Maintenance Technician II; 3rd Shift

Maintenance Technician II (3rd Shift) at Perdue Farms

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Summary

Join our team as a Level II Maintenance Technician. You will collaborate with a dedicated and diverse team to support safe and smooth plant operations by continuously improving our machinery and maintenance reliability. You will also have an opportunity to grow in your role and learn on the job while you receive additional maintenance certifications and training. Associates in the Maintenance Tech II classification are required to have previous experience and knowledge of the fundamentals of industrial maintenance and systems, which is typically attained through the Maintenance Technician I classification and certification.

Principal And Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs a broader range of duties, more technically complex tasks, expected to set an example of professional efficiency, demonstrates a higher degree of independence, and may occasionally provide technical direction to less experienced maintenance staff.
• Must be able to demonstrate/achieve and maintain Maintenance Tech II proficiency within 10 months of hire.
• Provides equipment maintenance, interventions, and repairs, and conducts preventive machinery maintenance.
• Performs intermediate level troubleshooting, repairs, and maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Provides Operators with support around machine overall equipment reliability.
• May assist in troubleshooting equipment set up and production changeover.
• Responds to equipment breakdowns in a timely manner. Recognizes and reports unusual, inefficient, or dangerous mechanical and electrical situations. Maintains work records and prepares clear and concise oral and written report.
• Understands and follows all safety standards and quality protocols to ensure production exceeds the standards. Utilizes appropriate safety precautions, methods, and apparatus to minimize and withstand exposure to chemicals.
• Works all required work schedules. Day travel to nearby locations is sometimes required.

Minimum Education

High School Diploma or GED.
2-yr Technical Degree in Engineering or Industrial Maintenance is preferred.

Experience Requirements

3-5 Years experience in Industrial maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs on Mechanical and Electrical Equipment, and/or Equivalent military experience. Intermediate Proficiency in Hydraulics, Mechanics, Electrical, Welding and Rigging. Commitment to Continuous Learning to achieve increasing levels of expertise.

Environmental Factors And Physical Requirements

Position is active. On the plant floor activities such as troubleshooting and re-design of existing systems are routine. May need to move equipment occasionally. May need to access files, supplies and equipment. Position requires an associate to have the ability to move throughout the complex and all facilities. When in a plant environment:
Exposure primarily consists of wet and moist floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces. May be exposed to temperatures of 28 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with both ambient and 100% humidity. May handle product 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit. May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db to 110 db. May be exposed to all chemicals used in poultry, food, processing facility.

Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company.

Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Management and Manufacturing

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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