Agricultural Equipment Mechanic

Seneca Foods Corporation; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Seneca Foods Corporation in Cumberland, WI, is seeking an Agricultural Equipment Mechanic to join the team. The role involves maintaining and repairing agricultural equipment to ensure efficiency during the harvest season.

The ideal candidate will have mechanical experience, a valid driver’s license, and good communication skills. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) among others.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of related mechanical experience required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license; a CDL is beneficial but not required.
• Ability to read and write English fluently.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain and repair agricultural equipment.
• Troubleshoot breakdowns to determine operating problems.
• Overhaul and rebuild equipment during non-processing season.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Use of hand and power tools

Welding and fabrication skills

Good communication skills

Job description

Seneca Foods in Cumberland, WI is currently seeking an Agricultural Equipment Mechanic to join our team.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and more.

The Agricultural Equipment Mechanic will monitor product flow during harvesting to ensure an uninterrupted flow to the plants and relieve Harvestor Operators when necessary. They are also responsible for the preventative maintenance of harvesting equipment during the off‑season in preparation for the upcoming harvest.

Essential Job Functions

• Operate, maintain and repair a variety of agricultural equipment.
• Troubleshoot breakdowns to determine the cause of 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 equipment in other areas of the facility when needed.
• Maintain 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 a valid driver’s 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 communication skills.
• Ability to read and write the English language.
• Reliability and dependability are a must.
• Position requires extended work hours during the harvest season.

Seneca Foods Corporation is committed to providing equal opportunity for all, through a positive and continuing affirmative action program. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, military and/or veteran status or any other Federal or State legally protected classes. Seneca Foods Corporation will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and feel you need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at [e-mail] or call 585‑495‑4100.