Complex Maintenance - Information Technology - First Shift

Wayne-Sanderson Farms; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne-Sanderson Farms is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to perform preventive maintenance, repairs on hydraulic, pneumatic, and conveyor systems, and to troubleshoot machinery to minimize downtime. This role requires reading schematics, basic computer entry, and strong safety awareness.

The position features daytime hours with occasional weekend work; compensation ranges by years of service from entry to senior levels, with pay scales listed in the ad.

Qualifications

• Must be mechanically inclined with manufacturing experience.
• Able to read schematics and blueprints to diagnose problems.
• Proficient with basic computer record-keeping.
• Strong verbal and written communication; multilingual preferred.
• Willingness to work extended shifts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance inspections and service on machines.
• Identify root causes of breakdowns and repair quickly.
• Record and order replacement parts as needed.
• Prepare reports documenting work performed.
• Maintain shop areas, tools, and inventory.
• Coordinate with managers on regular maintenance.
• Collaborate with dept heads on new products and modifications.
• Implement tests and modifications based on results.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and lead solutions.
• Wear PPE and promote zero-accident culture.
• Perform additional relevant duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Read schematics/blueprints

Computer literacy

Strong communication skills

Multilingual

Detail-oriented

Safety consciousness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational certificate (welding/electrical etc.) preferred

Job description

Shift Details & Pay Ranges = Listed Below

Shift: SHIFT TIMES MAY VARY

Monday through Friday - Shift Time: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Shift Details & Pay Ranges = Listed Below

Shift: SHIFT TIMES MAY VARY

Monday through Friday - Shift Time: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

*** OCCASIONAL SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS ***

Pay Ranges:

• Entry through 4 years of Employment = $24.15
• 5 years through 9 years of Employment = $24.85
• 10 years through 14 years of Employment = $25.25
• 15 years through 19 years of Employment = $25.65
• 20 plus years of Employment = $26.05

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 condition
• Identify root cause of unexpected breakdowns of machines; repair quickly and efficiently to decrease downtime for machine
• Record and report damaged, worn, or broken parts, ordering and installing replacement parts for machines as needed
• Prepare reports documenting work performed.
• Clean, organize, inventory, stock, and otherwise maintains shop areas, parts, tools, and supplies as needed
• Coordinate with managers to schedule regular maintenance on machines.
• Collaborate with department heads regarding new products being added and modifications that will be required
• Make necessary modifications and implements tests runs; confers with product manager regarding test results and makes additional alterations to machinery as required
• Identify opportunities for improvement, present to appropriate leader, and implement, lead or participate in solution implementation
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in all areas where mandatory helping to promote a zero-accident culture
• Perform additional relevant duties as assigned

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None. This is an individual contributor role with required competencies: Functional/Technical Skills, Action Oriented, Problem Solving, Learning on the Fly, and Interpersonal Savvy

EDUCATION and CERTIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Vocational certificate in appropriate field (i.e. welding, maintenance, electrical, etc.) preferred
• Ability to take and pass internal required testing

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• Mechanically inclined with relevant experience in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to read and understand schematics, blueprints, etc. to diagnose problems with manufacturing equipment
• Good computer literacy with ability to enter work records in appropriate program
• Must 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 preferred
• Ability to handle and resolve most issues in an efficient and effective manner
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize projects, planning skills, and a high attention to detail
• Must possess a strong customer-centric attitude, high energy level and a strong sense of urgency

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

• Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs
• Wear required protective equipment in all areas where mandatory

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work extended shifts (holiday, weekend and/or extended) as business need requires
• Ability to work in cold/ humid or hot/ dusty environments as needed
• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, crawling, stooping, kneeling, etc. with ability to bend, stretch, push, pull, and move as needed to reach, clean, and service machinery
• Must be able to visually inspect machines
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds

We 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.