Maintenance L1 Progressive Protein

Greater Omaha Packing Co; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 68,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) company match

Paid time off

Education reimbursement

Tuition for dependents

Growth opportunities

Meat purchase discounts

Childcare assistance

Job summary

Greater Omaha Packing Co is seeking a maintenance technician to support production by performing preventative maintenance and quick repairs on heavy equipment in a fast-paced environment. You should be mechanically inclined, able to follow safety procedures, and able to work independently or with a team.

The role requires standing, lifting up to 60 pounds, and the stamina to withstand hot or cold conditions. Benefits include health coverage and 401(k) participation.

Qualifications

• Mechanically inclined with problem-solving skills.
• Able to work independently and with others.
• Good communication skills.
• Organized with attention to detail.
• Able to work in a fast-paced and stressful environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance for assigned area and other areas as needed.
• Set up the floor in preparation for production in respective areas.
• Follow orders under high stress to prevent downtime.
• Some computer use for PMs, work orders, vector training, etc.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Problem solving

Independent worker

Team player

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Stress tolerance

Job description

Description

Job Details

• Mechanically inclined with great problem-solving skills.
• Works well independently and with others.
• Organized with attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and stressful environment.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Mechanically inclined with great problem-solving skills.
• Works well independently and with others.
• Good communication skills.
• Organized with attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and stressful environment.

Position Requirements

• An ability to stand for long periods of time
• to be capable of working in awkward positions such as on your back, bent over, etc. for prolonged periods of time
• being able to work in the cold and heat
• able to lift at least 60 pounds
• would be responsible for completing Preventative Maintenance for assigned area, as well as perhaps others if asked to do so
• would be responsible for setting up the floor in preparation for production in their respective areas or anywhere else they are asked to help
• having the willingness to learn and take initiative while on the job.
• be capable of following orders even under high stress situations such as maydays in order to prevent downtime.
• some experience with computers would also be optimal in order to complete pms, workorders, vector training etc.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking.
• Able to bend, stretch, push, pull, and move as needed to reach clean, and service machinery.
• Must be able to visually inspect machines.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

• The environment that individuals will be working in can fluctuate. Employees will be required to stand for anywhere between 4 – 6 hours, sometimes on a platform. They will frequently have to push, pull or lift to 30 pounds and occasionally push, pull, or lift to 50 pounds. Sharp objects such as knives, hooks, steel, and saws are utilized to perform the duties listed herein. The noise level is often loud, and hearing protection must be worn at all times. Additional PPE that may be required are safety glasses, mesh gloves/aprons, frocks, steel-toed boots, hard hats, face shields, surgical masks, and, in some cases, fall protection. The applicant who fills this position will be eligible for the following:
• Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begins the first day of the month after 30 days of employment.
• Paid Time Off vacation and company-observed holidays.
• 401(k): Company match starts after the first year of service and follows the Company vesting schedule.
• Competitive Base Salary
• Employee Meat purchase discounts
• Education Reimbursement for you
• Free tuition for your dependents
• Growth opportunities into different roles and functions
• Childcare Assistance

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled