2ND SHIFT AUTOMATION MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

Description Position at JBS USA POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT POSITION:Maintenance Technician (Automation Technician) DEPARTMENT:Electronic and Reliability LOCATION:Ottumwa, IA SALARY CLASS:Non Exempt Division/Department: Pork Reports to:Mike Chickering Responsibilities: Position is intended to cross train in all areas of the plant. Perform scale checks to ensure plant pay scales are within weight calibration specifications. Perform Preventative Maintenance on scales, trolley readers, printers and alarms to ensure they are in working order and problems are caught before they cause downtime. Perform basic Reactive Maintenance on Automated Systems and Instrumentation (basic troubleshooting, changing parts, follow-up to ensure problem is resolved & basic modifications to equipment to improve performance). Regularly accompany higher level team members & maintenance personnel to Reactive Maintenance calls to gain familiarity and troubleshooting techniques for the different automated equipment at the facility. Complete Automation Projects assigned by the Automation & Instrumentation Superintendent that are designed to improve a process within the facility and advance the employee's skill set. Assist and train in startup of the facility's Automated and Robotic equipment. Other duties as assigned Requirements: 3 or more years' experience in equivalent industry & job. Quick Learner Ability to adapt Ability to problem solve Bachelor, Associates, or AAS Degree in related field preferred Experience with PLC preferred Good attendance record (Less than 3 points, for internal candidates) Sponsorship not available for external candidate JBS offers a full range of benefits including health care, life insurance, and a 401 (K) plan. JBS is an equal opportunity employer. EOE, including disability/vets. Our foundation & our strength is in our values DETERMINATION SIMPLICITY AVAILABILITY HUMILITY SINCERITY DISCIPLINE OWNERSHIP

Created: 2026-03-10