Industrial Maintenance Technician & Machine Operator

Butterball; Raeford (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Butterball is seeking a skilled IMTMO to provide mechanical support across our NC production facilities. You will assist the maintenance team, operate and monitor production equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and troubleshoot issues to minimize downtime.

You must follow safety protocols, read manuals, and communicate effectively with team members. The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds and occasional shifts in a high-noise plant environment.

Qualifications

• General industrial maintenance or electrical experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED preferred; industrial maintenance certificate preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

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 our food safety initiatives.
• Supports and provides training to other IMTMs and Production Associates in proper running and completion of preventive maintenance tasks.
• Acts in a manner consistent with Butterball’s core values; work well in teams or individually; be self-directed.

Skills

General maintenance

Electrical systems

Communication

Reading diagrams/instructions

Lifting 50 pounds

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Industrial maintenance certificate/diploma

Job description

Butterball is seeking a skilled IMTMO to provide mechanical support across our NC production facilities. You will assist the maintenance team, operate and monitor production equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and troubleshoot issues to minimize downtime.

You must follow safety protocols, read manuals, and communicate effectively with team members. The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds and occasional shifts in a high-noise plant environment.