Maintenance Technician

• Department:
  Operations

When it comes to being wild, we know a thing or two. We're not afraid of trying something new or the hard work it takes to make it happen. It's in our DNA. We've turned a family recipe into a new snacking category. And the wilderness into the world's largest meat snack business, that's still proudly family owned and operated.

We're a company built by innovators, and are driven to not only satisfy your hunger, but to also feed your journey – whether that journey is on the road, on the run, at the campground, at the playground, in the office or in the moment. It’s a journey we share with you. It’s the journey forward of our people, of our communities, of our category…with a reverence for quality and an irreverence for the status quo.

At Jack Link's Protein Snacks, we see every moment of every day as an opportunity to move forward, to forge new ground. To realize our vision of becoming the World’s #1 Protein Snack Company. We never give up. You never give up. Together, we keep going. Are you wild enough to join us?

Jack Link's Protein Snacks is a global leader in snacking and the No. 1 meat snack manufacturer worldwide. Family-owned and operated with headquarters in Minong, Wisconsin, Jack Link’s Protein Snacks also has a large corporate hub in Downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota. The company is made up of over 4,000 passionate team members, across 11 countries, who share an uncompromising commitment to delivering awesome products and feeding the journey of those who move things forward.

The Jack Link’s Protein Snacks portfolio of brands includes, Jack Link’s, Lorissa’s Kitchen, BiFi, Peperami, Wild River, Golden Island and Country Fresh Meats.

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The Maintenance Technician’s job is to keep the plant and equipment running in a safe and efficient manner. Maintains and repairs building and equipment. Carries out responsibilities in accordance with company policies and procedures.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties and responsibilities of this position shall consist of, but not be limited to, the following:

Daily work:

• Inspect machines regularly for signs of malfunctions, including visual inspections, listening for irregular noises and conducting scheduled testing as appropriate.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and service for each piece of equipment, complete daily Work Order documentation and enter into CMMS system.
• Collaboration with site managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventative maintenance schedules.
• Routine inspection of tools and maintenance equipment.
• Use a variety of power and hand tools to perform job functions.
• Install, assemble and test new machines and equipment.

Troubleshooting:

• Monitor, identify and respond promptly to signs of malfunction in machinery such as changes in performance, temperature fluctuations, sounds, smells or atypical energy usage; perform troubleshooting for production machinery.
• Perform emergency repairs on various types of machinery, including mechanical, electric and hydraulic; identify and replace worn or damaged parts in a timely manner.
• Diagnosis of mechanical and electrical system issues.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical machinery.

General:

• Reading, interpreting, and following instructions and operation manuals.
• Maintain machinery and the adjacent workplace in a state of appropriate cleanliness.
• Assist with inventory control.
• Maintain the shop, mechanical room, and the interior/exterior of the plant.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.
• Perform all duties within OSHA and company safety standards; LOTO, wear PPE and maintain safety equipment.
• Ensure safety devices are installed and working properly.
• Follow good manufacturing practices and HACCP training, along with company SOP’s, and SSOP’s.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.

Required Experience:
Knowledge of the materials, tools, methods, and techniques used in the mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic trades. Basic understanding of motors, and controllers, hydraulics and pneumatics, plumbing. Basic understanding of PLC I/O. Basic…