Industrial Maintenance Technician

Job Description

The Alma plant has an opening for Industrial Maintenance Mechanic with opportunities for overtime. Successful candidates will work in our food processing production facility located in Alma, KS, and enjoy competitive wages along with a comprehensive benefits package. Incumbents primary role is tear down/set up, maintain, trouble shoot, and repair all plant equipment with minimal supervision.  Experience with electrical, industrial mechanical, pneumatics, and hydraulics is preferred. Incumbent would be supplied uniforms and must supply own tools from given list. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Apply industrial maintenance skills and knowledge to install, operate, maintain, trouble shoot, and repair plant processing equipment. 
•  Monitor and record system performance, and make adjustments to assure the safe and efficient operation of plant equipment
• Perform the necessary preventative and predictive maintenance programs relating to the plant equipment
• Assist in the recommendation, development, and implementation of system modifications to improve equipment operations and provide for attainment of plant and department goals.
• Utilize the Asset Management System (EAM).
• Provide training as needed for less skilled maintenance personnel as it relates to the plant’s equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS

•  Previous experience with mechanical work in an industrial manufacturing facility- preferring meat processing.
•  Previous experience with Refrigeration equipment, boilers, compressors, HVAC, fire suppression system, and water treatment equipment a plus.
• Good problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Strong pattern of initiative and ability to work with minimum supervision
•  Ability to prioritize and multi-task emergency and planned events.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to use a computer and learn the various software programs required for the position.
• Ability to climb ladders, lift up to 50 pounds, and work in wide range of temperatures   (-10 degrees F to 100 degrees F)
• Ability to use powered equipment i.e. forklifts, hi-lifts ect.

  Working Conditions:

The incumbent will be exposed to all the hazard associated with a production floor environment not limited to the following - temperatures average 35-40 degrees Fahrenheit in plant, wet slippery floors, mechanical equipment, working with or around chemicals used to sanitize the facility and loud noise exposure. PPE required to include but limited to hard hat, safety glasses and hearing protection.  When required by specific job other PPE will need to be worn.

Hormel Foods Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. 

Company Information:

Thank you for your interest in becoming part of the Alma team!  At the Alma plant, Employee Safety and Food Safety are our top priorities!  We believe every employee has the responsibility to maintain a safe working environment by closely following our safety policies and actively engaging in our safety culture.  Also, by adhering to the highest food safety standards, our manufacturing facility is able to produce quality, wholesome foods to our consumers. Benefits: Our benefits package includes a comprehensive health insurance plan, prescription drug plan, dental and vision plan, 401(k) with company match, pension plan, employee assistance and wellness plan, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, vacation and holiday pay, and educational assistance. New Employees at our facility are immediately place on a 3 month probationary period.  During this time, employee attendance and performance are closely monitored.  Management reserves the right to move and employee to a different open position anywhere in our facility to meet the needs of the business. We appreciate our consideration of our company as your next employer and look forward to hearing from you! 

Qualifications

•  Previous experience with mechanical work in an industrial manufacturing facility- preferring meat processing.
•  Previous experience with Refrigeration equipment, boilers, compressors, HVAC, fire suppression system, and water treatment equipment a plus.
• Good problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Strong pattern of initiative and ability to work with minimum supervision
•  Ability to prioritize and multi-task emergency and planned events.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to use a computer and learn the various software programs required for the position.
• Ability to climb ladders, lift up to 50 pounds, and work in wide range of temperatures   (-10 degrees F to 100 degrees F)
• Ability to use powered equipment i.e. forklifts, hi-lifts ect.

Job Responsibilities

• Apply industrial maintenance skills and knowledge to install, operate, maintain, trouble shoot, and repair plant processing equipment. 
•  Monitor and record system performance, and make adjustments to assure the safe and efficient operation of plant equipment
• Perform the necessary preventative and predictive maintenance programs relating to the plant equipment
• Assist in the recommendation, development, and implementation of system modifications to improve equipment operations and provide for attainment of plant and department goals.
• Utilize the Asset Management System (EAM).
• Provide training as needed for less skilled maintenance personnel as it relates to the plant’s equipment.

Closing Date

May 31, 2024