Mechanical Maintenance Lead Mechanical Maintenance Lead

KWS SAAT SE • OR

135d • $32

About The Position

KWS Seeds is looking for a new colleague in Tangent, OR. The Mechanical Maintenance Lead will support the maintenance department in service, safety and reliability while providing ongoing maintenance services.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience and/or education in production, mechanical, facilities, heavy manufacturing or similar field.
• Valid driver’s license and able to become forklift certified.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficient at welding, cutting, grinding, and working at heights above 7 feet.

Nice To Haves

• 5+ years of experience and/or education in production, mechanical, facilities, heavy manufacturing or similar field.
• Millwright, electrical or mechanical certification.
• Ability to train and operate HMI interfaces.
• Ability to read and fabricate from blue prints.
• Experience in servicing equipment including but not limited to mechanic, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical.
• Computer experience, with knowledge of maintenance software, Auto Cad, Excel and other Microsoft based programs.
• Demonstrated strong team leadership, communication, organizational and training skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform services within a maintenance system, to assure maintenance objectives and goals are met and minimal production time loss is achieved.
• Work with minimal direction from Supervisor, to perform the service requirements of the Maintenance department.
• Work closely with all departments to assure all services have met or exceeded the internal customers’ requirements, on current and future processing functions.
• Cross-train in multiple positions to broaden knowledge and responsibilities of the service department.
• Ensure Company handbook, Rules, Guidelines, Procedures and safety policies are followed and personal protective equipment is used correctly.
• Occasionally travel and/or drive on behalf of the business.
• Meet attendance requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Salary of up to $32 an hour - depending on experience.
• Health, dental, vision benefits.
• Pension plan and 401(k) with employer match.
• Flexible paid-time-off (PTO).
• Professional training and development opportunities.
• An international and diverse team.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees