Maintenance Mechanic III
Cargill - Vernon, CA
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Job Level: HourlyJob Type: Hourly Full TimeWant to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join Cargill''s global team of 155,000 employees who are committed to safe, responsible and sustainable ways to nourish the world. This position is in Cargill''s protein and salt business, where we provide wholesome, high-quality food products to a wide range of customers, from foodservice operators and grocery stores to manufacturers and exporters.Job Location: Vernon, CAJob Type: Full TimeShift(s) Available: 1st & 2ndCompensation: $31.50/hrSign-On Bonus: $2,000 Benefits InformationOvertime PotentialVacation & Holiday PayHealth Insurance (Medical, Dental, & Vision)401(k) Retirement PlanTuition ReimbursementLife Insurance and Short-Term DisabilityCareer Development OpportunitiesEmployee DiscountsPrincipal AccountabilitiesCompleting preventative, predictive, and reactive industrial maintenance throughout the facility while working in a fast-paced environment around raw and/or cooked meatOperating standard maintenance tools such as power tools, basic hand tools, electric tools, preventative maintenance technology tools, etc.Documenting completed work and the conditions found, utilizing maintenance computer software as necessaryUtilizing and working with maintenance trades and components such as industrial electrical/automation, industrial millwright work, and industrial plumbing, along with completing various building/grounds workUtilizing, repairing and testing various equipment, including automated packaging equipment and conveyor systemsOperating forklifts and/or scissor liftsUnderstanding and adhering to all safety rules and regulationsMaintaining a safe and clean work environmentExposure to wet and/or humid conditions in a warm or cool environment, as well as slippery surfaces at varied heightsStanding for long periods of time, the use of stairs and ladders, and wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated areas of the facilityOther duties as assigned Required QualificationsMust be eligible to work in the United States without Visa sponsorshipMust be 18 years or olderAbility to understand and communicate in English (verbal/written)Ability to perform physical job duties which may include bending, lifting up to 50 lbs, kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting safely, with or without a reasonable accommodationAbility to work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions which may include heat, cold, dust, loud noise, etc., with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE)Ability to work in elevated areas (4 feet and above)Ability to work overtime including weekends, holidays, or different shifts with advance noticeBasic use of a computerMinimum of 2 years'' experience with electrical power and control systems, such as programmable logic controllers (PLC) and variable frequency drives (VFD)Minimum of 3 years'' experience with mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems Preferred QualificationsPrevious industrial refrigeration experience in food manufacturing and/or animal protein industryFamiliarity with United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Good Manufacturing Processes (GMP) guidelinesAbility to program Allen Bradley PLC''s Considered candidates will receive a phone call from a (952) area code. Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement.Cargill highly encourages vaccinations but does not mandate them. Upon hire, you will be asked to provide your vaccination status. Employees may be required to wear masks, depending on requirements of the business and public health requirements based on the spread of COVID in the communityEqual Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet
Created: 2025-10-04