Maintenance Mechanic
Sanderson Farms - Summit, MS
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SHIFT DETAILS: - 1st shift - 2nd shift - 3rd shift JOB DETAILS: - Day one benefits - On the job training PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Maintenance Mechanic performs preventative, maintenance, and repairs of large manufacturing equipment (hydraulic, pneumatic, conveyor, etc.). RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS: - Perform preventive maintenance inspections and service on machines, including cleaning, oiling, lubricating, changing belts machinery as necessary to ensure machines are in optimal working condition - Identify root cause of unexpected breakdowns of machines; repair quickly and efficiently to decrease downtime for machine - Record and report damaged, worn, or broken parts, ordering and installing replacement parts for machines as needed - Prepare reports documenting work performed. - Clean, organize, inventory, stock, and otherwise maintains shop areas, parts, tools, and supplies as needed - Coordinate with managers to schedule regular maintenance on machines. - Collaborate with department heads regarding new products being added and modifications that will be required - Make necessary modifications and implements tests runs; confers with product manager regarding test results and makes additional alterations to machinery as required - Identify opportunities for improvement, present to appropriate leader, and implement, lead or participate in solution implementation - Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in all areas where mandatory helping to promote a zero-accident culture - Perform additional relevant duties as assigned SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES: - None. This is an individual contributor role with required competencies: Functional/Technical Skills, Action Oriented, Problem Solving, Learning on the Fly, and Interpersonal Savvy EDUCATION and CERTIFICATIONS: - High School diploma or equivalent - Vocational certificate in appropriate field (i.e. welding, maintenance, electrical, etc.) preferred - Ability to take and pass internal required testing EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS: - Mechanically inclined with relevant experience in a manufacturing environment - Ability to read and understand schematics, blueprints, etc. to diagnose problems with manufacturing equipment - Good computer literacy with ability to enter work records in appropriate program - Must have good communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization in a timely and professional manner; multi-lingual strongly preferred - Ability to handle and resolve most issues in an efficient and effective manner - Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize projects, planning skills, and a high attention to detail - Must possess a strong customer-centric attitude, high energy level and a strong sense of urgency SAFETY REQUIREMENTS: - Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs - Wear required protective equipment in all areas where mandatory PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: - Ability to work extended shifts (holiday, weekend and/or extended) as business need requires - Ability to work in cold/ humid or hot/ dusty environments as needed - Prolonged periods of standing, walking, crawling, stooping, kneeling, etc. with ability to bend, stretch, push, pull, and move as needed to reach, clean, and service machinery - Must be able to visually inspect machines - Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
Created: 2025-08-27