Environmental Systems Maintenance Technician (2nd Shift)

Farmers Union Industries • Long Prairie, MN

78d • $28 - $28

About The Position

Farmers Union Industries, LLC, also known as FUI, is a leading agricultural-based manufacturing company headquartered in Redwood Falls, MN. Our current operations include Central Bi-Products, Northland Choice, Midwest Grease, Artex Manufacturing, Redwood Farms Meat Processors, and Performance Pet Products. Please visit our website at fuillc.com to learn more! Our Central Bi-Products facility in Long Prairie, MN collects and transforms a variety of multi-species by-products from meat processing facilities into high quality-feed ingredients and other consumer and industrial products. Learn more about the rendering industry at fuillc.com/central-bi-products/. We are currently accepting applications for Environmental Systems Maintenance Technician! Prior experience is preferred, but we are willing to train. We offer a competitive starting wage of $28.68 along with a $1/Hr. night shift and a $2/Hr. weekend shift differential, and regular pay increases. Our benefits package includes health, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, an impressive 401K match and more! Schedule Monday-Friday, 6:00pm to 2:00am* *You will be asked to train on day shift for the first 4+ months of employment (depending on learning speed) Additional hours may be possible on a required or voluntary basis during the week or weekend.

Requirements

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment with a mechanical discipline, preferred.
• Experience with boilers, air systems, and/or wastewater systems, desired.
• Possess or attain a Special Boiler Engineer License within the first 6 months of employment; work towards 1st Class B Boiler License.
• Experience operating a forklift and/or telehandler, preferred; ability to pass in-house certifications, upon hire.
• Ability to operate a variety of hand and power tools.
• Accurately read and understand signs, labels, warnings, directions, operator manuals, service manuals, and wiring schematics associated with the maintenance and/or operation of instruments, equipment, and/or chemical usage.
• Proficient in basic math skills, measuring, and reading data trends; accurately and legibly record information.
• Understand and operate basic computer systems.
• Knowledge of safety procedures such as confined space entry, line opening, fall protection, lockout tagout, and hot work.
• Effectively communicate with supervisors and co-workers and follow written and/or verbal instructions.
• Ability to operate a small motorboat on wastewater ponds, as needed.
• Ability to attain and/or maintain a general driver's license and pass an MVR.
• Willingness and ability to work extra hours as needed during the week or weekend.
• Must be 18 years of age or older for insurance purposes.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and/or repair boilers, air systems, wastewater treatment equipment and ponds, industrial air scrubbers, and chemical storage and distribution systems.
• Collect and test samples to determine if systems need to be adjusted to meet safety and operational requirements.
• Legibly record observations and maintain equipment records; communicate any issues to leadership, as needed.
• Safely and correctly use tools and equipment provided for assigned duties.
• Perform general housekeeping to maintain a clean and organized workspace.
• Work safely following all company safety policies, practices, procedures and improvement initiatives.
• Comply with all regulatory compliance requirements including safety, environmental, and food/feed safety.
• Maintain regular and predictable on-site attendance.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• 401K match
• Night shift differential
• Weekend shift differential

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Food Manufacturing
• Education Level: No Education Listed