Feedmill Maintenance 2nd Shift - Medford, MN - Jennie-O

Hormel Foods • Medford, MN

107d • $21 - $29

About The Position

The Feedmill Maintenance position at Hormel Foods involves safely and efficiently operating, maintaining, and repairing feed mill equipment. The role requires utilizing preventive and emergency procedures to ensure the timely manufacturing of feed for turkeys. Additionally, the position involves assisting other employees with safety, customer service, quality control, productivity, and cost control by participating in feed mill management and operating decisions/problem solving.

Requirements

• Must be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful, permanent resident, or have authorization to work in the United States.
• Applicants must not now, or any time in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and continually update preventive maintenance programs for all equipment within the department.
• Document maintenance programs and maintenance performed.
• Read, write, and communicate in the English Language.
• Maintain inventory of equipment and document physical characteristics such as type, serial number, shaft sizes, speeds, etc.
• Carry out Maintenance plan and conduct daily inspections of all equipment.
• Perform regular weekly greasing and oiling.
• Report all large jobs to plan for in-house schedule.
• Report parts needed to complete repairs.
• Help plan for manpower needed for large maintenance and equipment modification projects.
• Maintain and troubleshoot electrical systems.
• Maintain and update program to stock and re-stock necessary replacement parts to minimize equipment downtime.
• Maintain the maintenance shop.
• Train co-workers in equipment maintenance and repair.
• Be knowledgeable in all equipment operating functions within the Feed Mill.
• Perform all housekeeping duties required to maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Oversee operation of the Steam Generator (Boiler).
• Complete daily, weekly, and monthly preventive maintenance duties as outlined by the manufacturer.
• Ensure soft water at all times.
• Maintain and ensure proper operation of the Hot water heating system.
• Perform monthly quality control tests and make appropriate adjustments of equipment.
• Possess the appropriate boiler operating license.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with pay increases.
• Training on all equipment and procedures.
• Extraordinary benefit package including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Eligible for health care plans after 30 days of employment.
• Life & disability insurance, PTO, paid holidays, 401K, pension, stock purchase plan.
• Continuing education and FREE two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees.
• Advancement opportunities.
• Employment with a solid employer known for great employee experience and long-term opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Food Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees