Industrial Maintenance Technician – Food Processing Plant

Westin; Fairbury (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Westin Packaged Meats – Fairbury Operations seeks a hands-on maintenance technician to support the facility and grounds. The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, repairs to process equipment, conduit work, and ongoing adherence to GMPs and safety policies.

The ideal candidate has experience in mechanical repair and welding, with a focus on safe, compliant operation. The position requires daily attendance and strong communication within a team setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical repair and welding.
• Follow GMPs and safety policies at all times.
• Follow the Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) program.
• Demonstrate ability to read and understand documentation.
• Must communicate clearly, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Complete monthly Preventative Maintenance (PM) work orders for Westin Packaged Meats – Fairbury Operations.
• Complete work orders for equipment repairs relating to process equipment and subsystems.
• Run and bend conduit and pipe as needed.
• Perform facility repairs including carpentry and painting.
• Adhere to safety, GMPs and SOPs; participate in trainings and required continuing education.

Skills

Mechanical repair

MIG/TIG Welding

GMP compliance

LOTO compliance

LEAN meetings

Safety policies

Documentation literacy

Communication skills

Tools

Hand tools

Conduit work

Carpentry & painting

Job description

Westin Packaged Meats – Fairbury Operations seeks a hands-on maintenance technician to support the facility and grounds. The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, repairs to process equipment, conduit work, and ongoing adherence to GMPs and safety policies.

The ideal candidate has experience in mechanical repair and welding, with a focus on safe, compliant operation. The position requires daily attendance and strong communication within a team setting.