Maintenance Technician

Fiorella's Jack Stack BBQ; Alma (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Fiorella's Jack Stack BBQ is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot and repair equipment across the plant, including the RAW area, Smoke House, and RTE. The role requires diagnosing issues, coordinating with external service technicians when needed, and maintaining documentation for PM programs.

Hygiene, safety and food safety guidelines are essential. The position involves supporting equipment startup and upgrades, keeping the workspace organized, and

Qualifications

• 3–5 years maintenance experience preferred.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with motors, pumps, and conveyors.
• Ability to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed, and accuracy.
• Ability to be self-motivated and take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Perform PM, troubleshooting and maintenance on all equipment in RAW, Smoke House, RTE, Building and grounds areas.
• Diagnose and call outside service technicians if needed.
• Maintain, diagnose, and assist technician on Refrigeration system.
• Maintain all PM maintenance program logs and audits.
• Inform management promptly of problems or significant concerns.
• Assist with pre-op of equipment and start-up of new equipment or upgrades.
• Maintain a neat, clean, organized, safe and comfortable environment.
• Assist with root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain spare parts inventory.
• Follow safety/food safety guidelines and company policies.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Industrial equipment

Job description

Responsible for all maintenance of JBQ plant. Must execute the highest standards of shift performance and maintenance while maintaining a clean, sanitary and safe work environment. Hours may vary depending on production schedule.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Perform PM, trouble shooting and maintenance on all equipment in RAW, Smoke House, RTE, Building and grounds areas.
• Ability to diagnose and call outside service technician if needed
• Maintain, diagnose, and assist technician on Refrigeration system
• Maintains all documentation and logs for PM maintenance program (Open Wrench) and audits
• Inform management promptly of all problems or significant concerns
• Assists with pre-op of equipment
• Continuously maintains a neat, clean, organized, safe and comfortable environment.
• Support installation and start-up of new equipment or upgrades
• Assist with root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintains spare parts inventory
• Follows all safety / food safety guidelines
• Adheres to all company standards, policies, and procedures.
• In addition, other duties may be assigned as the needs arise.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND ABILITIES

• 3-5 years maintenance experience preferred
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Experience with industrial equipment such as motors, pumps, and conveyors
• Familiarity with food safety and sanitation standards (HACCP/USDA preferred)
• Ability to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed, and accuracy.
• Ability to be self-motivated and take initiative.
• Ability to prioritize and organize work assignments.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Requires adherence to strict hygiene and food safety regulations.
• Meat processing facility with exposure to cold, wet, hot and noisy conditions
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the job, including bending, reaching, stooping, twisting, lifting, standing, walking, repetitive motion and the use of heavy machinery.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to frequent changes that occur on the production line.
• Use of protective clothing such as gloves, smocks, hairnets, and steel-toe boots
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs individually
• Plant and Employee Safety
• No piercings or jewelry is allowed on the manufacturing floor
• Safety Processes and protocol must be followed at all times
• The safety of ergonomics and lifting practices must be followed at all times.
• Any injury must be reported to management immediately
• Dedicated non-Slip shoes must be worn at all times in the plant
• All Safety Training must be completed within the determined deadline
• Lock Out Tag Out processes must be followed at all times
• The use of provided GMP’s and PPE must be worn before entering the production floor – examples include: Cut gloves, Safety Glasses, Hairnet, Beard nets, Gloves, and Smocks.
• The correct color-coded Smocks must be worn in the identified area of the plant
• Blue – RAW Only
• White – General Production Floor

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND INCLUSION STATEMENT

Jack Stack BBQ is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind.

Jack Stack BBQ is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.