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Butterball Careers•Ozark, AR

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides mechanical support in response to operational changes caused by malfunction, breakdown, relocation, replacement, or other modification of existing mechanical systems and equipment. This multi-craft role performs complex maintenance tasks across electrical, electronics, pneumatics, hydraulics, welding, and fabrication to keep equipment and processes operating optimally. The position also supports preventive maintenance, equipment troubleshooting and repair, food safety initiatives, and training for other team members. Work takes place throughout a food processing plant, including refrigerated and non-refrigerated areas, and may involve raw or cooked meat and noisy environments.

Requirements

At least 2 years of previous experience working in one or more maintenance disciplines.
Ability to follow diagrams, operation manuals, and manufacturing instructions and troubleshoot malfunctions.
Ability to communicate with all levels of the organization and understand written instructions.
Ability to work independently and make decisions with minimal supervision.
Good communication skills and basic mathematical skills.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to perform the physical activities associated with the role, including frequent standing, walking, hand and finger dexterity, reaching, stooping, crouching, kneeling, crawling, climbing, speaking, and hearing.
Ability to work in a food processing plant, around processing equipment, and in refrigerated and non-refrigerated areas with temperatures ranging from -20°F to over 90°F.
Wear required personal protective equipment, including steel-toe shoes, safety glasses, hardhat, safety vest, gloves, and hearing protection.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Certificate or diploma in Industrial Maintenance or a similar area strongly preferred.
Ability to weld equipment and parts using MIG, TIG, and stick methods.
Ability to perform mill and lathe work as needed.
Ability to perform plumbing work as needed.
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform complex electrical, electronic, pneumatic, hydraulic, welding, and fabrication tasks to maintain equipment and processes.
Troubleshoot and repair equipment using diagnostic skills and tools, including ladder logic and volt meters.
Perform preventive maintenance, from lubricating wear points to changing blades.
Tear down and reassemble equipment in support of food safety initiatives.
Support and train other IMTs, Machine Operators, and Production Associates in operating equipment and completing preventive maintenance tasks.
Interpret specifications, blueprints, schematics, and work orders.
Suggest process changes to improve equipment uptime and reliability while maintaining optimal operation.
Pursue continuous improvement and act consistently with Butterball’s core values.
Work both independently and as part of a team; use time efficiently and work with minimal supervision.
Follow company policies, including safety and food safety regulations.
Track work assignments and time, account for parts, and complete required paperwork accurately.
Backfill production equipment operation as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned by management and maintain regular attendance.