HATCHERY MAINTENANCE HOURLY

JBS Foods; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

JBS Foods in Sumter, SC is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to construct, maintain and test mechanical equipment, and respond to mechanical issues on the production floor.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 1–2 years of industrial maintenance experience, and the ability to read drawings; basic math and weekend availability are expected. Benefits begin after eligibility and may include health coverage and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical school preferred.
• 1–2 years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Ability to read and interpret documents and drawings.
• Knowledge of standard and metric measurements.
• Willingness to work assigned days/shifts, including some weekends.

Responsibilities

• Construct, maintain and test mechanical equipment, machinery and components.
• Identify parts or machines needing new or replacement parts.
• Utilize shop mathematics to complete assignments.
• Interpret drawings of equipment to adjust or repair machinery.
• Respond to production area requests when mechanical issues are identified.
• Communicate with production management to diagnose problems.
• Perform preventive maintenance.
• Complete assigned tasks with accuracy and efficiency regarding time and resources.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Industrial equipment

Mathematics

Reading drawings

Standard/metric measurements

Weekend availability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical school preferred

Job description

Description

Maintenance Mechanic

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Construct, maintain and test mechanical equipment, machinery and components


• Identify parts or machines needing new or replacement parts


• Utilize shop mathematics to complete assignments


• Interpret drawings of equipment in order to properly adjust, maintain or repair machinery


• Respond to requests by production area when mechanical issues with equipment have been identified


• Communicate with production management and personnel to diagnose problems and to determine potential mechanical problems


• Perform preventive maintenance


• Complete assigned tasks with accuracy and efficiency, in regards to time as well as resources

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT:

High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required. Technical school preferred.

BASIC SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 1-2 years industrial maintenance experience


• Knowledge of industrial manufacturing equipment


• General mathematic ability required to perform job


• Ability to read and interpret documents and drawings


• Basic knowledge of standard and metric measures


• Must be able to work assigned days/shifts (including some weekends)

The applicant who fills this position will be eligible for the following compensation and benefits:

• Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment.


• Paid Time Off: sick leave, vacation, and 6 company observed holidays.


• 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule


• Paid Tuition

EOE, including Disability/ Vets