Maintenance Mechanic - 2nd Shift - Protein Conversion

Protein Conversion Maintenance Mechanic 2nd Shift

Position Summary: This individual will be responsible for the primary maintenance and repair of all equipment in the Protein Conversion Plant. Rate of pay will be based upon experience, education and maintenance test score. Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Construct, maintain, and test mechanical equipment, machinery, and components
• Identify parts or machines needing new or replacement parts
• Utilize shop mathematics to complete assignments
• Interpret drawings of equipment in order to properly adjust, maintain, and/or repair machinery
• Respond to requests by production area when mechanical issues with equipment have been identified
• Communicate with production management and personnel to diagnose problems and to determine potential mechanical problems
• Perform preventative maintenance (PM)
• Complete assigned tasks with accuracy and efficiency in regards to time as well as resources

Education and Experience Requirements: High School diploma or equivalent preferred; protein conversion experience preferred but not required. General knowledge of maintenance procedures with a minimum of 2 years experience, mechanical, electrical, and welding experience preferred. Skill Summary:

• Minimum 1-2 Years industrial maintenance experience
• Knowledge of industrial manufacturing equipment
• General mathematic ability required to perform job
• Ability to read and interpret documents and drawings
• Basic knowledge of standard and metric measures
• Must be willing to work overtime and weekends: available for call in work.
• Able to lift in excess of 75 pounds.
• Capable of climbing ladders and working in high places and confined spaces.
• Able to work in extreme conditions.
• Able to follow instructions and work independently.
• Excellent work and attendance record.
• Selected candidate will be required to take the Maintenance Placement Exam

Location: Edinburg, VA Protein Conversion

Compensation and Benefits: Benefits : Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment; Paid Time Off : sick leave, vacation, and 6 company observed holidays; 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule; Base Hourly range of $26.61 - $36.16 Depending on Maintenance Placement Testing Score; Career Development: Our company is dedicated to supporting professional growth by offering continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs.

Pilgrim's is a leading global food company with more than 62,000 team members worldwide. The company processes, prepares, packages, and delivers fresh, frozen, and value-added food products for customers in more than 100 countries. Pilgrim's operates protein processing plants and prepared foods facilities in 14 states, Puerto Rico, Mexico, the U.K, the Republic of Ireland and continental Europe.

Our vision: Become the best and most respected company in our industry creating the opportunity of a better future for our team members.

Our core values are: Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity

EOE, including disability/vets