Maintenance Mechanic A- 3rd shift

Perdue Farms; Sioux Center (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Third shift

Job summary

Perdue Farms is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic I in Sioux Center, IA to keep production running by maintaining and repairing plant equipment. This hands-on role requires the ability to troubleshoot and perform preventive maintenance on assigned systems, with a 3rd shift from 10pm to 8am and a $5,000 sign-on bonus.

Minimum education includes vocational/technical training with 3–4 years in maintenance and a high school diploma; emergency response and safety procedures are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Vocational/technical training in maintenance; 3–4 years preferred.
• Reading, writing and math skills are required.
• Experience with preventive maintenance and repairs is expected.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular adjustments, calibrations and repairs.
• Respond to emergency breakdowns quickly according to safety rules.
• Be the subject matter expert for the assigned plant area and equipment.
• Coordinate with planning for parts and repairs as needed.
• Read and interpret equipment blueprints and manuals for troubleshooting.
• Support safe and efficient plant operations.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Reading schematics

Education

Vocational/technical training

High School diploma

Tools

Blueprint interpretation

Job description

Perdue’s Emerging Brands & Specialty Meats division leverages our core strengths in poultry while specializing in premium pork, beef, lamb, and pet nutrition segments while emphasizing health, sustainability, and convenience. Perdue's Emerging Brands & Specialty Meats is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.

Keep production running smoothly by maintaining and improving the equipment that powers our operations. As a Maintenance Mechanic I, you will perform preventive maintenance, repairs, calibrations, and installations while supporting equipment reliability within a designated area of the facility. You will serve as a subject matter expert for your assigned process, helping troubleshoot issues and ensure consistent performance. This role is ideal for a hands-on, mechanically inclined professional who enjoys problem solving, working with equipment, and contributing to safe, efficient operations.

This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of $5,000, rewarding your decision to join the team and contribute to our success.

Schedule: M-F, 3rd shift 10pm-8am

• Perform regular adjustments, calibrations and repairs from departmental demands both during production and non-production hours.
• Respond to emergency breakdowns and needs in a timely manner within OSHA lockout/tagout and Perdue safety requirements.
• Hold operational knowledge of assigned plant area as well as position class knowledge.
• Be the subject matter expert on assigned equipment.
• Respond to processing manager’s needs and requests on an as needed basis or through work assignments as assigned by the Plant Manager.
• Read and interpret equipment blueprints, schematic, and operators’ manuals for troubleshooting purposes.
• Communicate with the planning department for all recommended repairs, and or parts that would need to be ordered.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Vocational/technical school or equivalent training for 3-4 years in four areas on the maintenance classification requirements.
• Reading, writing, and math skills.

Preferred Education and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 3 - 4 years of prior related experience.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

• Exposure to plant seasonal weather and temperatures.
• Noise exposure to 85 db. or more.
• Exposure to chlorinated water of 20 ppm.
• Ability to move throughout the plant on a regular basis.
• Ability to bend, stoop and lift objects as needed.
• Must wear required personal protective equipment.

Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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