Complex Maintenance

Wayne Farms LLC; Fernwood (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne Farms LLC in Fernwood, Mississippi, is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to perform preventive maintenance, servicing large manufacturing equipment, and keeping production lines running smoothly. The role requires diagnosing issues, ordering parts, and documenting work while adhering to safety protocols.

You will collaborate with managers on maintenance scheduling and equipment modifications, read schematics, and maintain tools and inventory.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; vocational certificate preferred.
• Experience in a manufacturing maintenance environment.
• Ability to read schematics and blueprints for diagnostics.
• Strong communication skills; multilingual preferred.
• Proficient computer literacy for record keeping.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance inspections and service on machines, including cleaning, oiling, lubricating, and belt changes.
• Identify root causes of unexpected breakdowns and repair to reduce downtime.
• Record damaged, worn, or broken parts and order/install replacements.
• Prepare reports documenting work performed.
• Maintain shop areas, inventory, tools, and supplies.
• Coordinate with managers to schedule regular maintenance on machines.
• Collaborate with department heads on product modifications and test runs.
• Identify improvement opportunities and participate in implementations.
• Wear PPE and follow safety policies; support zero-accident culture.
• Work extended shifts as needed; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprints & schematics

Electrical troubleshooting

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Multilingual

Time management

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Vocational certificate in welding/maintenance/electrical

Job description

PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Maintenance Mechanic performs preventative, maintenance, and repairs of large manufacturing equipment (hydraulic, pneumatic, conveyor, etc.).RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:Perform preventive maintenance inspections and service on machines, including cleaning, oiling, lubricating, changing belts machinery as necessary to ensure machines are in optimal working conditionIdentify root cause of unexpected breakdowns of machines; repair quickly and efficiently to decrease downtime for machineRecord and report damaged, worn, or broken parts, ordering and installing replacement parts for machines as neededPrepare reports documenting work performed.Clean, organize, inventory, stock, and otherwise maintains shop areas, parts, tools, and supplies as neededCoordinate with managers to schedule regular maintenance on machines.Collaborate with department heads regarding new products being added and modifications that will be requiredMake necessary modifications and implements tests runs; confers with product manager regarding test results and makes additional alterations to machinery as requiredIdentify opportunities for improvement, present to appropriate leader, and implement, lead or participate in solution implementationWear personal protective equipment (PPE) in all areas where mandatory helping to promote a zero-accident culturePerform additional relevant duties as assignedSUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES:None. This is an individual contributor role with required competencies: Functional/Technical Skills, Action Oriented, Problem Solving, Learning on the Fly, and Interpersonal SavvyEDUCATION and CERTIFICATIONS:High School diploma or equivalentVocational certificate in appropriate field (i.e. welding, maintenance, electrical, etc.) preferredAbility to take and pass internal required testingEXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:Mechanically inclined with relevant experience in a manufacturing environmentAbility to read and understand schematics, blueprints, etc. to diagnose problems with manufacturing equipmentGood computer literacy with ability to enter work records in appropriate programMust have good communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization in a timely and professional manner; multi-lingual strongly preferredAbility to handle and resolve most issues in an efficient and effective mannerExcellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize projects, planning skills, and a high attention to detailMust possess a strong customer-centric attitude, high energy level and a strong sense of urgencySAFETY REQUIREMENTS:Follow departmental and company safety policies and programsWear required protective equipment in all areas where mandatoryPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Ability to work extended shifts (holiday, weekend and/or extended) as business need requiresAbility to work in cold/ humid or hot/ dusty environments as neededProlonged periods of standing, walking, crawling, stooping, kneeling, etc. with ability to bend, stretch, push, pull, and move as needed to reach, clean, and service machineryMust be able to visually inspect machinesMust be able to lift and carry up to 50 poundsWe are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.