Maintenance Technician I — Food Processing Equipment

Simmons Foods; Van Buren (AR); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Simmons Foods in Van Buren, AR seeks a qualified Equipment Maintenance Technician to repair, service and troubleshoot plant equipment to support continuous production.

The role requires hands-on experience with welding, electrical or mechanical repair, refrigeration or hydraulics, and good English communication. High school diploma or equivalent preferred; poultry/food processing industry experience favored.

Qualifications

• Experience or vocational training in welding, electrical or mechanical repair.
• Knowledge of refrigeration or hydraulics.
• Fluent English in written and spoken form.
• Minimum education: High School Diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Repair, replace, or repair equipment to meet production requirements.
• Consult with engineers and vendors as needed.
• Participate in layout work for projects and troubleshoot equipment.
• Ensure safety compliance with company policies and regulations.
• Participate in team development and communicate improvements to the team.

Skills

Welding

Electrical repair

Mechanical repair

Refrigeration

Hydraulics

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

English language proficiency

Job description

Simmons Foods in Van Buren, AR seeks a qualified Equipment Maintenance Technician to repair, service and troubleshoot plant equipment to support continuous production.

The role requires hands-on experience with welding, electrical or mechanical repair, refrigeration or hydraulics, and good English communication. High school diploma or equivalent preferred; poultry/food processing industry experience favored.