Location: Sioux Center, IA
Company: Smithfield Foods
services and performs repairs on equipment in order to ensure proper operation of production equipment and electrical systems. Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities Reads, interprets and understands manufacturers' equipment manuals, preventative (PM) task sheets and safety policies.
Performs equipment adjustments and repairs, preventative maintenance and emergency breakdowns. Performs specific duties during both production and non-production hours in a timely manner with OSHA Lockout/Tagout and Company safety regulations. Monitors performance of equipment and informs maintenance and production supervisors of potential problems. Maintains log books by applying math skills through
the equipment PM stages in order to calibrate machinery to performance standards. Provides " hands on" training and direction to lower level mechanics and techs in properly servicing, repairing and maintaining the equipment operated by the Company.
Minimum Education High School or equivalent Experience Requirements 2 - 4 years. Reading, writing and analytical skills are required. Must have all personal tools at all times and be able to use and operate hand tools and industrial shop equipment. Experience Preferred Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements 1. Position is active. On the plant floor activities such as troubleshooting and re-design of existing systems are routine.
2. May need to move equipment occasionally. 3. May need to access files, supplies and equipment.
4. Position requires an associate to have the ability to move throughout the complex and all facilities..5. When in a plant environment: Exposure primarily consists of wet and moist floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces. May be exposed to temperatures of 28 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with both ambient and 100% humidity. May handle product 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit. May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db to 110 db. May be exposed to all chemicals used in pork, food, processing facility. Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company.
Perdue Farms, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, interaction, interactionual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
operation of Company production machinery and the safe operation of all mechanical and electrical systems located on company property. The Electrical Maintenance Tech must be hardworking, dependable and someone who is exceptionally safety conscious. Must be able to problem-solve, troubleshoot and be capable of analytical and critical thinking.
He or she must be strong communicator and team member who can also work independently. Also important is an attention to detail, time management and organizational skills. Must be able to stand, kneel or crouch for long periods of time throughout the day. Essential Functions: Ability to troubleshoot, working quickly and efficiently to minimize downtime
Read Plans and Blueprints Perform Preventative Maintenance Troubleshoot Problems with Electrical Equipment Repair and Maintain Existing Equipment Maintain Maintenance Logs and Records Keep Company machinery running and in good repair Be vigilantly cognizant of safety risks and adhere to strict safety guidelines when working around machinery.
Determine problems with industrial machinery, identifying which systems are failing and what procedures or parts are needed to fix the issue Qualifications : A nalytical, quick-thinker, required. Able to handle tools and various types of industrial equipment, required Able to repair and maintain hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems. Calibrate
and maintain circuitry, required Reading and interpreting wiring diagrams, required Industrial electrical experience, required 3 wire control, required Troubleshooting skills, required.
Ability to read prints, required. PLC experience is a plus Past experience with 480 3PH systems, preferred. Be able to fabricate parts and systems and to weld and cut metal parts, preferred Able to measure, make calculations, and apply general geometric concepts, required Be able to make decisions, troubleshoot, and make repairs with little to no supervision, required Education : High School Diploma, required. Experience : At least 1 year previous manufacturing or foundry experience At least 3 years electrical experience
