Maintenance Technician

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, Classic Jerky, MATADOR Jerky, BiFi and Peperami.

Job Description

Hours: Monday- Friday, 1:30pm to 10pm

Perform mechanical repair and maintenance duties

Perform routine maintenance and follow the preventive maintenance program.

Performing electrical and mechanical maintenance on all equipment

Perform general maintenance duties including repairs, preventive maintenance duties including repair, preventive maintenance and corrective maintenance for the building.

Inspect equipment and perform preventative maintenance

Perform preventative maintenance and basic repair on all plant equipment

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Day to day preventative maintenance and repair of all types of plant equipment.
• Understanding the importance for equipment repairs and eliminate possible downtimes be aware of parts / tools accounting to prevent food contamination in the process.
• Responsible for inspection, repairs, and general upkeep.
• Follow, without exception, all work instructions and safety policies, including use of all PPE and safety equipment
• Perform routine preventive maintenance checks on all production equipment and machinery
• Repair all equipment including electrical, mechanical and hydraulics
• Able to understand the operation cycle and functions off each production line.
• Observe and listen to mechanical devices in operation to locate causes of problem
• Adjust functional parts of devices and be able to set up production lines.
• Lubricate and clean machinery and support equipment to maintain housekeeping and preventive maintenance standards within the plant.
• Document Parts and supplies used in daily process.
• Accomplish all work orders to maintain safety; reduce downtime; decrease scrap; improve quality production; and improve plant efficiency
• Follows all safety rules and procedures including Lockout/Tagout program, housekeeping, and 5S standards and observes the operations to insure a safe work environment
• Perform other related duties as assigned

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: High school diploma or GED

Required Experience: 1-3 years of related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred:             

• Basic knowledge of manufacturing.
• Facility maintenance experience preferred
• Industrial mechanical experience.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics and electronics
• Knowledge of electrical/mechanical safety practices
• Prior Knowledge of food processing equipment helpful. 
• Electrical and electrical troubleshooting of 120/240/480 3ph systems.
• Troubleshooting PLC and frequency drives.