Mechanical/Electrical 3

Wayne Farms LLC; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne-Sanderson Farms is seeking an experienced maintenance technician to troubleshoot and repair electrical, power distribution and electromechanical systems on our poultry processing equipment. You will interpret blueprints and diagrams to ensure equipment operates within specifications and tolerances.

Responsibilities include preventative maintenance, identifying root causes, welding or fabricating as needed, and training junior staff, while complying with safety policies and NCC Animal

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• NOCTI Level 1 & 2 certification required; Level 3 certification required.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in industrial machinery preventive maintenance and repair.
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Independently troubleshoot reported problems.
• Repair and maintain electrical, power distribution and electromechanical systems, PLC, process and machine controls, pumps and mechanical equipment.
• Identify root cause of complex electrical/mechanical issues and perform repairs (welding, fabrication, pipefitting).
• Notify appropriate personnel if further attention is required.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment as scheduled.
• Train lower level employees as needed.
• Maintain compliance with safety policies and company policies.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

PLC

Blueprints & schematics

Welding

Pipefitting

English

Self-motivation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

NOCTI Level 1 & 2 certified

NOCTI Level 3 certified

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Primary Function

Primarily responsible for troubleshooting and maintaining basic electrical, power distribution and electromechanical systems, basic process and machine controls, pumps, mechanical equipment, advanced pneumatic and hydraulic equipment and conveying systems. Use blueprints and diagrams to verify that all equipment is operating within required specifications and tolerances. May perform periodic testing and inspections, troubleshooting and repairs. Performs all work in compliance with company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.

Role & Responsibilities

• Independently troubleshoot reported problems
• Repair and maintain electrical, power distribution and electromechanical systems, PLC, process and machine controls, pumps and mechanical equipment pneumatic and hydraulic equipment and conveying systems, including installing and maintaining basic AC and DC controls, lighting, electrical systems using blueprints and schematic drawings to ensure equipment is performing safely to required specifications
• Identify root cause of complex/difficult mechanical and electrical issues and repair using welding, fabrication, basic pipefitting and electrical/process control knowledge
• Notify appropriate personnel if further attention is required
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment as scheduled
• Search for and present ideas for permanent fix to reoccurring mechanical or electrical problems
• Identify unsafe conditions and corrects; request assistance if unable to correct on own
• Assist with maintaining a file of blueprints and operating manuals and procedures as needed
• Train lower level employees as needed
• Work in compliance with all company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations
• All other duties as assigned

Education & Certifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• NOCTI Mechanical/Electrical test, Level 1 and 2 certified Pass
• NOCTI Mechanical/Electrical test, Level 3 required

Experience & Skills

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in industrial machinery preventative maintenance and repair, mechanical and electrical knowledge a must
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, drawings and schematics required
• Intermediate math and computer skills
• Ability to operate/use hand and power tools required
• Experience with welding, pipefitting and/or fabrication required
• Ability to comprehend and communicate in English required
• Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays and extended shift hours
• Sound work ethic, honesty and moral character

Safety Requirements

• Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times in areas where required

Physical Requirements

• Stand up to 8 hours
• Lift up to 60 lbs
• May be exposed to heat (99ºF, 37ºC) and cold (45ºF, 4ºC)
• Exposure to wet and dusty environment
• Frequently reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling and crawling
• Roll and push buggies (~1,000 lbs.)
• Work around raw, live animal odors

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.

A career that makes an amazing difference starts at Wayne-Sanderson Farms.

Formed from two leading poultry companies with humble roots in farm supply and feed manufacturing, Wayne-Sanderson Farms is built on over a century’s worth of industry expertise and excellence in operation. Our family at Wayne-Sanderson Farms is now more than 26,000 team members and over 2,000 family farmers strong, and still growing as the nation’s third largest poultry producer. By starting your career with a leader in the industry, you can develop your skills in a wide variety of operations while enjoying unique benefits such as our professional development opportunities.