Vehicle Maintenance

FARMERS UNION INDUSTRIES LLC•Redwood Falls, MN

10d•$25 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Farmers Union Industries, LLC, also known as FUI, is a leading agricultural-based manufacturing company headquartered in Redwood Falls, MN. Our current operations include Central Bi-Products, Northland Choice, Midwest Grease, Artex Manufacturing, Redwood Farms Meat Processors, and Performance Pet Products. Please visit our website at fuillc.com to learn more! Our Central Bi-Products facility in Redwood Falls, MN collects and transforms multi-species raw material from meat processing facilities into high quality-feed ingredients and other consumer and industrial products. Learn more about the rendering industry at fuillc.com/central-bi-products/. We are currently accepting applications for Vehicle Maintenance on a variety of shifts/schedules. We offer a starting wage of $24.97/Hr. along with night and weekend shift differentials and regular pay increases. We offer a benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, an impressive 401K match and more! Schedule Willing to discuss any part-time or full-time schedule that fit your needs/interests! Areas of Accountability All areas of accountability to be delivered with GRIT - our values of Generosity, Relationships, Integrity, and Teamwork Vehicle and trailer maintenance, diagnosis, and repairs

Requirements

Previous work experience in automotive repair, preferred; personal experience in automotive repair, considered
Previous welding experience and/or willingness to learn wire feed (aluminum and steel) welding while on the job
Ability and interest in becoming DOT Certified, preferred (includes pay increase)
Experience operating a skid steer and forklift, preferred; pass in-house Forklift Certification once employed
Mechanical aptitude and proficiency in using diagnostic tools
Ability to comprehend service/operator manuals or use other resources to solve problems
Accurately follow written and/or verbal constructions; accurately read and understand signs, labels, and warnings
Proficient in basic math skills, measuring, and reading data trends; accurately and legibly record information
Understand and operate basic computer systems
Ability to attain and/or maintain a general driver’s license and pass an MVR to drive a company vehicle (not required)
Work in a facility that processes multiple species including cows, pigs, and poultry
Must be 18 years of age or older for insurance purposes
Stand up to 100% of the workday
Frequently lift up to 50 pounds from floor to waist level; occasionally lift up to 100 pounds
Occasionally push and/or pull heavy objects up to 200 pounds
Consistently bend at the waist and/or knees or crawl
Consistently climb stairs and/or ladders or be elevated in scissors lifts up to 20 feet
Ability to distinguish colors (i.e. wire colors)
Tolerance of varying environmental conditions – heat, cold, and/or wet and slippery conditions

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance and inspections on trailers and all facility vehicles including semi-trucks, yard trucks, forklifts, and skid steers
Complete preventative maintenance tasks such as oil and filter changes, filling fluids, and brake and tire inspections
Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns at the facility or on the road
Prioritize repair projects to limit transportation and/or production downtime
Operate welders, acetylene torches, air plasma cutters, fabrication equipment, and/or other tools necessary to complete repairs
Document materials used and time spent on maintenance projects; turn in records and communicate supply needs with the Parts Coordinator, as needed
Assist in transporting vehicles to external repair shops, if needed
Maintain a clean and organized workspace, as needed
Comply with all regulatory and company compliance requirements including safety, environmental, and food/feed safety
Maintain regular and predictable on-site attendance
Situations may arise that require employees to temporarily or permanently assume responsibility for tasks not specifically outlined in this job description. Employees may be requested to work additional hours and/or accommodate a heavier than normal workload.