Agricultural Equipment Mechanic

Seneca Foods Corporation; Ripon (WI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401K

Paid time off

In-house training on shop equipment

Job summary

Seneca Foods Corporation in Ripon, WI is seeking an Agricultural Equipment Mechanic to join our farm operations team. This role will operate, repair, and maintain a range of harvesting equipment, with field work during harvest and shop work in the off-season.

Candidates should have 1–3 years related experience, a valid driver's license, and be able to read and follow GMP guidelines. You'll work in a dynamic environment with in-house training on shop equipment, welding, hydraulics, and more,

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of related mechanical experience.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL beneficial but not required.
• Basic use of hand and power tools; own hand tools required.
• Welding and fabrication skills would be a plus.
• Good written and oral communication; ability to read/write English.
• Extended work hours during the harvest season.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain and repair a variety of Agricultural equipment.
• Troubleshoot breakdowns to determine the cause of operating problems.
• Make repairs and maintenance to harvest equipment; modifications to mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Overhaul and rebuild equipment during non-processing season.
• Maintain cost control over equipment for budget purposes.
• Maintenance in other areas of the facility when needed.
• Ensure steady flow of quality product during harvest season.
• Follow GMPs and safety rules; uphold regulations.
• Collaborate with Area Supervisors to maintain production and quality.
• Supervise assigned seasonal employees during harvest operations.

Skills

Driver's license

Hand and power tools

Welding and fabrication

Written and verbal communication

English reading/writing

Job description

Seneca Foods is North America’s leading provider of packaged fruits and vegetables, with facilities located throughout the United States. Our high quality products are primarily sourced from over 2,000 American farms. Seneca holds the largest share of the retail private label, food service, and export canned vegetable markets, distributing to over 90 countries. Products are also sold under the highly regarded brands of Libby’s®, Aunt Nellie’s®, READ®, Seneca Farms® and Seneca labels, including Seneca Snack Chips. In addition, Seneca provides vegetable products under an alliance with General Mills Operations, LLC, a subsidiary of General Mills, Inc., under the Green Giant label. Our mission at Seneca Foods Corporation is to feed the world safe and nutritious products that are valued and enjoyed by families everywhere. Seneca Foods in Ripon, WI is currently seeking an Agricultural Equipment Mechanic to join our team.

Seneca offers an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K, paid time off and much more! Help us make our Farm Fresh Goodness Great!

The Agriculture Mechanic will monitor product flow during harvesting to ensure uninterrupted flow to the plants and relieve Harvestor Operators when necessary. The Ag Mechanic is also responsible for the preventative maintenance of harvesting equipment during the off-season in preparation for the upcoming harvest.

The Ripon Ag Shop is a unique work environment where mechanics spend the off-season overhauling in the shop and harvest season is spent in the field monitoring machines and making needed repairs in the field. Seneca offers in-house training on shop equipment including mill and lathe, welding, hydraulics, AC systems, and more!

Essential Job Functions

• Operate, maintain and repair a variety of Agricultural equipment
• Troubleshoot breakdowns to determine the cause of the operating problems
• Make necessary repairs and maintenance to harvest equipment and related equipment which may include modifications and upgrades to mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems for diesel fuel equipment
• Overhaul and rebuild equipment during non-processing season
• Maintain cost control over equipment for budget purposes
• Maintenance in other areas of the facility when needed
• Responsible for maintaining an even, constant and sufficient flow of product of a quality that meets or exceeds company standards during harvest season
• Ensure that GMP's (General Manufacturing Practices), safety rules and regulations are being followed and enforced
• Work in conjunction with Area Supervisors to maintain production and quality
• Supervise assigned seasonal employees during seasonal harvest operations

Qualifications

• One (1) to three (3) years of related mechanical experience.
• Must have valid Drivers License. A CDL would be beneficial but not required
• Basic use of hand and power tools is required. Must have own hand tools.
• Welding and fabrication skills would be a plus
• Good written and oral communications skills
• Ability to read and write the English language
• Reliability and dependability are a must
• Position requires extended work hours during the harvest season

Starting wage range based on skills, abilities, and experience from $27.00 to $38.50 per hour!