance on complex problems and/or new assignments. Function as the go-to subject matter resource for colleagues with less experience.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform maintenance and/or repairs (planned, unplanned, emergency) on production, processing, and packaging equipment as well as utility related equipment or systems, following all safety procedures

Perform preventative maintenance; perform routine inspections of equipment for assessment of reliability and performance

Read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, electrical schematics, service manuals, and work orders to perform required maintenance and service

Support the installation of new equipment

Assist operators with training or troubleshooting to minimize equipment downtime

Complete work orders in a timely manner, while maintaining high quality standards

Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment in performing duties

Maintain communication with other departments, management, and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production

Ensure all repairs are documented. Complete all paperwork clearly, legibly, and accurately with required information. Document all required information in accordance with standard operations procedures

Stay up to date on new products, equipment, technology and techniques

Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, identify opportunities to improve processes

Anticipate parts requirements for the tasks, follow proper purchasing procedures, and acquire parts ahead of anticipated task performance

Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues

Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements

The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Graduation from trade school or technical school preferred in areas such as electrical, programmable controls (PLC/HMI), mechanical, welding/fabrication, refrigeration, plumbing, etc.

4 to 6 years of maintenance, mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic, computer-controlled equipment, PLC, and HVAC or related experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment preferred

Experience on a variety of equipment including lubricating, cleaning, material handling, motor control, relay control, process control and packaging equipment

Experience with ammonia refrigeration systems preferred

Certification and/or License - may be required during course of employment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of charts, tables, drawings, specifications, schedules, wiring diagrams

Able to inspect equipment, recognize potential problems, and take appropriate corrective action to prevent component failures or equipment down time

Able to use a variety of maintenance tools, hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment in a safe manner

Able to perform complex or complicated maintenance activities/repairs independently

Able to complete projects from planning to installation

Able to present options and ideas to current processes or procedures

Able to adapt and manage to change effectively

Able to work effectively in a team environment

Able to diagnose and take appropriate steps to find solutions to problems

Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing

Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

Basic computer skills

Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer


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