2ND SHIFT MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR

JBS USA; Ottumwa (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure the smooth operation of equipment and machinery. This role involves performing skilled maintenance tasks, training employees on safety protocols, and managing maintenance responsibilities across various plant areas. The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical aptitude, effective communication skills, and a commitment to safety. Join a forward-thinking company that values determination and discipline, offering comprehensive benefits and a collaborative work environment where your contributions will make a significant impact.

Benefits

Health care

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Qualifications

• Technical schooling in mechanical or electrical trades is beneficial.
• High School diploma or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled maintenance activities including welding and plumbing.
• Train employees on safety procedures and monitor equipment functioning.
• Coordinate maintenance responsibilities and address downtime issues.

Skills

Effective communication in English

Mechanical aptitude

Knowledge of building trades

Experience in industrial construction

Understanding of safety precautions

Basic mathematical skills

Experience in mechanical work

Good attendance record

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Technical schooling in mechanical or electrical trades

Job description

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing skilled maintenance activities, including construction, welding, brazing, soldering, plumbing, and hydraulics. They will monitor all production areas to ensure proper functioning of equipment and machinery, prioritize work orders, and schedule mechanics accordingly.

1. Train employees on safety procedures such as Lock Out Tag Out, Power Industrial Truck, Scissor Lift, and Fall Protection.
2. Adjust, repair, and replace electrical and electronic equipment.
3. Participate in the HAZMAT team to ensure emergency preparedness.
4. Promote safety in all maintenance activities.
5. Complete required paperwork, including payroll documentation.
6. Attend scheduled meetings.
7. Provide feedback to team members on training progress and verify understanding through hands-on training.
8. Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
9. Apply root cause analysis and be goal-oriented.
10. Lead personnel toward achieving personal and plant results.
11. Assist HR with maintaining accurate pay records and job postings.
12. Coordinate maintenance responsibilities and oversee equipment mechanics.
13. Address downtime issues caused by mechanical or technical defects.
14. Process maintenance downtime reports and assign work orders or projects.
15. Maintain the department budget within guidelines.
16. Conduct pre-operational inspections and address maintenance concerns to ensure scheduled operations.
17. Review and approve maintenance purchase requisitions.
18. Perform other duties as needed.

Required Skills

• Effective communication in English, both verbal and written.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Mechanical aptitude and knowledge of job specifications.
• Experience in industrial construction is advantageous.
• Previous maintenance and supervisory experience preferred.
• Availability to work 40+ hours per week across all plant areas.
• Knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and practices in building, mechanical, and electrical trades.
• Experience in mechanical work.
• Understanding of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Good attendance record (less than 3 points for internal candidates).

Education Requirements

• Technical schooling with a focus on mechanical or electrical trades is beneficial.
• High School diploma or equivalent is required.

JBS offers comprehensive benefits including health care, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan. JBS is an equal opportunity employer, committed to our core values: DETERMINATION, SIMPLICITY, AVAILABILITY, HUMILITY, SINCERITY, DISCIPLINE, and OWNERSHIP.