Feed Mill Maintenance Mechanic

Company: Perdue Farms
Location: Burlington
Posted on: September 19, 2023

Job Description:

Perdue Foods is part of Perdue Farms, a family-owned company heading into it's second century of growth and innovation. With a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins, we create products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe, while changing the way animals are raised for food.SummaryMaintain, service, and perform repairs on equipment in order to ensure proper operation of production equipment and electrical systems.This position has a target wage of $25.00-$30.00 per hourBenefitsPerdue offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short and long-term disability protection, and flexible spending accounts. Perdue also offers a 401(k) savings plan with company match.Principal and Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesRead, interpret, and understand manufacturer'sequipment manuals, preventative (PM) task sheets, and safety policiesPerform equipment adjustments and repairs, preventative maintenance, and emergency breakdownsPerform specific duties during both production and non-production hours in a timely manner within OSHA Lockout/Tagout and Company safety regulationsMonitor performance of equipment and informmaintenance and production supervisors of potential issuesMaintain log books by applying math skills through the equipment PM stages in order to calibrate machinery to performance standardsMinimum EducationHigh School or equivalentExperience RequirementsReading, writing, and analytical skills are requiredAbility to learn to use and operate hand tools and industrial shop equipmentEnvironmental Factors and Physical RequirementsPosition is active on the floor activities such as troubleshooting and re-design of existing systems are routineMay need to move equipment occasionallyMay need to access files, supplies, and equipmentPosition requires an associate to have the ability to move throughout the facilityExposed toallseasonal weather conditionsMay be exposed to temperatures of 28 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with both ambient and 100% humidityMust be able to climb heights up to 120 feetMust be able to operate a forkliftMay be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db. to 110 db.May be exposed to all chemicals used in poultryfoodprocessing facilityMust wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the CompanyPerdue Farms, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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