Maintenance Mechanic - 1st Shift

West Liberty Foods; West Liberty (IA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading food manufacturing company, where your skills as a Maintenance Mechanic will ensure the smooth operation of industrial equipment. This full-time role offers a collaborative environment and the opportunity to work with advanced machinery. With a competitive starting wage and the potential for overtime, you will play a crucial role in maintaining high-quality production standards. If you are ready to take on challenges in a fast-paced setting, this position is perfect for you, allowing you to grow your career while contributing to a vital industry.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in mechanical field preferred.
• Ability to work in varying temperature conditions.
• Experience in food manufacturing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain operation of industrial manufacturing equipment.
• Complete preventative maintenance tasks.
• Install pneumatic and hydraulic systems as needed.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventative Maintenance

Pneumatic Systems

Hydraulic Systems

Reading Schematics

Programmable Logic Controls

Material Handling

Education

Associates Degree

Tools

Lifts

Material Handling Tools

Job description

Description

OUR TEAM IS OUR BEST ASSET

About West Liberty Foods

West Liberty Foods manufactures hundreds of meat and poultry products that can be found in well-known grocery stores and top restaurant chains nationwide. Recognized as one of the top protein processors in North America, we have the capacity to produce over 650 million pounds of food products per year across our facilities. We are The Surprisingly Big Company, and we're right in your backyard.

Build your career with West Liberty Foods and be a part of an exciting, collaborative team environment!

We are currently hiring for:

Job Title Maintenance Mechanic - 1st Shift

Job Summary: Full Time position available for an experienced Maintenance Mechanic. In this role you will be responsible for supporting production by maintaining operation of industrial manufacturing equipment.

Minimum starting wage is $24.05 per hour, potential to earn up to $30+ per hour.

Job Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining industrial manufacturing equipment.


• Preventative maintenance completion.


• Installing pneumatic and hydraulic systems, control valves, etc.


• Reading schematics


• Basic understanding of Programmable Logic Controls.


• Work order completion.


• Operate lifts and material handling tools as needed.


• Visually inspect and test machinery and equipment as needed.


• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Prefer 2 years of experience in the mechanical field in an industrial or manufacturing setting is preferred.


• Tentative Schedule 6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, may work Saturday.


• Ability to work in varying temperature conditions.


• Basic computer skills such as L2L.


• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.


• Experience in food manufacturing or process is a plus.


• Ability to adjust quickly to changing demands.


• Must be able to climb ladders and do work on aerial work platforms as needed.


• Must be able to work Sunday through Thursday, 10 p.m. to 630 a.m. for their regular schedule. Overtime is scheduled and will be required at times.


• Candidates must successfully pass the post-offer/pre-employment drug test, background screen and physical.

West Liberty Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

West Liberty Foods is committed to providing all team members with predictable work schedules that accommodate the universal need to spend time away from work to rest, relax, and spend time with family and friends. However, as a food manufacturer, West Liberty Foods is responsible for producing perishable products. To help ensure that our food products meet the quality and safety standards our customers expect, team members may, at times, be asked or expected to work overtime, weekends, or holidays. West Liberty Foods remains committed to its overtime, weekend, and holiday pay policies, and will schedule team members for those hours on a volunteer-first basis, whenever possible.

To be considered an applicant for this position, you must apply online on our career site.

Qualifications

Education

Associates of Other (preferred)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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