Maintenance Tech I SS D Shift

Simmons Foods • Siloam Springs, AR

6d • Onsite

About The Position

This position assists in equipment repair and preventative maintenance procedures in the operation of the facility. The role involves ensuring equipment operates correctly and efficiently according to production requirements, consulting with engineers and vendors, and troubleshooting equipment. The Maintenance Tech I must meet safety requirements, comply with all policies and regulations concerning safety, environment, vehicle, handling of food products, packaging, and ingredients. The role also includes participating as a member of the team, fostering cohesiveness, and supporting Simmons Operating systems principles and objectives. Other duties may be performed as necessary in support of business objectives.

Requirements

• Must have experience or vocational training in welding, electrical or mechanical repair, and refrigeration or hydraulics.
• Must have the ability to make good decisions and communicate effectively with others and leadership team.

Nice To Haves

• Preference for poultry or food processing organization.

Responsibilities

• Repairs, replaces, corrects or affects equipment as needed to ensure equipment operates correctly and efficiently according to production requirements.
• Consults with Engineers and vendors as needed.
• Accomplishes layout work for each project as needed.
• Will be able to troubleshoot equipment.
• Meets safety requirements in accomplishing responsibilities of this position complying with all policies or regulations set forth by Simmons or various government agencies concerning safety, environment, vehicle, handling of food products, packaging, ingredients and any related items.
• Participates as a member of the Team. Participates in the ongoing development, communication and implementation of team concepts, programs and policies; coordinates work to ensure best practices with all team members. Attends appropriate team meetings. As a member of the Team, fosters strong cohesiveness regarding all major issues; e.g., direction, annual plan, budget, policy changes, etc. Accepts responsibility to quickly identify any areas that lack cohesiveness, bringing them to the attention of the team leader and working with the team in a supportive manner to resolve issues and actively look for ways, and reinforce actions needed, to achieve synergy possible within the larger organization.
• Is familiar with Simmons’ established operating systems (e.g. quality, security, office environment, company policies, LEAN); understands the responsibility to maintain familiarity with the systems and this position’s role in support of these systems - including a consideration of the impact of individual actions on the systems and the responsibility to communicate concerns and improvement ideas.
• Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.

What This Job Offers

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