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Jack Link's Beef Jerky

Maintenance Technician 3rd shift FriSun 530 am 6 pm

Jack Link's Beef Jerky, Underwood, Iowa, United States, 51576

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Job Description

The maintenance technician’s role is to keep the plant and equipment running in a safe and efficient manner. Maintains and repairs building and equipment. Carries out responsibilities in accordance with company policies and procedures.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties and responsibilities of this position shall consist of, but not be limited to, the following:

Manage start-up to make sure equipment is in proper operating condition.

Demand Maintenance as assigned: Skill in diagnosing equipment defects and making necessary repairs.

Maintain, repair and troubleshoot machinery, ovens, mechanical lift trucks, and facilities problems as needed for production issues and efficiency.

Safely operate various machines, including a Band Saw, Break Press, Mill, Lathe, Grinder, etc.

Inspect machines and equipment for conformance with operational standards.

Maintain all areas of the shop, boiler room, and the interior/exterior of the plant.

Troubleshoot electrical functions (i.e. motors, controls, PLC function, and other basic wiring)

Confers with management and suppliers to resolve maintenance problems and recommends measures to improve operations and conditions of machines and equipment

Complete Preventative Maintenance tasks as assigned.

Assist with inventory control of tools and parts on hand.

Work with tools and power equipment as well as material handling.

Operate mechanical forklift, pallet jack, battery-changer and stock picker.

Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) training, along with company pre-requisite programs, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), and Standard Sanitation Operating Procedures (SSOP’s).

Performs other duties and responsibilities as necessary.

Safety:

Perform all duties within OSHA and company safety standards; LOTO, wear PPE and maintain safety equipment.

Maintain a safe, clean and organized work area.

Immediately report all accidents and deficiencies to the lead/foreman/supervisor/manager.

Ensure safety devices are installed and working properly.

Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions.

Qualifications: Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required Education:

High school diploma or GED

Required Experience:

1 year or more of related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred

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Basic knowledge of manufacturing.

Facility maintenance experience preferred

Industrial mechanical experience.

Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics and electronics

Knowledge of electrical/mechanical safety practices

Prior Knowledge of food processing equipment helpful.

Electrical and electrical troubleshooting of 120/240/480 3ph systems.

Troubleshooting PLC and frequency drives.

Welding (both MIG and TIG).

Bachelor’s Degree Machining or Electrical

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE and ABILITIES

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Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and/or maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.

Ability to write routine breakdown, preventive maintenance and other maintenance related reports and correspondence.

Intermediate verbal communication skills in English.

Ability to add and subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Knowledge of the materials, tools, methods, and techniques used in the mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic trades (i.e. welding, tap measure, band saw, lathe, caliper, micrometer, etc.).

Self-motivated, able to work unsupervised and with teams

Project oriented

Multi-tasking ability

Attention to detail

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Work well with others

Excellent verbal and written communication skills; must work effectively with all levels of management and team members

Additional Information

Additional Information

The starting rate for this role is $24.53-$29.98 Hourly). Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, and candidate skill set and experience. Base pay is just one component of Jack Link’s Total Rewards package for Team Members. Other rewards may include annual incentive and program-specific awards. Jack Link’s provides a variety of benefits to eligible Team Members, including medical, dental and vision benefits, life and disability insurance, 401k participation, paid holidays, and paid time off.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to be successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, bend, squat, and reach. Frequently lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds. The odor and possible contact of beef jerky, spices, and sauces.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work environment is a plant / office setting with varying degrees of temperatures and noise levels. Exposure to manufacturing equipment movement and wet / slippery floors. Much of this job is conducted in a climate-controlled building. However, this job does include going on the roof and maintaining the grounds during inclement weather. Travel to other facilities may be required.

About Jack Link’s:

Jack Link's Protein Snacks is a global leader in snacking and the No. 1 meat snack manufacturer worldwide. Still family-owned with headquarters in Minong, Wisconsin, Jack Link’s also has a large corporate hub in Downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota, and operates a total of 11 manufacturing and distribution facilities in four countries. Jack Link’s produces high-quality, great-tasting protein snacks that feed the wild sides of consumers around the world. Jack Link's Protein Snacks family of brands includes Jack Link's, Lorissa's Kitchen, MATADOR, SQUATCH, World Kitchens Jerky, Grass Run Farms Meat Snacks, Bifi and Pepperami.

The story of Jack Link’s Protein Snacks is one of family traditions. It began with treasured family recipes passed from generation to generation, transforming a small North Woods business into one of the fastest-growing snack manufacturers in the world. Today Jack Link’s sells more than 100 different protein snacks in more than 40 countries.

The principles and traditions of Jack Link’s have been the same since its humble beginnings: hard work, integrity and a commitment to earn consumer respect by delivering the best-tasting protein snacks in the world.

EEO Statement:

Jack Link’s provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic that is protected by federal, state or local law.

Jack Link’s is participant in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For information about the E-Verify program, please visit:

http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

Disclaimer:

This job description is intended to generally describe the nature and level of work to be performed by employees in this position. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required of employees performing this role.