Maintenance Technician II, 3rd shift, Fri-Sun, 5:30 am- 6 pm

Company Description

When it comes to being wild, we know a thing or two. We're not afraid of trying something new or the hard work it takes to make it happen. It's in our DNA. We've turned a family recipe into a new snacking category. And the wilderness into the world's largest meat snack business, that's still proudly family owned and operated.

We're a company built by innovators, and are driven to not only satisfy your hunger, but to also feed your journey – whether that journey is on the road, on the run, at the campground, at the playground, in the office or in the moment. It’s a journey we share with you. It’s the journey forward of our people, of our communities, of our category…with a reverence for quality and an irreverence for the status quo.

 At Jack Link's Protein Snacks, we see every moment of every day as an opportunity to move forward, to forge new ground. To realize our vision of becoming the World’s #1 Protein Snack Company. We never give up. You never give up. Together, we keep going. Are you wild enough to join us?

Jack Link's Protein Snacks is a global leader in snacking and the No. 1 meat snack manufacturer worldwide. Family-owned and operated with headquarters in Minong, Wisconsin, Jack Link’s Protein Snacks also has a large corporate hub in Downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota. The company is made up of over 4,000 passionate team members, across 11 countries, who share an uncompromising commitment to delivering awesome products and feeding the journey of those who move things forward. The Jack Link’s Protein Snacks portfolio of brands includes, Jack Link’s, Lorissa’s Kitchen, BiFi, Peperami, Wild River, Golden Island and Country Fresh Meats.

Job Description

The role of the Maintenance – Technician II is responsible for making sure all the plant and equipment is running in a safe and efficient manner. Maintains and repairs building and equipment. Stopping production when machines are not running effectively, troubleshooting the problem, and find solutions for issues quickly. This position will be carried out in accordance with all 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.
• Work in a professional manner producing quality work comparable to a licensed contractor.
• Diagnosing equipment defects and making necessary repairs in a timely manner.
• Maintain, repair and troubleshoot machinery, lift trucks, and other facility equipment problems as needed for production issues and efficiency.
• Safely operate various machines, including a Band Saw, Bench Grinder, Hand Grinder, Drill Press, other shop equipment.
• Inspect machines and equipment for conformance with operational and safety standards.
• Maintain all areas of the shop and the interior/exterior of the plant to food safety standards.
• Troubleshoot electrical problems and functions (i.e. motors, controls, basic wiring, rooftop A/C units and processing equipment using standard test equipment to the failed component level)
• Read and understand electrical drawings and schematics, make repairs and upgrades to equipment using drawings and standard test equipment. 
• Read and understand mechanical drawings and use them to make repairs to equipment and fabricate mechanical structures as called out in drawings.
• 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.
• Proficiently operate forklift, pallet jack, battery-changer and stock picker as well as plant owned outside tractors and equipment.
• operate mechanical forklift, pallet jack, battery-changer and stock picker to include plant owned outside tractors and equipment.
• 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

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

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