Night-Shift Maintenance Technician (Industrial/Food Processing)

Simmons Pet Food; Emporia (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Simmons Pet Food is seeking a maintenance-oriented professional to assist in equipment repair and preventative maintenance in our Emporia facility. The role requires troubleshooting and collaboration with engineers, vendors, and team members to ensure production efficiency and safety.

Applicants should have vocational training in welding, electrical or mechanical repair, refrigeration or hydraulics, and be able to read, write, and communicate in English.

Qualifications

• Experience or vocational training in welding, electrical or mechanical repair, and refrigeration or hydraulics.
• Must read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Physical ability to lift/move 75-150 pounds; work in extreme temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Repairs, replaces, or corrects equipment to ensure it operates efficiently.
• Consults with Engineers and vendors for project layout and troubleshooting.
• Meets safety requirements and adheres to Simmons policies and government regulations.
• Participates in team activities, communicates, and supports team objectives to achieve synergy.
• Familiar with Simmons operating systems and LEAN principles and communicates concerns for improvement.
• Performs other duties to support business objectives as needed.

Skills

Welding

Electrical repair

Mechanical repair

Refrigeration

Hydraulics

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Simmons Pet Food is seeking a maintenance-oriented professional to assist in equipment repair and preventative maintenance in our Emporia facility. The role requires troubleshooting and collaboration with engineers, vendors, and team members to ensure production efficiency and safety.

Applicants should have vocational training in welding, electrical or mechanical repair, refrigeration or hydraulics, and be able to read, write, and communicate in English.