Maintenance Assistant - 2nd Shift

Wayne-Sanderson Farms; Waco (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from Day 1

On the Job Training

Job summary

Wayne-Sanderson Farms is seeking a maintenance helper to perform basic lower skilled mechanic tasks on poultry processing equipment, following specifications and company safety policies. You will assist with routine maintenance, report hazards, and support the maintenance team in a fast‑paced plant environment.

Candidates should have mechanical aptitude, forklift/pallet jack experience or willingness to learn, and be able to communicate in English.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
• Mechanical aptitude and experience with poultry processing equipment.
• Experience operating a forklift or pallet jack, or ability to learn and be certified.
• Ability to communicate in English (spoken and written).
• Ability to work unsupervised and be self‑motivated.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance on equipment such as adjusting belts, replacing belts, changing oils in pumps, changing parts or helping maintenance tech with work orders, etc.
• Perform cleanup and housekeeping tasks for work area, tools, equipment
• Report unsafe conditions to appropriate personnel
• Performs other duties and responsibilities that may be assigned by the Line leader or Supervisor

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Poultry processing equipment

Forklift / pallet jack experience

English communication

Self-motivated / unsupervised work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required

Tools

Forklift operation

Pallet jack operation

Job description

SHIFT DETAILS:

• 2nd Shift 4:30 pm -1:30 am - Pay $23.70

• Benefits available Day 1

• On the Job Training

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Primarily responsible for performing basic lower skilled mechanic tasks on poultry processing equipment to specifications. Performs work in compliance with company policies and procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:

• Perform routine maintenance on equipment such as adjusting belts, replacing belts, changing oils in pumps, changing parts or helping maintenance tech with work orders, etc.
• Perform cleanup and housekeeping tasks for work area, tools, equipment
• Report unsafe conditions to appropriate personnel
• Performs other duties and responsibilities that may be assigned by the Line leader or Supervisor

EDUCATION and CERTIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred but not required

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• Mechanical aptitude; knowledge and experience working on poultry processing equipment preferred
• Experience in driving a forklift and /or pallet jack or ability to learn and be certified
• Ability to communicate (both speak and write) and comprehend English
• Must be able to work unsupervised to complete all tasks self-motivate

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

• Follow all departmental and company safety policies and programs
• Wear required protective equipment in all areas where mandatory

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to work in a wet and cold environment (45ºF, 4ºC) or hot and humid environment
• Must be able to traverse the facility, including up and down stairs and/or ladders if required
• Must be able to inspect and work on all parts of equipment including top, sides, interior and underneath
• Must have good visual skills including the ability to see and accurately distinguish colors
• Frequently uses visual skills to inspect machinery and other areas as needed
• Ability to lift 75 lbs.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.