Hands-On Plant Maintenance Trainee

empirical foods, inc.; South Sioux City (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

empirical foods, inc. in South Sioux City, NE seeks a Maintenance employee to support plant maintenance, including regular and preventative tasks on machinery, and involvement with Research and Development equipment for initial production and continuous improvement.

The role requires basic mechanical and electrical knowledge, familiarity with equipment certification, and the ability to work with hand and power tools. Weekend hours may be required, and safety standards are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic mechanical and electrical knowledge is expected.
• Certification to operate material handling equipment is preferred.
• Familiarity with refrigeration and complex mechanical systems is advantageous.
• Basic computer and software knowledge is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process work orders and perform daily preventative maintenance per procedures and schedules.
• Assemble and disassemble equipment effectively while upholding safety standards.
• Use hand and power tools safely and efficiently.
• Operate forklifts, hoists, and other heavy equipment as needed.
• Report problems to maintenance management for direction and coordination.
• Maintain adherence to ownership procedures and processes.
• Respond to breakdown repairs promptly.
• Participate in project work and learning opportunities to accelerate skill growth.
• Perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Undertake additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical knowledge

MHE certification

Refrigeration systems

Computers / IT basics

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

empirical foods, inc. in South Sioux City, NE seeks a Maintenance employee to support plant maintenance, including regular and preventative tasks on machinery, and involvement with Research and Development equipment for initial production and continuous improvement.

The role requires basic mechanical and electrical knowledge, familiarity with equipment certification, and the ability to work with hand and power tools. Weekend hours may be required, and safety standards are essential.