OA - MAINTENANCE E

Butterball•Ozark, AR

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance role provides mechanical support in response to operational changes caused by malfunction, breakdown, relocation, replacement, or other modifications to existing mechanical systems or equipment. It is a multi-craft position involving electrical, electronics, pneumatics, hydraulics, welding, and fabrication work to keep equipment and processes operating optimally. The employee troubleshoots and repairs equipment, performs preventive maintenance, and disassembles and reassembles equipment to support food safety initiatives. The role also supports and trains IMTs, machine operators, and production associates in equipment operation and preventive maintenance. It requires interpreting specifications, blueprints, schematics, and work orders; suggesting process changes to improve equipment reliability; following safety and food safety policies; maintaining accurate work, parts, and paperwork records; and occasionally filling in on production equipment. The position is performed in a food processing plant and may involve working with raw or cooked meat, high noise, refrigerated and non-refrigerated areas, and temperatures ranging from -20°F to over 90°F.

Requirements

At least 2 years of previous experience working in one or more maintenance disciplines.
Ability to follow diagrams, operating manuals, and manufacturing instructions and troubleshoot malfunctions.
Ability to communicate with all levels of the organization.
Ability to work independently and make decisions with minimal supervision.
Ability to read and understand written instructions.
Good communication skills.
Basic mathematical skills.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Certificate or diploma in Industrial Maintenance or a similar area.
Ability to weld equipment and parts using MIG, TIG, and stick methods.
Ability to perform mill and lathe work as needed.
Ability to perform plumbing work as needed.
Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

Perform complex maintenance tasks involving electrical systems, electronics, pneumatics, hydraulics, welding, and fabrication of repair parts.
Troubleshoot and repair equipment using diagnostic skills and tools, including ladder logic and voltmeters.
Perform preventive maintenance, including lubricating wear points and changing blades.
Tear down and reassemble equipment in support of food safety initiatives.
Support and train IMTs, machine operators, and production associates in proper equipment operation and preventive maintenance tasks.
Interpret specifications, blueprints, schematics, and work orders.
Suggest process changes to increase equipment uptime and reliability and maintain optimal operating levels.
Work effectively both independently and as part of a team, using time efficiently and demonstrating self-direction.
Follow company policies, safety requirements, and food safety regulations.
Track work assignments and time, account for parts, and complete required paperwork accurately.
Fill in operating production equipment when needed.
Perform other duties assigned by management.
Maintain regular attendance.