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Redwood Farms Meat Processors - Estherville, IA 51334

Overview

Salary Range $32.00 - $40.00 Hourly Level Experienced Position Type Full Time Job Shift 1st (Day Shift) Travel Percentage None Category Maintenance

Description

NOW OFFERING A $1,500 SIGN-ON BONUS (Paid in Increments Throughout First Year of Employment)

Farmers Union Industries, LLC, also known as FUI, is a leading agricultural-based manufacturing company headquartered in Redwood Falls, MN. Our current operations include Central Bi-Products, Northland Choice, Midwest Grease, Artex Manufacturing, Redwood Farms Meat Processors, and Performance Pet Products. Please visit our website at fuillc.com to learn more!

Redwood Farms Meat Processors, located in Estherville, IA, was built out of a passion for the Great American Farm and its traditions. You'll see that in our people and our products. We are changing the way pork is processed; learn more about what we do at fuillc.com/redwood-farms/.

We are excited to grow our team at our state-of-the-art pork processing facility! We offer day shift hours with a competitive hourly wage, plus a benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, an impressive 401K match, and much more!

Day Shift: Monday-Friday, 6:00am-4:30pm

Additional hours may be required during the week or weekend depending on breakdowns and project needs

All areas of accountability to be delivered with GRIT - our values of Generosity, Relationships, Integrity, and Teamwork

Oversee and Repair Electrical Equipment & Components Backup Support for General Maintenance Duties

Install, maintain, and repair electrical control, wiring, low/high voltage, and lighting systems

Perform routine and preventative maintenance and inspections on electrical systems and and/or production equipment

Troubleshoot electrical issues using appropriate testing devices

Read and interpret technical diagrams, blueprints, and schematics

Promptly respond to emergency radio calls; work efficiently to repair machinery with minimal downtime

Understand basic HVAC, Freon and CO2 systems and well as various testing equipment

Accurately complete work orders to document materials used and time spent on maintenance projects

Assist other maintenance or production personnel, when requested and/or time allows

Assist with inventory control, as needed

Safely operate skid steers, forklifts, telehandlers, and scissors lifts, if needed

Work safely following all company safety policies, practices, procedures, and improvement initiatives

Follow National Electrical Code state and local building regulations; comply with all regulatory requirements for food safety

Situations may arise that require employees to temporarily or permanently assume responsibility for tasks not specifically outlined in this job description. Employees may be requested to work additional hours and/or accommodate a heavier than normal workload.

Electrical degree or completion of an Electrical Apprenticeship Program

Experience working as an electrician or technician, preferred; manufacturing experience, a plus

Advanced understanding of electrical codes and systems, control wiring, safety systems, blueprints, and maintenance & repairs

Experience with Studio 5000, SCADA or PLC Programming, a plus

Familiarity with HVAC systems, generators, Variable Frequency Drive (VFD), preferred

Ability to independently solve problems, use resources, and execute tasks

Proficiency in using tools such as multimeters and meggers

Awareness of the importance of food safety standards while performing equipment maintenance

Experience with skid steers, forklifts, telehandlers, and scissors lifts, preferred; pass in-house certifications upon hire

Knowledge of safety procedures such as confined space entry, line opening, fall protection, lockout tagout, and hot work

Effectively communicate with supervisors and co-workers and follow written and/or verbal instructions

Accurately read and understand signs, labels, warnings, directions, operator manuals, service manuals, and wiring schematics associated with the maintenance and/or operation of instruments, equipment, and/or chemical usage

Proficient in basic math skills, measuring, and reading data trends; accurately and legibly record information

Willingness and ability to work extra hours as needed during the week or weekend

Ability to work in a facility that processes pigs

Must be 18 years of age or older for insurance purposes

Consistently push and/or pull heavy objects

Consistently bend at the waist and/or knees or crawl

Consistently climb stairs and/or ladders up to 10 feet or be elevated in scissors lifts up to 40 feet

Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds from floor to waist level; rarely lift up to 75 pounds

Stand up to 100% of the workday

Ability to distinguish colors (ex: wire color codes)

Tolerance of varying environmental conditions – heat, cold, and/or wet and slippery conditions