Industrial Maintenance & Machine Operator - Food Processing

Butterball; Raeford (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Butterball is seeking a Maintenance Technician to provide mechanical support for equipment in our food processing environment. You will assist the maintenance team, operate production machinery, and perform preventive maintenance to ensure steady production and food safety compliance.

The role requires reading diagrams and manuals, good communication, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Prior experience in industrial maintenance and a safety-focused mindset are preferred.

Qualifications

• General industrial mechanical maintenance and/or electrical system experience preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Certificate/Diploma in Industrial Maintenance or similar area strongly preferred.
• Follow diagrams and operation manuals; read and understand written instructions.
• Ability to lift to 50 pounds; good communication skills; safety conscious.

Responsibilities

• Assist maintenance team and support all aspects of the maintenance department as needed or directed.
• Operates production equipment as assigned.
• Adheres to schedules and production requirements to produce product on assigned machine.
• Troubleshoots and repairs various pieces of equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance tasks ranging from lubricating wear points to changing out blades.
• Tears down and reassembles equipment in support of food safety initiatives.
• Supports and provides training to other IMTMs and Production Associates in preventive maintenance tasks.
• Works safely and in accordance with Butterball policies and values.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Reading instructions

Communication skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Industrial Maintenance Certificate

Job description

Butterball is seeking a Maintenance Technician to provide mechanical support for equipment in our food processing environment. You will assist the maintenance team, operate production machinery, and perform preventive maintenance to ensure steady production and food safety compliance.

The role requires reading diagrams and manuals, good communication, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Prior experience in industrial maintenance and a safety-focused mindset are preferred.