Feedmill Maintenance - Medford, MN - Jennie-O

Feedmill Maintenance

Full Time

• Hourly

• Must be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful, permanent resident, or have authorization to work in the United States

• Applicants must not now, or any time in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa.

Purpose of Position:

Safely and efficiently operate, maintain and repair feed mill equipment, utilizing preventive and emergency procedures to ensure the timely manufacturing of feed for turkeys. Also, help other employees with safety, customer service, quality control, productivity and cost control by providing involvement in feed mill management and operating decisions/problem solving.

Working Conditions:

Working environment includes both outside and indoor activities. Exposure to all weather conditions is possible. Position requires the ability to work from extreme heights. Physical effort required for working with various machines and equipment. Must have ability to work within a dusty environment and lift 50 pounds.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Maintain and continually update preventive maintenance programs for all equipment within the department.

• Document maintenance programs

• Document maintenance performed

• Maintain inventory of equipment and the listing of physical characteristics such as type, serial number, shaft sizes speeds, etc.

• Carry out Maintenance plan

• Daily inspection of all equipment

• Regular weekly greasing and oiling.

• Report all large jobs to plan for in house schedule.

• Report parts needed to complete repairs.

• Help plan for manpower needed for large maintenance and equipment modification projects.

• Maintain and trouble shoot electrical system

• Maintain and update program to stock and re-stock necessary replacement parts to minimize equipment downtime.

• Maintain the maintenance shop

• Train co-workers in equipment maintenance and equipment repair

• Be knowledgeable in all equipment operating functions within the Feed Mill.

• Perform all housekeeping duties required to maintain a clean and safe working environment.

• Oversee operation of the Steam Generator (Boiler).

• Complete daily, weekly and monthly preventive maintenance duties as outlined by the manufacture.

• Ensure soft water at all times.

• Maintain and ensure proper operation of the Hot water heating system.

• Perform monthly quality control tests and make appropriate adjustments of equipment.

• Possess the appropriate boiler operating license.

What you will receive:

• Competitive pay with pay increases

• You will be trained on all equipment and procedures to prepare you for your role

• Extraordinary benefit package including health, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, PTO, paid holidays, 401K, pension, stock purchase plan, continuing education and much more. Eligible for health care plans after 30 days of employment!

• Advancement opportunities

• Employment with a solid employer

• People stay here for the great employee experience and the long-term opportunities available.

Jennie-O Turkey Store is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

At Jennie-O Turkey Store we invite difference and diversity in all aspects. We offer a space of support, understanding, and community. We are committed to the journey! Learn more about our progress here: https://www.hormelfoods.com/about/diversity-and-inclusion/