Maintenance Tech - Nights

Simmons Foods•Emporia, KS

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This role assists in equipment repair and preventative maintenance procedures within the facility. The Maintenance Tech ensures equipment operates correctly and efficiently according to production requirements by performing necessary repairs and replacements. This position involves troubleshooting equipment, consulting with engineers and vendors, and accomplishing layout work for projects. Adherence to safety regulations, environmental policies, and food handling standards set by Simmons and government agencies is crucial. The role also emphasizes teamwork, participation in team meetings, and fostering cohesiveness within the team. Familiarity with Simmons' operating systems (quality, security, LEAN, etc.) and understanding the impact of individual actions on these systems is expected. The position may require performing other duties as necessary to support business objectives.

Requirements

Must have experience or vocational training in welding, electrical or mechanical repair, and refrigeration or hydraulics.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Communication skills & decision quality - 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.
Troubleshoots 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.
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.