Industrial Maintenance Mechanic - Night Shift - Sign On Bonus Available

West Libery Food•West Liberty, IA

6d•$23 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

West Liberty Foods is a leading food manufacturer producing hundreds of meat and poultry products found in well-known grocery stores and top restaurant chains nationwide. Recognized as one of the top protein processors in North America, they have the capacity to produce over 650 million pounds of food products per year across their facilities. They are "The Surprisingly Big Company®", and are looking for individuals to build their careers with them and be a part of an exciting, collaborative team that becomes family. This role is responsible for supporting production by maintaining the operation of machinery and mechanical equipment, with experience on automated equipment. The position involves troubleshooting mechanical and basic electrical systems to maintain and repair equipment.

Requirements

Schedule: Work 12 hour shifts, 7 of 14 days each two week pay period. Sample schedule is as follows: Week 1: Work Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday; Off Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday. Week 2: Work Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday; Off Sunday, Monday Thursday, Friday. May be asked to work additional shifts as needed.
Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
Must be authorized to work in the United States; no sponsorships are available.
Ability to stand for long periods.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, including above the head and below the waist.
Must be able to climb ladders and do work on aerial work platforms as needed.
Ability to work in varying temperature conditions.
Must be able to work overtime as needed.
Ability to adjust quickly to changing demands.
Must practice good personal hygiene.
Candidates must successfully pass a post-offer/pre-employment drug test, background screen, physical and E-Verify.
Read and write English with the ability to comprehend basic maintenance manuals.
Must have computer skills to communicate and process data.

Nice To Haves

Working on automated (PLC’s, Vision Systems) equipment, Textor/Weber/Multivac equipment, 480V, pneumatics is preferred.
Experience in food manufacturing or processing is a plus.
Ability to read prints/schematics/drawings.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in a mechanical field in an industrial or manufacturing setting is preferred.
Preferred experience with CMMS, L2L, Google Suite.
Basic knowledge of hydraulics, troubleshooting including mechanical and electrical/electronic, PLCs, welding/fabrication, AC/DC controls, motor controls, 3 phase wiring, plumbing, conveyors, pneumatic systems and more.
Associates Degree or equivalent in a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Complete daily preventative maintenance and daily tasks.
Assist and become an active member of the HAZMAT team.
Read and understand mechanical and electrical diagrams and technical repair manuals.
Able to diagnose and troubleshoot automated equipment.
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical breakdowns in a timely manner.
Apply knowledge of occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions applicable to maintenance work.
Operate lifts and material handling tools as needed.
Visually inspect and test machinery and equipment as needed.
Able to adapt to a fast paced work environment.
Other duties as assigned.