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Location
- Lemoore, CA
Summary description:
Leprino is offering transitioning service members the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in industrial maintenance through our DoD SkillBridge Maintenance Technician Trainee Program. This 4-6 month program provides immersive, on-the-job training in one of the world’s leading dairy foods manufacturing companies, setting you up for a seamless transition into a high-demand civilian career. At Leprino, we pride ourselves on innovation, teamwork, and a strong commitment to excellence. As the largest producer of mozzarella cheese and a global leader in dairy ingredients, we understand the value of highly skilled technical professionals. This program is designed to bridge your military expertise into a thriving career in industrial maintenance.
Job description:
Perform preventive maintenance on conveyors, motors, pumps, valves, and hydraulic systems.Conduct vibration analysis and thermal imaging to predict equipment failures.Work with lubrication systems to maintain production equipment.Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.Troubleshoot three-phase motors, motor controls, and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs).Work with steam boilers, refrigeration systems, and ammonia-based cooling systems.Gain hands-on experience with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs).Assist in diagnosing automation system issues using SCADA and industrial networking.Perform welding and fabrication for minor equipment repairs and modifications.Enter maintenance data and track equipment history in SAP or another CMMS software.Support installation, setup, and commissioning of new processing and packaging equipment.Work on projects involving robotic automation and advanced processing technology.Participate in Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives to enhance equipment efficiency.Follow OSHA safety standards, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, and food safety (GMP, HACCP) protocols.Learn arc flash safety and work in high-voltage environments safely and effectively.
Eligibility factors:
California
Typical pay $59K – $91K/yr
Median pay: $74K/yr
What Industrial Machinery Mechanics typically earn in California — from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data (May 2025). It's the going rate for this line of work, not this employer's offer.CareerPCS publishes these benchmarks with explicit limits so they are not mistaken for an employer offer or a prediction.Read the salary methodology
Marked DIB in the DoW directory
DoW marked this opportunity as part of the Defense Industrial Base when Career PCS last checked the mission field on Oct 11, 2026. This directory mark does not guarantee participant eligibility, command authorization, or a job offer.
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