Industrial Maintenance Tech - 12-Hour Shift, $3K Sign-On

West Liberty Foods, L.L.C.; West Liberty (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Life Insurance

Short-term disability

FSA/HSA

401(k) plan

Employee assistance

Job summary

West Liberty Foods, a leading meat and poultry producer, is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic in West Liberty, IA. The role supports production by maintaining machinery, performing preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting automated equipment. 1st shift with a $3,000 sign-on bonus is offered.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of mechanical experience in manufacturing and is proficient with reading schematics and basic electrical systems. Associates degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a mechanical field in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
• Experience with automated equipment (PLCs, vision systems) preferred.
• Ability to read prints/schematics/drawings.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatic systems, AC/DC controls, motor controls, welding/fabrication is a plus.
• English reading/writing required.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily preventative maintenance and daily tasks.
• Assist and become an active member of the HAZMAT team.
• Read and understand mechanical and electrical diagrams and technical repair manuals.
• Able to diagnose and troubleshoot equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical breakdowns in a timely manner.
• Apply knowledge of safety precautions applicable to maintenance work.
• Operate lifts and material handling tools as needed.
• Visually inspect and test machinery and equipment.
• Able to adapt to a fast paced work environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Automated equipment

PLC systems

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Safety compliance

Education

Associates degree or equivalent

Tools

Textor/Weber/Multivac

CMMS

Google Suite

Job description

West Liberty Foods, a leading meat and poultry producer, is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic in West Liberty, IA. The role supports production by maintaining machinery, performing preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting automated equipment. 1st shift with a $3,000 sign-on bonus is offered.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of mechanical experience in manufacturing and is proficient with reading schematics and basic electrical systems. Associates degree preferred.