Osceola Foods - Industrial Maintenance Mechanic - 2nd Shift

Hormel Foods; Osceola (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a modern food processing facility as an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic! This role involves maintaining and improving production equipment, ensuring efficiency and safety in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will possess strong problem-solving skills and a background in industrial maintenance or technical training. With opportunities for overtime and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and 401(k) matching, this position offers a rewarding career path. Embrace diversity and contribute to a supportive workplace culture while making a significant impact in the food industry.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental and vision plan

401(k) with company matching

Pay-for-performance bonuses

Employee assistance and wellness plan

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Vacation and holiday pay

Educational assistance

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• Candidates must complete a maintenance assessment during the interview.
• Experience in food manufacturing or related fields is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform proactive and reactive maintenance on production equipment.
• Modify existing equipment to meet production needs.
• Communicate progress effectively with team members.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Decision-making skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Written communication skills

Verbal communication skills

Education

Technical school training

Relevant experience as Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Tools

Welding equipment

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Job description

Osceola Food, LLC has an opening for an experienced Industrial Maintenance Mechanic. Successful candidates will work in our modern food processing production facility located in Osceola, Iowa, and enjoy competitive wages along with a comprehensive benefits package. Industrial Maintenance Mechanics are given regular performance reviews and annual salary reviews. Vacancies are typically on 2nd or 3rd shift with opportunities for overtime. Some vacancies may also have a 3/2/2 rotating schedule working 12 hour shifts. Specific schedules will be discussed during the interview process.

Responsibilities:

• Perform proactive and reactive maintenance on all production equipment, buildings, and grounds
• Use knowledge and skill to produce equipment and modify existing equipment to meet the needs of the production teams
• Perform the necessary work with a minimum of direct supervision to identify and solve problems
• Use communication skills to keep Team Leaders, Maintenance Engineers and fellow team members informed of their progress
• Practice safe working procedures in accordance with safety policies of Osceola Food, LLC
• Perform other tasks as assigned by management

Qualifications:

• Candidates will complete a maintenance assessment during the interview process
• Qualified candidates will have either previous relevant experience as an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic, or related field, or training at an accredited technical school
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to work in a team environment on a variety of complex projects
• Well-developed interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills

Applicants must be willing and capable of:

• Standing in one spot on a work stand or at a work station except during breaks and lunches
• Climbing up and down 50 steps to both enter/exit the facility and to/from production floor
• The ability to frequently lift 50 pounds and frequently bend and twist
• Working on short notice, working 8 to 12 hours per day, work several days in a row if our business dictates and work mandatory overtime throughout the week and weekend
• Working a day, evening, third, weekend, or 12-hour rotating A or B 3-2-2 shift (Work 3 days, take 2 off, work 2 days, take 3 off)
• Working in average temperatures of 35-45 degrees or less
• Working with different types of raw, chilled, processed, or ready-to-eat meats
• Following our strict sanitation requirements, including but not limited to, wearing hair nets, beard nets, and washing hands frequently, no jewelry, no nail polish, etc.
• Following our strict safety requirements, including wearing a hard hat, ear/eye protection, vinyl gloves, uniforms, and hand/foot protection
• Practicing safe working procedures in accordance with safety policies of Osceola Food, LLC

Preferred Experience:

• Welding and working with food processing equipment
• Working knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Prior food manufacturing or food industry experience

The Osceola Food, LLC benefits package includes a comprehensive health insurance plan, prescription drug plan, dental and vision plan, flex spending account, 401(k) with company matching, pay-for-performance bonuses, employee assistance and wellness plan, life insurance, short-term disability, vacation and holiday pay, and educational assistance. Some positions qualify for relocation assistance.

Hormel Foods Corporation, in association with Osceola Food, LLC, is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

At Hormel we invite difference and diversity in all aspects. We offer a space of support, understanding, and community. We are committed to the journey! Learn more about our progress here: https://www.hormelfoods.com/about/diversity-and-inclusion/