Facilities Maintenance Technician

General Mills; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time (15 days)

11 paid holidays

401(k) match

Health Insurance

Job summary

General Mills in Murfreesboro, TN is hiring a Facilities Maintenance Technician. Starting pay $28.86 per hour, up to $35.06 depending on experience. Schedule is 8-hour shifts, Monday through Friday plus every 3rd weekend, 6:50am to 3:20pm, with overtime possible.

You will troubleshoot mechanical issues, provide technical support, participate in root cause analysis, and contribute to continuous improvement. Required: high school diploma or GED and at least 1 year in industrial maintenance, plus

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of manufacturing maintenance experience or technical degree.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a hot/cold environment.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Identify and troubleshoot mechanical issues on equipment.
• Provide technical support and plant leadership for equipment troubleshooting and modifications.
• Perform uptime and downtime preventative maintenance.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Root Cause Analysis

Equipment Troubleshooting

English Communication

Computer Literacy

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Powered Industrial Truck Maintenance

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEWWe exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best — bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one another and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what’s next.POSITION OVERVIEWFacilities Maintenance TechnicianStarting Pay: $28.86 per hourUp to $35.06 per hour based on skill set and experienceWhy Join Our Team Located in beautiful Middle Tennessee, the Murfreesboro manufacturing site is comprised of over 1000 dedicated employees serving the Morning Foods and Meals & Baking Operating Units for General Mills. We operate in a dynamic business environment in a site that values safety, teamwork, accountability, responsiveness, and respect. We pride ourselves in serving the world by making food people love!What We Have to Offer15 days (120 hours) of vacation annually and 11 paid holidaysGreat paid time off benefits401(k) matchHealth Insurance- Including medical, vision, dental and lifeAnd much more!Your Work Schedule and Shift Information8-hour shifts Monday – Friday and every 3rd weekend 6:50am - 3:20pmAbility and willingness to work overtime, any shift, including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and emergency eventsPlant operation is 24 hours a day, 7 days per weekKEY ACCOUNTABILITIESAs part of our manufacturing team, you will: Identifying and troubleshooting mechanical issuesProviding technical support and plant leadership for equipment troubleshooting and equipment modificationsUnderstanding, initiating, and participating in Root Cause Analysis (Why, Why)Performing both uptime and downtime preventative maintenanceParticipate in Continuous Improvement initiatives to increase platform performanceAssist in training new employees as well as engaging in your individual training.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSHigh school diploma or GEDMinimum of a high school education or GED1 year Manufacturing Maintenance experience in Industrial Maintenance or a Technical Degree in Industrial Maintenance or EngineeringBackflow preventer rebuild certificationExperience in Powered Industrial Truck MaintenanceExperience in a food manufacturing/production environment preferredProficiency in basic computer skillsMust possess the ability to understand and effectively communicate with co-workers, supervisors and others in the workplace regarding work matters (our business is generally conducted in English).Must possess the ability to understand and effectively communicate with co-workers, supervisors, and others in the workplace regarding work matters (our business is generally conducted in English)Ability to lift up to 50 lbsAbility to stand, walk, climb, bend, push, pull, and twist for extended periodsWillingness to work in hot, cold, noisy, wet, or dusty conditionsAbility to climb and/or work at heights while utilizing stairs, ladders, personnel lifts, or platformsAbility to follow human and food safety, quality, and grooming standardsAbility to wear such as protective clothing and equipment (Personal Protective Equipment -PPE) such as safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard/bump cap, hair/beard net, gloves, and face masks (when required)Ability to work around high-speed machinery and food allergensELIGIBILITYApplicants must meet a minimum 18-year age qualification.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)General Mills is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or familial status, status regarding public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission.Check out why General Mills Manufacturing is a great place to grow a career: