Maintenance 5

Case Farms•Farmerville, LA

About The Position

The Maintenance 5 role supports manufacturing operations by troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production equipment and facility infrastructure. The position performs scheduled maintenance during production downtime, responds to production line calls and emergency repairs, and works to reduce equipment-related downtime. It requires working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, along with the ability to interpret technical manuals, schematics, and work orders. The role also includes general facility repairs and compliance with company policies, safety regulations, GMPs, and standard operating procedures. The work involves exposure to demanding physical and environmental conditions, including varied surfaces, ladders and stairs, extreme temperatures, loud noise, variable lighting, heavy lifting, and chemicals commonly found in poultry processing. Required personal protective equipment and safety gear must be used. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions, if applicable.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
At least 1 year of maintenance experience in a manufacturing setting required.
Working knowledge of mechanical systems, electrical wiring, pneumatics, hydraulics, and plumbing.
Proven experience repairing heavy industrial equipment.
Strong problem-solving and diagnostic skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Self-motivation and commitment to continuous improvement and safety.
Ability to work an entire shift stationary or while walking on wet, dry, greasy, or uneven surfaces, including metal and plastic grating, for intervals up to 4 hours.
Ability to climb and work from ladders and stairs as needed.
Ability to tolerate temperatures from -40°F to 100°F and varying humidity.
Ability to work in noise levels up to 110 dB and variable lighting conditions.
Ability to lift and move heavy equipment, including occasional lifting over 80 lbs and frequent lifting up to 25 lbs.
Ability to frequently bend, twist, lift, sit, and grasp in various body positions, distances, and durations.
Ability to work around chemicals used in poultry processing, including peracetic acid, chlorinated water (50 ppm), ammonia vapors (5 ppm), dry ice, caustic cleaners, lubricants, and hydraulic fluids.
Ability to wear and properly use required personal protective equipment and safety gear.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial maintenance.
Maintenance experience in food processing.

Responsibilities

Partner with operations to troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
Perform scheduled maintenance during production downtime to support optimal equipment performance.
Troubleshoot and repair production equipment using mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic skills.
Diagnose equipment issues, identify root causes, and perform effective repairs or replace parts.
Minimize production downtime through proactive and responsive maintenance.
Respond promptly to production line calls and perform emergency repairs during operational hours.
Interpret technical manuals, schematics, and work orders to complete maintenance tasks accurately.
Assist with facility maintenance, including carpentry, plumbing, and infrastructure repairs.
Identify and report faulty operations, defective materials, and unusual situations to supervision.
Follow company policies, safety regulations, GMPs, and standard operating procedures.
Use appropriate hand and power tools, diagnostic meters, and material handling equipment.
Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
Perform additional duties as assigned by management.