Maintenance Mechanic - 1st Shift - Protein Conversion
About The Position
The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for the primary maintenance and repair of equipment in the Protein Conversion Plant in Edinburg, Virginia. The role involves constructing, maintaining, testing, adjusting, and repairing mechanical equipment and machinery, responding to production-area equipment issues, diagnosing mechanical problems with production personnel, and performing preventive maintenance. Work must be completed accurately and efficiently with regard to time and resources. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Weekends, on-call work, and overtime may be required as needed. Pay is based on experience, education, and Maintenance Placement Exam score. Candidates must provide a complete five-year work history. The selected candidate will take a Maintenance Placement Exam. New hires are subject to post-offer drug, alcohol, and background checks.
Requirements
- At least 1–2 years of industrial maintenance experience.
- General knowledge of maintenance procedures and industrial manufacturing equipment.
- General mathematical ability to perform the job.
- Ability to read and interpret documents and drawings.
- Basic knowledge of standard and metric measures.
- Willingness to work overtime and weekends and be available for call-in work.
- Ability to lift more than 75 pounds.
- Ability to climb ladders and work at heights and in confined spaces.
- Ability to work in extreme conditions.
- Ability to follow instructions and work independently.
- Excellent work and attendance record.
- Ability to take the Maintenance Placement Exam.
- Provide a complete five-year work history for consideration.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Protein conversion experience.
- Mechanical, electrical, and welding experience.
Responsibilities
- Construct, maintain, and test mechanical equipment, machinery, and components.
- Identify parts or machines that need new or replacement parts.
- Use shop mathematics to complete assignments.
- Interpret equipment drawings to adjust, maintain, or repair machinery.
- Respond to production-area requests when mechanical equipment issues are identified.
- Communicate with production management and personnel to diagnose problems and identify potential mechanical issues.
- Perform preventive maintenance.
- Complete assigned tasks accurately and efficiently with regard to time and resources.
Benefits
- Vision, medical, and dental coverage beginning after 60 days of employment.
- Paid time off, including sick leave, vacation, and six company-observed holidays.
- 401(k) with a company match beginning after the first year of service, subject to the company vesting schedule.
- Continuous learning opportunities and career-growth programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
