HATCHERY MAINTENANCE HOURLY

Pilgrim's; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision coverage

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Paid tuition

Job summary

Pilgrim's is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to construct, maintain and test mechanical equipment, interpreting drawings to properly adjust and repair machinery. The role requires basic math and the ability to respond quickly to production requests, with a focus on safe, efficient preventive maintenance.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED (technical school preferred) and 1–2 years in industrial maintenance, plus the ability to read documents and drawings and work scheduled shifts

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.
• Basic knowledge of standard and metric measures.
• Must be able 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 properly adjust, maintain or repair machinery.
• Respond to production area requests for mechanical issues identified.
• Communicate with production management to diagnose problems and potential issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance.
• Complete tasks with accuracy and efficiency in terms of time and resources.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Mathematics

Reading drawings

Weekend availability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical school preferred

Job 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