Hatchery Maintenance Technician - Afternoons

Pilgrim's • Independence, WI

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Pilgrim's is a leading global provider of high-quality food products. This position is located in Arcadia, WI, where Pilgrim's works with 150 local growers and employs approximately 500 team members. The company aims to be an employer of choice, offering opportunities for career growth and a better future. The Hatchery Maintenance Technician is responsible for installing and performing maintenance, preventative maintenance (PMs), and repairs for incubation, vaccination, process, and HVAC systems, as well as all automated process control systems at the Hatchery.

Requirements

• Understand safety and quality standards.
• LOTO trained.
• Electrical skills required (24-volt, 110-volt, 240-volt, and 480-volt) be able to trace circuitry and read electrical schematics.
• Experience with motor controls and VFD’s required.
• HVAC skills necessary.
• PLC troubleshooting and repair skill preferred.
• Knowledge of pneumatic air systems necessary.
• Considerable ability to analyze, evaluate and resolve complicated maintenance problems.
• Considerable ability to operate power tools and machinery.
• Ability to work at elevated heights.
• Good communication skills.
• Have the ability to work with minimal direct supervision.
• 3-5 years previous industrial equipment maintenance experience.
• Must be able to work in a dusty atmosphere along with temperature extremes and exposure to chemicals.
• Ability to support and provide coverage on other shift(s) if needed.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in robotics, plumbing and welding stainless steel a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, maintain, PM's and repair all automated and electrical controls throughout the shift for proper operation and makes necessary adjustments and repairs to maximize the efficiency of the equipment at the Hatchery.
• Tests malfunctioning machinery and discusses with leadership to diagnose and repair malfunctioning equipment.
• Monitor all operating equipment during processing.
• Maintain SAP, along with maintaining proper records on all equipment.
• Fabricate steel components; repair, modify, and construct equipment and structure as needed; including initiating work orders.
• Performs PM, maintenance, and repair to HVAC units.
• Performs routine daily checks on equipment.
• Responsible to identify improvement opportunities, communicating those to leadership team and participating in continuous improvement projects.
• Performs maintenance on building, office, and grounds at the Hatchery.
• Continues to build skill sets utilizing Impact training, certifications, etc.
• Assists in other project work or departments as assigned.
• Observe & enforce all company personnel, quality, and safety policies.
• Maintains a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you work effectively and cooperatively with customers, clients, coworkers, and leadership teams.
• Participates in process improvement and problem solving utilizing continuous improvement and rational thinking methodologies.
• Must be willing to become confined space certified.
• Must be willing to travel for continued technical training.
• Must be able to wear a full-face respirator to make repairs in the presence of formaldehyde.

Benefits

• 80 hours of Vacation, after 60 days of employment
• Benefits at 60 days of employment
• 401K contributions on day 1 of employment
• 70% off quality Pilgrim’s poultry products
• Training provided with a trainer/mentor.
• Advancement opportunities
• Better Futures Program –2 Year Community College tuition paid for you or your dependents!
• Opportunity to grow your career through our Supervisor Development Program or Management Trainee Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed