2nd-Shift Maintenance Technician: Minimize Downtime

Wayne Farms LLC; Palestine, Northern (TX, KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from day one

Job summary

Wayne Farms LLC is seeking a Maintenance Technician for the 2nd shift at our Palestine, Texas plant. The role focuses on preventive maintenance, repairs of hydraulic/pneumatic and conveyor systems, and aims to minimize downtime. On-the-job training is provided and benefits begin day one.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with a vocational certificate in maintenance preferred. Strong mechanical aptitude, ability to read schematics, good communication, and a proactive,

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Vocational certificate in maintenance or related field preferred.
• Ability to take and pass internal required testing.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance inspections and service on machines, including cleaning, oiling, lubricating, changing belts and other tasks to keep equipment in optimal condition.
• Identify root cause of unexpected breakdowns and repair quickly to decrease downtime.
• Record and report damaged, worn, or broken parts; order and install replacement parts as needed.
• Prepare reports documenting work performed.
• Clean, organize, inventory, stock, and maintain shop areas, tools, and supplies.
• Coordinate with managers to schedule regular maintenance.
• Collaborate with department heads on new products and modifications.
• Make modifications and conduct test runs; discuss test results with product manager and adjust as needed.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and participate in solution implementation.
• Wear PPE in all areas where mandated.
• Perform additional relevant duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Read schematics

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Multilingual

Organization

Customer focus

High energy

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Vocational certificate in maintenance

Job description

Wayne Farms LLC is seeking a Maintenance Technician for the 2nd shift at our Palestine, Texas plant. The role focuses on preventive maintenance, repairs of hydraulic/pneumatic and conveyor systems, and aims to minimize downtime. On-the-job training is provided and benefits begin day one.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with a vocational certificate in maintenance preferred. Strong mechanical aptitude, ability to read schematics, good communication, and a proactive,