Mechanical/Electrical 1

Wayne Farms • Decatur, AL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Primarily responsible for assisting with the maintenance and repair of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and conveying systems and other industrial equipment in a poultry processing plant. The role performs preventive and predictive maintenance, using blueprints and diagrams to verify that equipment operates within required specifications and tolerances. Duties may include periodic testing and inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs. All work must comply with company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines, and applicable local, state, and federal policies, laws, and regulations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Pass the NOCTI Mechanical/Electrical Level 1 test.
• At least 1 year of experience in industrial machine predictive and preventive maintenance, or demonstrated applicable mechanical and electrical knowledge.
• Intermediate math and computer skills.
• Ability to operate and use basic hand and power tools.
• Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and extended shift hours.
• Sound work ethic, honesty, and moral character.

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, repair industrial machinery and perform preventive maintenance using blueprint and schematic drawings to ensure equipment operates safely and to required specifications.
• Identify the root causes of basic mechanical issues and make repairs by welding, fabricating parts, performing basic pipefitting, or replacing defective components; notify appropriate personnel when further attention is required.
• Identify and correct unsafe conditions, and report conditions that cannot be corrected independently to appropriate personnel.
• Assist with maintaining files of blueprints, operating manuals, and procedures as needed.
• Comply with company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines, and applicable local, state, and federal policies, laws, and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated areas.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED