MAINTENANCE MECHANIC HOURLY

JBS Foods; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

JBS Foods is seeking a skilled Industrial Maintenance Mechanic to join our team in Louisville, KY. This role focuses on keeping our high-speed production lines running safely and efficiently through proactive maintenance and rapid issue resolution.

The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical aptitude, the ability to read and interpret technical diagrams, and experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, pumps, and conveyors.

Qualifications

• Must pass a mechanical knowledge test.
• Ability to communicate in English
• Physical requirements: Climb ladders, lift heavy objects, work with a variety of hand tools, power tools, and shop machinery.
• Work environment: Must be able to work in areas of extreme heat and cold conditions.
• These are evening and night shift positions
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2 – 3 years of industrial mechanic experience in a food industry environment preferred.
• Basic computer skills a plus.
• No licenses required; training provided.
• Position requires a drug test and background check.
• Ability to learn quickly, make sound decisions, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong teamwork skills and willingness to perform a variety of tasks

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair high-speed manufacturing and packaging equipment, including hydraulics, pneumatics, pumps, valves, cylinders, case formers, labeling equipment, fillers, and conveyors.
• Perform welding tasks (Stainless Steel, MIG, TIG) as needed.
• Conduct routine maintenance and repairs to ensure optimal equipment performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical and electrical issues on production equipment.
• Perform Labeling and Tagging of systems and/or checks for verifications.
• Support the plant equipment, and maintaining a safe plant meeting all federal, state and local environment requirements.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

English proficiency

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Problem solving

Learning quickly

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Shop machinery

Job description

Description

MAINTENANCE MECHANIC HOURLY

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must pass a mechanical knowledge test.
• Ability to communicate in English
• Physical requirements: Climb ladders, lift heavy objects, work with a variety of hand tools, power tools, and shop machinery.
• Work environment: Must be able to work in areas of extreme heat and cold conditions.
• These are evening and night shift positions
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2 – 3 years of industrial mechanic experience in a food industry environment preferred.
• Basic computer skills a plus.
• No licenses required; training provided.
• Position requires a drug test and background check.
• Ability to learn quickly, make sound decisions, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong teamwork skills and willingness to perform a variety of tasks

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain and repair high-speed manufacturing and packaging equipment, including hydraulics, pneumatics, pumps, valves, cylinders, case formers, labeling equipment, fillers, and conveyors.
• Perform welding tasks (Stainless Steel, MIG, TIG) as needed.
• Conduct routine maintenance and repairs to ensure optimal equipment performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical and electrical issues on production equipment.
• Perform Labeling and Tagging of systems and/or checks for verifications.
• Support the plant equipment, and maintaining a safe plant meeting all federal, state and local environment requirements.

General Summary

JBS is seeking a skilled Industrial Maintenance Mechanic to join our team. This role is critical to ensure the reliability, safety, and efficiency of our high-speed production equipment. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Our core values

Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity

EOE/Vets/Disability