Maintenance Mechanic
Company: Michael Foods Inc.
Location: Jefferson
Posted on: May 21, 2023
Job Description:
Business Unit Description: Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in
the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg
products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer
exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you
can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact.
Join our company and be part of an innovative team that's First in
Food. Location Description: Wakefield is one of the largest
production facilities within Michael Foods. - We serve as a flex
plant and are able to produce everything from a whole pasteurized
egg to liquid, dried, hardboiled and curds. - Responsibilities:
POSITION SUMMARY: - General Maintenance position is responsible for
completion of all PM Work, all mechanical repairs on plant
equipment as well as minor electrical repairs as needed. Relocation
Bonus Available for eligible candidates (Contact HR for details).
-DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Works on all mechanical repairs on plant equipment.
- Works on minor electrical repairs as needed.
- Performs all PM work as needed on equipment.
- Ability to read blueprints and simple wiring schematics.
- Able to use hand and power tools correctly.
- Ability to work weekends, holidays on a rotating schedule and
added hours when needed.
- Will work around power transmissions.
- Knows and understands the function and construction of a
machine's foundation.
- Knowledge of coupling bushings (install and remove).
- Familiar with different types of v-belts, along with preventive
maintenance steps for the v-belt drive systems.
- Capable of identifyinying the operation of a variable speed
v-belt drive around the plant.
- Knowledge of the five basic components of a hydraulic
system.
- Understand the hydraulic flow and the units that it is measured
in.
- Knowledge of the types of positive displacement of hydraulic
pumps.
- Knowledge of other categories of liquid pumps (not
hydraulic).
- Knowledge of the different methods of the pump motor/shaft
connections.
- Know two units of pump flow rate measurement.
- Know the characteristics of a system head curve.
- Adheres to safe work practices, following GMP's, maintaining
sanitary conditions and ensuring that product quality is
maintained. Reports to management if any conditions or practices
may adversely affect food safety, food quality or personnel
safety.
- Assumes personal responsibility to insure safe and healthy
workplace for everyone. Adhere to all safety policies and
procedures and, incorporate safety and health in all jobs and
tasks.
- Insures regulatory compliance at all times.
- Able to perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications:
PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short
correspondence, and memos.
- Able to write simple correspondence.
- Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and
small group situations.
- Capable of adding and subtracting two digit numbers and of
multiplying and dividing with 10's and 100's.
- Able to perform these operations using units of weight
measurement, volume and distance.
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out
instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
- Able to deal with problems involving several concrete variables
in standardized situations.
- Must be able to work safely with chemicals.
- Must be able to obtain LOTO, Confined Space, Respiratory
training/certification.
- Demonstrates the ability to work effectively with others to
complete work assignments.
- Open to change.
- Positive interpersonal relationships.
- Able to work independently and with others in a team
environment.
- Self-motivated while also willing to ask questions and seek
direction.
- Displays responsible behavior at work. -PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Capable of safely lifting 75 lbs. on occasion.
- Ability to work in hot, cold, wet, noisy, dusty and humid
environments.
Keywords: Michael Foods Inc., Sioux City , Maintenance Mechanic, Engineering , Jefferson, Iowa
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