Maintenance Technician – Food Processing & Equipment Repair

Simmons Foods, Inc.; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Simmons Foods, Inc. in Fort Smith, AR seeks a Maintenance Technician to repair, troubleshoot and maintain production equipment in a poultry processing environment.

The role involves work with welding, electrical or mechanical systems and requires adherence to safety and quality standards. English proficiency and formal vocational training are preferred, with background in food processing considered advantageous.

Qualifications

• Must have good command of English in written and spoken form.
• Experience or vocational training in welding, electrical or mechanical repair, and refrigeration or hydraulics.

Responsibilities

• Repairs, replaces, corrects or affects equipment to ensure proper operation per production needs.
• Consults with engineers and vendors and performs layout work as needed; troubleshoots equipment.
• Ensures safety requirements are met in accordance with Simmons policies and government regulations.
• Participates in team initiatives, supports cohesiveness and communicates to improve collaboration.
• Familiar with Simmons operating systems and supports quality, security, and LEAN principles.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Simmons Foods, Inc. in Fort Smith, AR seeks a Maintenance Technician to repair, troubleshoot and maintain production equipment in a poultry processing environment.

The role involves work with welding, electrical or mechanical systems and requires adherence to safety and quality standards. English proficiency and formal vocational training are preferred, with background in food processing considered advantageous.