Night-Shift Maintenance Tech I — Food Processing

Simmons Pet Food, Inc.; Emporia (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Simmons Pet Food, Inc. is seeking a maintenance professional to support the Emporia facility, focusing on equipment repair and preventative maintenance to ensure efficient production. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and adherence to company operating systems and policies.

Qualified candidates will have welding/electrical/mechanical repair or refrigeration experience and be able to lift heavy objects, with preference for poultry/food processing exposure.

Qualifications

• Experience or vocational training in welding, electrical or mechanical repair, and refrigeration or hydraulics.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent; must read, write, speak and understand English.
• Preference for poultry or food processing organization.
• Able to lift 75-150 pounds and work in extreme temperatures and noisy environments.
• Strong communication, teamwork and safety awareness in line with company policies.

Responsibilities

• Repairs, replaces, corrects or affects equipment to ensure operation per production requirements.
• Consults with Engineers and vendors; performs project layouts and equipment troubleshooting.
• Meets safety requirements per Simmons policies and government regulations.
• Participates in team initiatives, supports cross-team collaboration and communicates effectively.
• Adheres to Simmons operating systems principles and contributes to continuous improvements.
• Performs other duties to support business objectives as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Decision quality

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Welding

Electrical repair

Mechanical repair

Refrigeration

Hydraulics

Job description

Simmons Pet Food, Inc. is seeking a maintenance professional to support the Emporia facility, focusing on equipment repair and preventative maintenance to ensure efficient production. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and adherence to company operating systems and policies.

Qualified candidates will have welding/electrical/mechanical repair or refrigeration experience and be able to lift heavy objects, with preference for poultry/food processing exposure.