Maintenance Tech. 2nd shift

Job Type


Full-time

Description

About the Company

For over 60 years, Branding Iron Holdings ("BIH") has been producing high quality beef and pork products while delivering customized solutions to the food service and retail trade industries. With an eye to the future, BIH has put a strong focus on building internal talent and on leveraging unique product lines and national distribution to drive continued growth. Guided by a strong set of core values (Respect, Integrity and Stewardship), reflecting a culture of servant leadership at every level, BIH's team works hard to foster a culture that embraces and builds meaningful, long-term relationships with both employees and its customer base.


Position Summary:

While maintaining a safe work environment, this role performs daily activities that support the production department through timely repair and maintenance of grinding, forming, freezing, and packaging equipment. This position plays a key role in preventing production line stoppages by troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues, completing scheduled preventative maintenance, and accurately documenting work within a CMMS system.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze mechanical and operational processing equipment and repair issues using hand and trade tools

• Repair and maintain production equipment, including hydraulic and pneumatic systems

• Troubleshoot electrical systems, including opening panels, replacing starters, contactors, and relays, and interpreting schematics

• Perform preventative maintenance on engines, motors, conveyors, forming equipment, freezers, and packaging machines

• Follow diagrams, manuals, manufacturer instructions, and engineering specifications for maintenance tasks

• Demonstrate knowledge of VFDs and PLCs; perform industrial electrical installation, service, repair, and wiring

• Read and interpret schematic drawings

• Record labor hours, preventative maintenance, and work orders in a CMMS system

• Maintain a safe work environment by following PPE requirements and LO/TO procedures

• Support continuous operation by responding quickly to equipment issues

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree (2-year program) in Industrial Maintenance or 1-2 years of relevant experience with strong mechanical and electrical skills

• Ability to lift 60-80 pounds and perform physical tasks (bending, climbing, reaching)

• Ability to read and follow written instructions and safely use hand and power tools

• Comfortable working in cold environments (approx. 40°F production floor; freezer areas at 0°F or below)

• Ability to work in elevated areas and use ladders

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; receptive to feedback and able to clearly share information

• Team-oriented with strong work ethic and logical problem-solving skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage workload, and meet deadlines

Preferred Experience:

• FORMAX, MULTIVAC, HVAC, HAZMAT, and Ammonia Refrigeration systems

Machinery

• Meat grinding equipment

• Beef patty forming machines

• Liquid nitrogen freezers

• Vacuum packaging and roll stock machines

• Various industrial packaging equipment

Benefits Overview

Competitive base salary ($30-32/hour). Base salary is one component of a competitive compensation package for employees. Full benefits package, including medical/ vision/ dental/life insurance, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off. We take into consideration a variety of factors including, but not limited to, skills, abilities, experience, education, credentials, and internal equity when determining the base salary offered.


Branding Iron Holdings is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, disability, veteran status, religion, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.

Salary Description


$30-$32/hour