Industrial Maintenance Technician

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Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join Cargill's global team of 160,000 employees who are committed to safe, responsible and sustainable ways to nourish the world. This position is in Cargill’s protein and salt business, where we provide wholesome, high-quality food products to a wide range of customers, from food service operators and grocery stores to manufacturers and exporters.

Job Location: Hazleton, PA

Job Type: Full Time

Shift(s) Available: 2nd

Compensation: $24.75 - $38.75/hr

Benefits Information

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Health and Wellness Incentives
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• 401(k) with Cargill matching contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts

Principal Accountabilities

• Through supervisor requests, conduct hands‑on training of machine operators within the Ground Beef Department

• Respond to and follow up on reactive maintenance calls in the plant

• Conduct preventative maintenance (PM) and follow‑up repairs from PMs within the facility

• Conduct daily line assignments by receiving a PM and walking assigned lines within the assigned department

• All other duties as assigned, including maintenance assistance as needed in the entire facility

Required Qualifications

• At least one year of experience troubleshooting electrical and mechanical issues on industrial equipment
• At least one year of experience using hand tools such as drill press, hand drill, wrenches, threading machines, etc.
• At least two years of experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in Industrial Electricity I, II, and III
• Certification in Motor Controls
• Experience troubleshooting with PLC’s
• Working knowledge of fluid power, hydraulics, and pneumatics
• Previous experience with Precision Maintenance
• Bi Lingual in English/Spanish
• One year of experience TIG Welding
• Building Trades (Drywall repair, spackling, Plumbing)
• Ammonia refrigeration experience
• Ammonia certifications

Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet