Maintenance Mechanic

Job Title:

Maintenance Mechanic

Location:

Tyler, TX

Department:
Maintenance

Reports to:

Maintenance Supervisor

Normal

Work Schedule:

The typical working hours vary depending on the schedule offered, with a 45 minute lunch.

John Soules Foods is a thriving family owned food company that has made a positive difference for its customers and consumers for nearly 50 years. It is a leading national producer of ready to eat and ready to cook chicken and beef products and the number one producer of chicken and beef fajitas in the USA. The company serves a broad portfolio of high quality products sold throughout the US via retail, food service distributors, and restaurants, with national customers including Walmart, Costco, Sam s Club, Sysco, and HEB.

Established in 1975 and now in its second generation of family leadership, it employs over 2000 individuals and has three manufacturing facilities in Gainesville, Georgia;
Valley, Alabama; and its headquarters in Tyler, Texas.

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing routine maintenance tasks to support the production floor and overall facility operations. This role ensures all machinery, equipment, and work areas are maintained in good working order and comply with safety standards. The technician identifies and reports defective materials or questionable conditions to the department supervisor and performs scheduled preventative maintenance on machinery, building systems, and facility grounds as required.

• Minimum Qualifications (Required):
  High school or technical school education and 3 years of experience in an industrial maintenance environment; experience with 480v 3 phase electrical equipment; ability to perform general maintenance tasks directed or assigned by the supervisor; familiarity with hand tools and power tools; willingness to work overtime, including weekends as needed; excellent attendance and good communication skills; ability to work in a team oriented environment consisting of JSF employees and outside contractors;
  
  understanding of Lockout/tagout procedures.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  
  Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP); experience performing preventive maintenance procedures; technical school certification in mechanical, electrical, or industrial maintenance; strong focus and ability to work in a team oriented environment; ability to learn multiple tasks; self motivate; strong time management and organizational skills; 480v 3 Phase and 24v DC controls equipment troubleshooting; ability to replace electrical motors and VFDs.

NOTE:

This description is not intended to be all inclusive. An employee may perform other related duties to meet the organization's ongoing needs; these duties are considered marginal.

The Maintenance Tech job takes place primarily on the production floor or maintenance shop, which involves a fast paced setting, requires flexibility and the ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain focus, and work efficiently as part of the team. The worker is comfortable working in a team environment consisting of JSF employees and outside contractors. Daily tasks involve frequent use of hand tools or power tools, exposure to cold, wet environment (40F – 45F), dust, odors, oil, fumes, and moderate noise levels.

Workers must move frequently in equipment, traffic and wet or dry areas, wearing PPE at all times and following the company's safety and food safety policies, and using lockout/tagout devices when needed.

Employees must be able to stand, walk, squat, and stop for long periods (8+ hours). Climbing ladders is required. Use of hands is required for tasks, reaching with arms, and verbal communication. Ability to move objects up to 100 lbs. if necessary. Moderate to heavy physical effort, ability to bend, lift, and twist repeatedly. Close, distance, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

• Vacation
• Sick days
• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
• 401k with company match
• Telemedicine
• Onsite Clinic – Tyler and Valley
• Free annual health screening
• STD and LTD
• Life insurance

John Soules Foods is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.

Applicants with disabilities needing accommodation during the application process can contact Human Resources at the relevant location.

John Soules Foods will not discriminate against applicants who discuss their compensation. We also participate in the E-Verify program where required by law.