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Wayne-Sanderson Farms

Complex Truck Shop Mechanic 1st Shift

Wayne-Sanderson Farms, Mineola, Texas, United States, 75773

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Complex Truck Shop Mechanic 1st Shift

– Wayne-Sanderson Farms

SHIFT HOURS:

6:00 AM - 2:30 PM or 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Benefits Available: Day One

SHIFT PAY:

$25.55 - $31.30 per hour

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The Maintenance Mechanic performs preventative, maintenance, and repairs of large manufacturing equipment (hydraulic, pneumatic, conveyor, etc.).

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

Perform preventive maintenance inspections and service on machines, including cleaning, oiling, lubricating, changing belts or machinery as necessary to ensure machines are in optimal working condition

Identify root cause of unexpected breakdowns of machines; repair quickly and efficiently to decrease downtime for machine

Record and report damaged, worn, or broken parts, ordering and installing replacement parts for machines as needed

Prepare reports documenting work performed

Clean, organize, inventory, stock, and otherwise maintain shop areas, parts, tools, and supplies as needed

Coordinate with managers to schedule regular maintenance on machines

Collaborate with department heads regarding new products being added and modifications that will be required

Make necessary modifications and implement test runs; confer with product manager regarding test results and make additional alterations to machinery as required

Identify opportunities for improvement, present to appropriate leader, and implement, lead or participate in solution implementation

Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in all mandatory areas to promote a zero-accident culture

Perform additional relevant duties as assigned

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES

None. This is an individual contributor role with required competencies: Functional/Technical Skills, Action Oriented, Problem Solving, Learning on the Fly, and Interpersonal Savvy

EDUCATION and CERTIFICATIONS

High School diploma or equivalent

Vocational certificate in appropriate field (e.g., welding, maintenance, electrical, etc.) preferred

Ability to take and pass internal required testing

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Mechanically inclined with relevant experience in a manufacturing environment

Ability to read and understand schematics, blueprints, etc. to diagnose problems with manufacturing equipment

Good computer literacy with ability to enter work records in appropriate program

Must have good communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization in a timely and professional manner; multi-lingual strongly preferred

Ability to handle and resolve most issues in an efficient and effective manner

Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize projects, planning skills, and a high attention to detail

Must possess a strong customer-centric attitude, high energy level and a strong sense of urgency

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs

Wear required protective equipment in all mandatory areas

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to work extended shifts (holiday, weekend and/or extended) as business need requires

Ability to work in cold/humid or hot/dusty environments as needed

Prolonged periods of standing, walking, crawling, stooping, kneeling, etc. with ability to bend, stretch, push, pull, and move as needed to reach, clean, and service machinery

Must be able to visually inspect machines

Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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