Day Shift Maintenance Technician I — Equipment Repair

Simmons Foods; Van Buren (AR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Simmons Foods in Van Buren, AR is seeking a Maintenance Technician I for the Day Shift on the A Team. This hands-on role focuses on keeping production equipment running, performing repairs and preventive maintenance, and collaborating with engineers and vendors to troubleshoot issues.

Candidates should have welding, electrical, mechanical repair, refrigeration or hydraulics experience, strong English communication, and a high school diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Must have experience or vocational training in welding, electrical or mechanical repair, and refrigeration or hydraulics.
• Minimum Education: Must have a good command of the English language, both written and spoken.
• Preferred Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Repairs, replaces, corrects or affects equipment as needed to ensure equipment operates correctly and efficiently according to production requirements.
• Consults with engineers and vendors as needed. Accomplishes layout work for each project as needed. Will be able to troubleshoot equipment.
• Meets safety requirements in accomplishing responsibilities of this position complying with all policies or regulations set forth by Simmons or various government agencies concerning safety, environment, vehicle, handling of food products, packaging, ingredients and any related items.
• Participates as a member of the Team. Participates in the ongoing development, communication and implementation of team concepts, programs and policies; coordinates work to ensure best practices with all team members.
• Simmons Operating systems principles and objectives: Is familiar with Simmons' established operating systems (e.g. quality, security, office environment, company policies, LEAN).
• Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.

Skills

English language proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Simmons Foods in Van Buren, AR is seeking a Maintenance Technician I for the Day Shift on the A Team. This hands-on role focuses on keeping production equipment running, performing repairs and preventive maintenance, and collaborating with engineers and vendors to troubleshoot issues.

Candidates should have welding, electrical, mechanical repair, refrigeration or hydraulics experience, strong English communication, and a high school diploma or equivalent.