Burke - Facility Maintenance Tech

Hormel Foods Family of Companies•Nevada, IA

11d•$22 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

The primary role of the facility technician is to continuously improve the reliability, efficiency and maintenance of the Building/Grounds and support equipment. All team members must abide by all of Burke's Plant Safety Rules! The company is a leader in the production of pizza toppings and other fully cooked meats. Located in Nevada, Iowa, Burke is a focused team of professionals that combines technical expertise, industry knowledge, flexibility and integrity. Our spirit of continuous improvement creates win/win relationships and a shared sense of confidence in quality and safety.

Requirements

Minimum of one (1) year of hands‑on experience in facility maintenance and repair required
Applicants must not now, or at any time in the future, require employer sponsorship for a work visa
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
Must be 18 years of age or older (all plant positions)
Requires basic math, reading, and writing skills, manual dexterity, and ability to maintain a rapid pace for extended periods
Self-motivation and team attitude essential
Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs. and have the physical ability to do the following tasks for extended periods of time: standing, walking, sitting, bending, climbing up steps and using ladders
Able to work in loud and hot and cold environments
Willing to work evenings, weekends, and overtime as required
Must have a valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with forklift, skid loaders, and similar equipment a plus

Responsibilities

Maintains tool room equipment regarding plates, knives and blades; performs routine preventative maintenance on machinery, equipment, and physical structures, and on the plumbing, mechanical, electrical and pneumatic systems; Ensures safe and optimum functioning equipment; systems, and processes utilizing prior facility maintenance and repair experience.
Performs set up/tear down of process equipment daily.
Facility rounds to inspect and record various repairs needed.
Inspects facility safety equipment such as fire extinguishers and sprinkler systems to insure compliance is always maintained.
Will be required to work with and develop equipment and ideas deemed to be confidential information and/or trade secrets owned by the company. This person will be required to protect the company's rights in and ownership of those trade secrets and confidential information.