Mechanic II, Seasonal - Woodburn

Seasonal Maintenance Mechanic II

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Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment.

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The seasonal Maintenance Mechanic II will be responsible for overseeing and conducting all maintenance tasks. The position will be responsible for fabrication, electrical, preventive maintenance, and other maintenance tasks that are necessary to keep each facility running at optimal capacity and efficiency. This position will be the main point of contact for operations staff to solve problems with equipment and building issues.

** THIS IS A SEASONAL POSITION**

• Oversee and conduct all maintenance tasks and work with management to coordinate major equipment repair.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance programs to meet mechanical needs and ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Handle fabrication duties for various small projects within each facility.
• Respond quickly to emergency maintenance situations and provide contractor oversight when needed to provide a solution.
• Oversee and manage equipment list and assess new equipment for preventative maintenance needs and failure points.
• Report mechanical and electrical problems to management, up to and including stopping a production line.
• Ensure compliance with all Food Safety Guidelines, FDA and OSHA guidelines, as well as Federal and State laws governing the workplace.

• 2+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to work off-hours when needed, including carrying an on-call phone and answering when called
• Willingness to occasionally work extended shifts to get breakdowns and special projects completed
• General understanding of Preventive Maintenance programs and how to implement these in a manufacturing facility
• Ability to evaluate mechanical issues and implement solutions
• Ability to lift 55 lbs.
• Ability to climb ladders and stairs as well as work from heights – no fear of heights
• Ability to work in narrow and confined spaces – no claustrophobia
• Welding and/or electrical certifications are preferred
• Mechanical knowledge of processing equipment such as mixers, screw conveyors, hammer mills, grain legs is preferred
• Associate or Technical degree in a pertinent field

• You are enthusiastic and enjoy creating a positive work environment
• You have a high level of integrity and will represent the Company well
• You are a team player who excels at building relationships across departments
• You have strong communication skills to connect effectively with operations staff

• The base compensation for this position ranges from $26.01 to $34.67 per hour. Please note that wages may vary depending on skills and experience.
• This position is eligible for vacation, holidays, health, dental, vision, mental health, retirement plans, and other benefits. Follow this link for more information regarding Wilbur-Ellis employee benefits:

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Diversity of people, cultures, opinions, and ideas makes us all stronger. From leadership commitment to employee buy-in, we know that creating an inclusive environment and providing opportunities for all employees to reach their full potential is a shared responsibility.

Wilbur-Ellis is a company you can be proud to call your employer

Wilbur-Ellis markets and distributes agricultural products, animal feed specialty chemicals, and food ingredients. A privately held and consistently profitable company, we employ more than 4,000 people throughout North America and Asia-Pacific.

Wilbur-Ellis is for and about people

Wilbur-Ellis has enjoyed over 100 years of success and growth, all thanks to our people. Our employees are both leaders and team players who thrive on creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and a dedication to quality work, our customers, and each other.

Wilbur-Ellis invests in the industry's best workforce

Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment.