Journeyman 1st Shift

Title: Journeyman

Salary Range: $23.32

Status: Non-Exempt

Days/

Shifts:

1st Shift

Location: Bessemer City, NC

Reports to: Maintenance Manager

Install, maintain, and troubleshoot food processing equipment, motors, and starters. Support the production process by reducing equipment downtime through accurate and effective troubleshooting. Must be able to work under pressure and make repairs in a timely manner.

• Maintain and operate Hayssen packaging equipment or equivalent; troubleshoot and repair Ishida & Yamato scales.
• Must have excellent electrical skills including PLCs, control circuits, and ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
• Complete knowledge of conveyor systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and the ability to successfully maintain equipment.
• Ability to maintain and operate chlorine and ammonia systems.
• Install 460V motors, starters, and disconnects.
• Install control circuits, panels, and program PLCs.
• Experienced with HVAC systems.
• Understanding of 1000
  
  CFM air compressor systems, including air dryers.
• TIG/MIG weld stainless steel in a sanitary environment.
• Excellent electrical circuit troubleshooting skills.
• Proficient using a test meter and megohmmeter.
• Safety training/certifications.
• Perform preventative maintenance on process equipment.
• Must be able to work flexible hours.

• Experience: Must have previous maintenance experience in a manufacturing process; minimum of 3 years' qualified maintenance experience.
• Skills: Must be highly skilled in maintenance and HVAC systems. Experience installing and troubleshooting electrical components required. Knowledge of welding techniques is preferred.
• Additional: Hands-on ability to work in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented food processing environment. Required to work independently and with limited supervision.

• Work is performed in a cool environment with an average temperature of 34 degrees
  
  F. Concentrated chlorine and concealed ammonia are present. Work surfaces and floors may be wet. Employees are required to wear approved shoes and protective equipment. Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs. unassisted. Constant standing, reaching, bending, and stooping may be required at times.
• Please be aware that our workplace environment may contain or encounter common allergens, such as milk, peanuts, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, wheat, soybeans, sesame, mustard, and sulfites.

• Ability to work overtime as needed. Some weekends are required.

• HS diploma or equivalent work experience, and demonstrated ability to perform assigned tasks.

EEO STATEMENT:
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.