Maintenance Technician 1st-Alma

Hormel Foods – Industrial Maintenance Mechanic (1st Shift)

$9000 RETENTION BONUS

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Location: Alma, KS

Shift: 1st Shift (Monday–Friday, 5:00AM–1:30PM; weekend work as required)

Wage Rate: $25.25-$35.25 per hour

We are seeking motivated, skilled individuals to join our Maintenance team. Ideal candidates show strong problem-solving abilities, reliability, and a commitment to safety and operational excellence. This role plays a critical part in keeping production equipment running efficiently and safely in our food processing environment.

Responsibilities

• Tear down, set up, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair all plant equipment with minimal supervision.
• Install, operate, maintain, and repair processing equipment using industrial maintenance skills.
• Monitor equipment performance and make adjustments to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance programs.
• Assist with system modifications to improve equipment operation and support plant goals.
• Utilize the Asset Management System (EAM).
• Provide training to less experienced maintenance personnel.

Qualifications

Required:

• Previous mechanical experience required.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Attention to detail and ability to use computer systems/software.
• Ability to climb ladders, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in temperatures ranging from -10°F to 100°F.
• Ability to use powered equipment such as forklifts and hi-lifts.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
• Must be 18 year of age or older. 

Preferred:

• Preferred experience with mechanical, electrical, pneumatics, and hydraulics in an industrial manufacturing facility.
• Experience with refrigeration equipment, boilers, compressors, HVAC, fire suppression, or water treatment a plus.

Work Environment

• Exposure to cold temperatures (35–40°F on production floor).
• Wet, slippery floors and mechanical equipment.
• Exposure to chemicals used in sanitation.
• Loud noise; PPE required including hard hat, safety glasses, and hearing protection.

Compensation & Benefits

• $9,000 Retention Bonus (3rd party applicants and internal transfers not eligible-contact for details
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Life insurance; short-term and long-term disability.
• Vacation and holiday pay.
• Employee assistance and wellness programs.
• Educational assistance.

Company Information

Thank you for your interest in joining the Alma team! Employee safety and food safety are our top priorities. Every employee plays a vital role in maintaining a safe work environment and producing quality, wholesome products for our consumers.

Hormel Foods provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability. xhyhwjd

How to Apply

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