Maintenance Technician

National Beef Packing Co.•Tama, IA

1d•$26 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

Are you interested in working a full-time schedule in only 4 days per week? Then Iowa Premium may be the place for you! Iowa Premium, a National Beef Company in Tama, Iowa, is looking for qualified professionals with experience in food processing to join our Maintenance Team. If you have prior experience in a maintenance role at a food production facility, electrical experience or ammonia/refrigeration experience, we want to talk to you TODAY! With competitive pay and benefits, safe and stable work, and an environment that is caring and supportive, Iowa Premium could become your next career move! Hourly wage for this position starts at $25.50 per hour up to $35.50 per hour depending on experience. For more information on Iowa Premium, click here!

Requirements

Mechanical skills and understanding of basic machine functions
Ability to use common tools such as hammers, saws, drills, and wrenches
Basic computer skills
Willingness to work and be on time when scheduled
Ability to read, write and speak English preferred
Strong work ethic and eye for detail
Exemplary safety record (with previous employer)
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.
Climbing occasionally
Stooping occasionally
Crouching occasionally
Standing for 8 or more hours per day
Talking
Hearing
Walking frequently
Pushing frequently
Pulling frequently
Grasping frequently
Repetitive motions frequently
Lifting: 0 – 100#
Environment: Hot and Cold
Environment: Some exposure to the elements

Nice To Haves

Ammonia/Refrigeration systems
Electrical
Food processing
General knowledge of plant layout and production floor equipment and processes

Responsibilities

Fixing and maintaining mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines
Rebuilding, repairing, and/or replacing equipment/machinery/parts
Performing preventative maintenance
Installing equipment/machinery/parts
Inspecting and troubleshooting equipment and systems
Creating daily activity reports
Collaboration with management and other departments regarding maintenance issues throughout the facility
Examines, tests, and measures product from assigned equipment for quality specifications, using gauges and instruments, and records data on appropriate forms.
Checks product for visual defects.
Instructs and directs any maintenance trainees assigned
Other duties as assigned