JOB DESCRIPTION INFORMATION

Position Title: Maintenance Mechanic

Type of Job Description: New Job Description

Position Type: Fulltime

Job Catalog Position Title: Maintenance Mechanic

FLSA Status: Hourly

Department: Maintenance

Location: Columbia, MO

Business Unit: Swift Prepared Foods

Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor

Years of Experience: 1 - 2 years of industrial maintenance experience

Number of employees Supervised: None

Since 1945, Principe has combined its Italian heritage with true craftsmanship to deliver the best Italian meats and charcuterie in the world. To meet growing consumer demand for great-tasting, high-quality Italian meats and charcuterie, Principe Foods is opening a new facility, combining old world traditions with innovative recipes, and expanding the authentic artisan offerings of Principe in the United States.

Swift Prepared Foods, a division of JBS USA, the leading global supplier of diversified, high-quality food products, acquired Principe Foods in February 2022. Swift was founded nearly 150 years ago by Gustavus Swift, a pioneer whose passion and innovative spirit transformed the meat industry.

Now it is your turn to join a company with the mission to use these 100-plus years of knowledge to be the BEST in all we do; completely focused on our business, ensuring the BEST products and services to our customers; a relationship of trust with our suppliers and profitability for our shareholders. All this, we do to provide an opportunity for a better future for all of our TEAM MEMBERS.

We are looking for a Maintenance Mechanic for the Principe Columbia site that:

JOB SUMMARY

Under direct supervision and established procedures, is responsible for maintenance of facility equipment including troubleshooting issues related to machinery such as Formax, Alkar, Multivac, Flexvac and slicing equipment. Ideal candidates will have a background in: Boiler Maintenance, Refrigeration, Electrical Systems, Schematics, Multi-meters, Hydraulics and pneumatics.

Hourly Rates range from: $23.00 to $29.50 based on experience, licenses and/or certification

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Monitor all production areas to ensure the proper functioning of equipment and machinery.

Complete assigned work orders.

MUST adhere to Safety Procedures including, but not limited to Lock Out Tag Out, Power Industrial Truck, Scissor Lift, Harness/Fall Protection, etc.

Adjust, repair, and replace electrical and electronic equipment.

Promote and encourage safety in all aspects of maintenance.

Complete required paperwork.

Completes assigned responsibilities and oversees the mechanical work of equipment.

Responsible for correcting or facilitating correctable measures when downtime results from mechanical or technical defects.

Conducts pre-operational inspection and handles maintenance concerns of Production Supervisors to make sure operation begins as scheduled.

Willing to work 40+ hours per week in all areas of the plant.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

High School diploma or equivalent required.

Ability to read, write, and speak in English.

Ability to perform general mathematical calculations.

Mechanical inclination and knowledge of job specifications.

Previous production maintenance experience

DECISION – MAKING AUTHORITY

None

BUDGETARY OR PROPERTY RESPONSIBILITY

None

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds

Ability to work 12-hour shifts is required

Noise level in the work areas can be loud, especially in the ammonia compressor room

Will be regularly exposed to outside weather in all conditions

Will be regularly exposed to chemicals used in the plant and for maintenance processes

Able to climb ladders and stairs regularly

Able to climb under and over piping and equipment as needed

Plant environment will include wet or humid conditions (non-weather related), extreme cold (non-weather related), and working near moving mechanical parts

Food manufacturing operations environment

More about us:

Opportunity for career growth – we prefer to promote internal employees into management roles as they are ready for new responsibilities

Comprehensive benefits package for full time employees including Medical, 401(k) and free tuition to select schools

Charitable involvement across Mid-West communities (Hometown Strong)

Company Culture (Purpose & Culture)

EOE/Vets/Disability