Maintenance Mechanic

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Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join Cargill's global team of 160,000 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: West Columbia, SC
Job Type: Full Time
Shift(s) Available: 1st, 2nd, & 3rd
Compensation: $33.25 /hr

Benefits Information

• $.50 cent differential
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Health and Wellness Incentives
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• 401(k) with Cargill matching contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts

Principal Accountabilities

• Effectively and safely operates standard maintenance tools such as power tools, basic hand tools and basic electrical testing equipment
• Repair/rebuild various gearboxes according to manufacturer specifications
• Properly align belt/chain drive setups
• Repair/Troubleshoot production equipment
• Read and understand mechanical and electrical schematics without issue
• Utilize MRO system
• Basic cutting/grinding/welding
• Documenting daily work assigned on paper and in maintenance management system
• Follow prescribed safety rules and regulation as well as other departmental policies and procedures.
• Identify problems and make suggestions to improve operational processes

Required Qualifications

• Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
• Must be 18 years or older
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Must be able to understand schematics and installation/operation manuals
• Knowledge in the following: basic electronics, fabrication, electrical systems, equip/troubleshooting, technical systems, pneumatic systems, hydraulic

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous industrial maintenance experience
• Previous Cargill experience 
• Work history in the last 12 months

Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet.