Poultry Plant Maintenance Trainee

Wayne Farms LLC; Alabama; On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne Farms LLC in Alabama is seeking a maintenance technician responsible for the maintenance and repair of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic and conveying systems in our poultry processing plant. You will perform preventative and predictive maintenance using blueprints and diagrams to ensure equipment operates within specifications.

Under limited supervision you will diagnose and fix complex mechanical and electrical issues, participate in safety programs, and train entry level staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in industrial machinery maintenance and repair.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, drawings and schematics required.
• Intermediate math and computer skills.
• Ability to operate/use basic hand and power tools.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair mechanical, electromechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment and conveyors.
• Identify root causes of complex issues and repairs using welding, fabrication, pipefitting and electrical/process control knowledge.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment as scheduled.
• Search for and present ideas for permanent fix for recurring mechanical or electrical problems.
• Identify and correct unsafe conditions; notify appropriate personnel and request assistance if unable to correct on own.
• Assist with maintaining a file of blueprints and operating manuals and procedures as needed.
• Work in compliance with all company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.
• Train entry level employees as needed.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

English communication

Self-motivation

Shift work readiness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

NOCTI Mechanical/Electrical Level I certified

NOCTI Mechanical/Electrical Level II certified

Tools

Welding

Fabrication

Pipefitting

Electrical troubleshooting

Job description

Wayne Farms LLC in Alabama is seeking a maintenance technician responsible for the maintenance and repair of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic and conveying systems in our poultry processing plant. You will perform preventative and predictive maintenance using blueprints and diagrams to ensure equipment operates within specifications.

Under limited supervision you will diagnose and fix complex mechanical and electrical issues, participate in safety programs, and train entry level staff.