Maintenance Trainee

Wayne-Sanderson Farms; Jack (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne-Sanderson Farms is looking for a Maintenance Technician located in Jack, Alabama. The role involves providing general and preventive maintenance for food manufacturing equipment and requires a comprehensive skill set including experience in ammonia systems and knowledge of regulatory requirements in the food industry.

The ideal candidate should have 2+ years of industrial maintenance experience and be proficient in technical drawings and Microsoft Applications. Flexibility in work hours is essential, as is the ability to work in varying environmental conditions.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in industrial maintenance.
• 3+ years of relevant maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years of experience with ammonia systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide general and preventive maintenance in food manufacturing equipment.
• Maintain personal protective equipment and comply with regulations.
• Work in various environments, including wet and cold conditions.

Skills

General and preventive maintenance

Machinery knowledge (poultry processing)

Ability to read technical drawings

Proficient in PM Systems and Microsoft Applications

Communication skills

Willingness to work flexible hours

Ability to lift up to 100 lbs

Education

Associate’s Degree or Technical Certificate

Job description

Primary Function

Provide general and preventive maintenance in food manufacturing industry equipment, and have basic knowledge of tools and equipment, and how to use them. Must always use and maintain personal protective equipment, and work in compliance with all company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines, and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.

Minimum Skill Levels And Work Experience

• General and preventive maintenance experience in food manufacturing industry.
• 2+ years previous experience in industrial maintenance.
• Able to speak, read, write, and comprehend English fluently.
• Able to work any day including Saturday or Sunday if needed.
• Basic knowledge of machinery including 1st processing poultry machinery, de-boning, and marination equipment.
• Associate’s Degree or Technical Certificate (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years relevant maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years experience with ammonia systems.
• Able to read technical drawings.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements, especially those governing the food industry.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of interpersonal skills.
• Proficient computer skills with a focus on PM Systems and Microsoft Applications.
• Intermediate computer skills.
• Willingness to take breaks at flexible times.
• Occasionally lift up to 100 lbs.
• Frequently and constantly walks throughout the facility.
• Frequently stoops, kneels, and crawls.
• Climbs occasionally.
• Constantly subject to extremely wet and cold environments as well as wet and hot environments.

Preferred Skill Levels And Work Experience

• General and preventive maintenance experience in poultry industry.
• 2+ years previous experience in industrial maintenance.
• DSI experience.
• Ammonia/Refrigeration skills and experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.