Maintenance Mechanic - Fabrication

American Foods Group, LLC; Wright City (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to ensure the seamless operation of machinery in a dynamic food manufacturing environment. This role involves performing essential maintenance tasks, troubleshooting mechanical issues, and collaborating with various teams to maintain equipment efficiency. With a commitment to safety and quality, the company offers a competitive compensation package, excellent benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. If you're passionate about mechanical systems and eager to contribute to a forward-thinking organization, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k

PTO

Discount Meat Purchase Program

Long & Short Term Disability

Qualifications

• Ability to learn mechanical systems and food manufacturing processes.
• Must be 18 years or older with a high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to operate powered industrial trucks.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety policies and complete assigned PMs.
• Ensure production lines are mechanically sound.
• Dismantle and repair defective machines and equipment.

Skills

General Maintenance

Hydraulic Systems

Pneumatic Systems

Electrical Systems

Welding (TIG, STICK)

Plumbing

Industrial Electrical

Mechanical Systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational Diploma or Technical Diploma

Associate degree from a technical maintenance school

Tools

Forklift

Genie Lift

Scissor Lift

Job description

Overview

Job Summary The Maintenance Mechanic role requires basic knowledge of General Maintenance, Hydraulic Systems, Pneumatic, Electrical and Electronic Systems, and Welding (TIG, STICK). Mechanics must follow all safety and GMP’s for the facility at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow all company safety policies and procedures
• Ensure all assigned daily PM’s are completed
• Ensure production lines are in good mechanical order
• Aid other teams (Production, Quality- when needed)
• Setup and visually inspect and tests machinery and equipment and tear down
• Listens for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to detect malfunction and discusses machine operation variations with supervisors or other personnel to diagnose problems or repair machine
• Dismantles defective machines and equipment and installs new or repaired parts
• Cleans and lubricates shafts, bearings gears, and other parts of machinery
• Repairs and maintains the physical structures of the establishment
• NOTE: this description is not intended to be all inclusive. An employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization; these duties are considered marginal.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications (Required):

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Ability to learn mechanical systems and food manufacturing processes.
• Possess the ability to function effectively in a team environment and interact productively with all levels of team personnel and outside contractors.
• Ability to operate a forklift, genie lift or scissor lift or other powered industrial trucks (PIT).
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to read and execute work order, write daily reports, and translate equipment manuals.
• Read, write, and orally communicate in English and ability to work with no or little supervision.
• Flexibility to work overtime, weekends and holidays as scheduled

Preferred Qualifications:

• Metal fabrication skills
• 1+ years of related experience and/or training in an industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing environment; or 4 years’ direct experience in an industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing maintenance environment.
• Vocational Diploma, Technical Diploma or associate degree from a technical maintenance or school (Preferred)
• Previous management experience in meat slaughter facility
• Bilingual English / Spanish

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Plumbing
• Welding
• Industrial electrical
• Mechanical systems
• Hydraulic and Pneumatic systems

Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk or sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision.

• Occasionally lift and or move up to 70 pounds
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds utilizing the buddy system or specifically designed lifting devices
• Specific vision includes close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.

American Foods Group, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Learn more:EEO is the LawandEEO is the Law Supplement. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact Human Resources at the location(s) where you are applying. American Foods Group, LLC will not discriminate against applicants who inquire about, disclose or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants. Learn more:Pay Transparency. American Foods Group, LLC participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more:E-Verify

Summary

America's Heartland Packing is set to open its doors in early 2025. The 775,000 sq. ft. greenfield project will include a harvest floor, carcass chillers, fabrication area, rendering, further processing area, storage coolers, freezers, and loading docks.

What we offer:

• Competitive total compensation package for you and your family.
• Excellent benefit plan. Benefits include: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flex Spending Accounts, Voluntary Benefits, PTO, 401k, Long & Short Term Disability, Discount Meat Purchase Program, and more!

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