MAINTENANCE TECH FEED MILL

Butterball; Turkey (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Butterball is seeking a multiskilled Maintenance Technician to provide mechanical support across our North Carolina production facilities. You will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic and welding systems to keep equipment running safely and efficiently.

You will read blueprints and work orders, train others, and implement process improvements. The role requires hands-on problem solving, self-direction, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds in a fast-paced food

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in at least one maintenance discipline.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Certificate/Diploma in Industrial Maintenance or similar area strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and repairs electrical, electronics, pneumatics, hydraulics, and welding systems.
• Performs preventive maintenance and replaces worn parts.
• Interprets blueprints, schematics, and work orders for repairs.
• Trains operators and IMTs on preventive maintenance tasks.
• Proposes process improvements to increase equipment uptime.
• Maintains safety and food safety compliance.

Skills

Electrical & electronics

Pneumatics & hydraulics

Welding & fabrication

Troubleshooting & diagnostic tools

Preventive maintenance

Teamwork & communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Industrial Maintenance certificate

Tools

Ladder logic troubleshooting

Voltmeters

Welding equipment (MIG/TIG)

Job description

Provide mechanical support service in response to operational changes resulting from malfunction, breakdown, relocation, replacement or other modification of existing mechanical systems and/or equipment.

At Butterball, we exist to help people pass love on. As the most recognized name in turkey, the brand represents more than 60 years of cherished memories, providing quality, great tasting products that make meals something to celebrate every day.  We proudly believe that life at Butterball means having a team who supports you, having the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, and making an impact on the health of others daily.  

Whether you choose to work at one of our five (5) manufacturing facilities in NC, AR, MO, farms in AR, NC, and KS, corporate office in NC, IL, or in the field, we believe we have an opportunity for everyone to succeed.   At Butterball, we believe in fostering a culture where every team member is valued, has the opportunity to grow professionally and contribute to our success.  

Key Responsibilities

• Performs a wide range of complex tasks involving electrical, electronics, pneumatics, hydraulics, welding, and fabrication of repair parts necessary to keep our equipment and process operating optimally. This is a multi-craft role requiring the ability to learn and stay current with the technical needs of our equipment/plant.
• Troubleshoots and repairs various pieces of equipment using several diagnostic skills/tools (ladder logic, volt meters, etc.).
• Performs preventive maintenance tasks ranging from lubricating wear points to changing out blades.
• Tears down and reassembles equipment in support of our food safety initiatives.
• Supports and provides training to other IMTs, Machine Operators and Production Associates in the proper running and completion of preventive maintenance tasks.
• Interprets specifications, blueprints, schematics, and work orders in performing duties.
• Suggests changes in processes to increase equipment uptime (reliability) while ensuring it is operating at optimal levels. Is committed to continuous improvement.
• Acts in a manner that is consistent with Butterball’s core values. Must be able to work in both teams and on an individual basis in performing this role. Must be self-directed and focused on utilizing time efficiently.
• Utilizes and adheres to various company policies to include safety and food safety regulations.
• Accurately tracks work assignments (time), accounts for parts and completes required paperwork.
• Acts as backfill in operating production equipment on an as needed basis.
• Responsible for performing all duties as assigned by management.
• Regular attendance is an essential function of the position.

Minimum Qualifications (Educations & Experience)

• 2 years of previous experience working in at least one maintenance discipline
• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Certificate/Diploma in Industrial Maintenance or similar area strongly preferred.

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Follow diagrams, operation manuals, manufacturing instructions and troubleshooting malfunctions
• Communicate with all levels in organization
• Ability to work independently to make decisions with minimal supervision
• Ability to read and understand written instructions
• Basic Mathematical Skills
• Ability to lift to 50 pounds
• Good Communication

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Weld equipment and parts using mig, tig, and stick methods.
• Perform mill/lathe work as needed.
• Perform plumbing work as needed.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, an IMT is frequently required to stand, walk, have hands/finger dexterity, reach with hands/arms, stoop, crouch, kneel, crawl, climb, speak and hear.
• The IMT is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Working Conditions & Travel Requirements

• Work is performed in a food processing plant with a high noise level, storage coolers/facilities.
• Work assignments may range across the entirety of the plant complex, including non-refrigerated and refrigerated areas, with temperatures that range from -20 degrees Fahrenheit to 90+ degrees Fahrenheit.
• Position requires working around processing plant equipment.
• Must wear the required PPE to include steel toe shoes, safety glasses, hardhat, safety vest, gloves, and hearing protection.
• The noise level of the office environment is usually moderate; the noise level in the manufacturing environment may exceed 85 DBA and require hearing protection.
• May work with raw and/or cooked meat.

Disclaimer

We embrace equal opportunity employment. Butterball is committed to the fair and impartial treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without regard to gender, age, race, religion, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law.

This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of Butterball’s Drug/Alcohol Screening & Testing Policy. Details will be provided to individuals who receive a conditional job offer, or upon request.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of what is required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not imply or establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

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