Maint Tech I SA (D- Shift)

Simmons Foods, Inc.; Saratoga (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Simmons Foods, Inc. seeks a maintenance professional to support equipment repair and preventative maintenance across the facility. The role requires troubleshooting, adherence to safety policies, and collaboration with engineers and vendors to keep lines running smoothly.

The ideal candidate will have experience with welding, electrical or mechanical repair and refrigeration or hydraulics, plus the ability to lift heavy loads and work in extreme temperatures. Veterans are welcome to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience in welding, electrical or mechanical repair, and refrigeration or hydraulics.
• English proficiency, both written and spoken.
• Preference for poultry or food processing industry.
• Ability to lift 75–150 pounds and work in extreme temperatures.
• Ability to pass fit test and pulmonary function test.
• Uses PPE as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in equipment repair and preventative maintenance procedures in the operation of the facility where employed.
• Repair, replace or adjust equipment to meet production requirements.
• Consult with engineers and vendors; troubleshoot equipment.
• Meets safety requirements per company and regulatory policies.
• Participates in team development and communicates effectively.
• Aligns with Simmons operating systems and policies.
• Performs other duties to support business objectives.
• Physical ability to lift 75-150 pounds and operate in extreme conditions.

Skills

Equipment repair

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Education

English proficiency

Tools

Welding equipment

Electrical repair tools

Hydraulics equipment

Refrigeration systems

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.