2nd Shift Protein Plant Maintenance Mechanic

Pilgrim; Edinburg (VA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage

Paid Time Off: sick leave, vacation, 6

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Pilgrim’s Protein Conversion Plant is hiring a Maintenance Mechanic for the 2nd shift to perform routine maintenance and repairs on equipment. The role requires interpreting drawings, performing PMs, and coordinating with production teams to minimize downtime.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in industrial maintenance, with mechanical, electrical, and welding experience preferred, and must be able to lift heavy loads and work extended hours, including weekends and on-call shifts.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred; protein conversion experience preferred but not required.
• Minimum 2 years experience in maintenance (mechanical, electrical, welding) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Construct, maintain, and test mechanical equipment, machinery, and components.
• Identify parts or machines needing new or replacement parts.
• Utilize shop mathematics to complete assignments.
• Interpret drawings of equipment to adjust, maintain, and repair machinery.
• Respond to production requests when mechanical issues are identified.
• Communicate with production management to diagnose problems and determine issues.
• Perform preventative maintenance (PM).
• Complete tasks with accuracy and efficiency in time and resources.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Reading drawings

Mathematics

Troubleshooting

Overtime readiness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Maintenance experience (2+ years)

Tools

Welding experience

Electrical knowledge

Job description

Pilgrim’s Protein Conversion Plant is hiring a Maintenance Mechanic for the 2nd shift to perform routine maintenance and repairs on equipment. The role requires interpreting drawings, performing PMs, and coordinating with production teams to minimize downtime.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in industrial maintenance, with mechanical, electrical, and welding experience preferred, and must be able to lift heavy loads and work extended hours, including weekends and on-call shifts.