Maint Tech I SA (C- Shift)

Simmons Foods, Inc.; Saratoga (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Simmons Foods, Inc. is seeking a maintenance professional to assist in equipment repair and preventative maintenance within the production facility. The role requires troubleshooting, coordinating with engineers and vendors, and adhering to safety and Lean operating systems.

Applicants should have vocational training in welding/electrical/mechanical repair, refrigeration or hydraulics, and strong English communication skills. Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience or vocational training in welding, electrical or mechanical repair, and refrigeration or hydraulics.
• Good command of English, written and spoken.
• Veterans welcome to join the team.

Responsibilities

• Repair, replace or adjust equipment to meet production requirements.
• Consult with engineers and vendors; perform project layout as needed; troubleshoot equipment.
• Meet safety requirements per Simmons policies and government regulations.
• Collaborate with team; participate in development and implementation of team concepts and policies.
• Familiarize with Simmons operating systems and follow Lean principles and company policies.
• Perform other duties to support business objectives.

Skills

Welding

Electrical repair

Mechanical repair

Refrigeration

Hydraulics

Education

Vocational training in welding/electrical/mechanical repair

Job description

Assist in equipment repair and preventative maintenance procedures in the operation of the facility where employed.

Essential Position Responsibilities

Repairs, replaces, corrects or affects equipment

as needed to ensure equipment operates correctly and efficiently according to production requirements.

Consults with engineers and vendors

as needed. Accomplishes layout work for each project as needed. Will be able to troubleshoot equipment.

Meets safety requirements

in accomplishing responsibilities of this position complying with all policies or regulations set forth by Simmons or various government agencies concerning safety, environment, vehicle, handling of food products, packaging, ingredients and any related items.

Participates as a member of the Team

Participates in the ongoing development, communication and implementation of team concepts, programs and policies; coordinates work to ensure best practices with all team members. Attends appropriate team meetings. As a member of the Team, fosters strong cohesiveness regarding all major issues; e.g., direction, annual plan, budget, policy changes, etc. Accepts responsibility to quickly identify any areas that lack cohesiveness, bringing them to the attention of the team leader and working with the team in a supportive manner to resolve issues and actively look for ways, and reinforce actions needed, to achieve synergy possible within the larger organization.

Simmons Operating systems principles and objectives

Is familiar with Simmons' established operating systems (e.g. quality, security, office environment, company policies, LEAN); understands the responsibility to maintain familiarity with the systems and this position's role in support of these systems - including a consideration of the impact of individual actions on the systems and the responsibility to communicate concerns and improvement ideas.

Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives

This position description is intended to guide the activities of the person in this position and is not intended to limit the thinking and creativity of the person as to the work of this function nor is it intended that this describe all the work that may be required of the person in this position.

Physical Activities

Enters and locates information on a computer. Visually verifies information, often in small print. Must be able to manually lift or move objects weighing 75-150 pounds. Must be able to work in extreme temperatures, on feet for the entire shift. Must be able to work in cramped, enclosed, elevated, wet, dirty areas with a noise level above 90 decibels. Ability to pass a fit test, physical, and pulmonary (lung capacity) function test. H2S Monitor and full-face respirator.

Travel

NA

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Will use appropriate footwear, hearing protection and other protective equipment as needed or required.

Technical Experience

Must have experience or vocational training in welding, electrical or mechanical repair, and refrigeration or hydraulics.

Industry Experience

Preference for poultry or food processing organization.

Minimum Education:

Must have a good command of the English language, both written and spoken.

We value military experience and welcome veterans to join our team.