Automation Technician 3rd shift

At Jack Link’s, we feed the journey. We take pride in rolling up our sleeves and getting things done together. Fueled by creativity, passion, and a commitment to doing things the right way, we tackle the hard stuff first and focus on real progress, bold moves, and no excuses. We create opportunities, celebrate wins, own our misses, and push forward as a team, knowing our strength comes from supporting one another and having fun along the way. We cultivate a workplace where passion meets purpose and our Team Members are inspired, recognized, and rewarded for their contributions. 

If you’re ready to make a difference and build something meaningful, we want you! 

Jack Link's Protein Snacks is a global leader in snacking and the No. 1 meat snack manufacturer worldwide. Headquartered in Minong, Wisconsin, Jack Link’s is strategically positioned with production, distribution, and support centers in key locations throughout North America, Brazil, Europe, and the Pacific Rim. This global network allows Jack Link's to deliver a wide variety of high-quality, great tasting protein snacks to consumers around the world. The company’s portfolio of brands includes Jack Link’s®, Lorissa’s Kitchen®, Wild River®, Golden Island®, Country Fresh Meats®, BiFi®, Peperami® , Mariani and Local Legends Meat Snacks.

We offer:

• Steady, predictable shifts
• A passionate team 
• Strong family values
• Career opportunities with a goal to promote from within
• Competitive pay including a bonus plan
• Great benefits including a medical plan, dental plan and vision plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holiday pay
• Discounted product

Job Description

Hours: Friday-Sunday, 5:30 am - 6 pm

The role of the Maintenance – Automation Technician is responsible for making sure all automated machines are running effectively. Stopping production when machines are not running effectively, troubleshooting the problem, and find the solutions quickly. Maintenance/Automation Technician should have extensive knowledge on hydraulics, pneumatics, systems and a working knowledge of PLC’s. This position will be carried out in accordance with all company policies and procedures.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties and responsibilities of this position shall consist of, but not be limited to, the following:

• Load product into machines as needed to get ready for startup.
• Set up lines correctly.
• Operate auto-palletizing robot.
• Ensure cartoner, case erector, and robotic palletizer are operating effectively.
• Follow good manufacturing practices and HACCP training, along with company SOP’s.
• Manage start-up to make sure equipment is in proper operating condition.
• Perform necessary checks at start of shift and at each new product change over; document on paperwork, code date, correct label, upper/lower film, etc.
• Move and install plant machinery and equipment as needed.
• Perform preventative maintenance on all plant machinery and equipment as scheduled.
• Ability to give detailed descriptions related to troubleshooting and repair of equipment on a PC based system.
• Extensive experience with pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical, electronic equipment.
• Ensure product conforms to specifications.
• Ensure products are correctly labeled and identified for proper disposition.
• Prevent/minimize rework and/or inedible product.
• Monitor workflow to maximize machine output efficiencies.
• Keep accurate records of products produced and materials used.
• Suggest improvements; continuously improve the quality of all support activities.
• Tasks will vary as situations and demands change; the lead/foreman/supervisor will assign tasks as necessary.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as necessary.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required Education: Some college level training in Electronics Technology or similar technical field. Combination of experience and skilled trade’s programs or military training.

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required Education: Some college level training in Electronics Technology or similar technical field. Combination of experience and skilled trade’s programs or military training.

Preferred:

• Associate degree in a related technology field
• One year of experience in a distribution center
• One year of training experience or a combination of education and experience
• ASRS (Automated Storage and Retrieval System) experience 

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE and ABILITIES:

• Proven attention to detail demonstrated in a fast-paced environment. 
• Good math and accounting skills
• Proficient in Internet navigation, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to communicate professionally with people at all levels.
• Problem solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must demonstrate effective leadership, problem solving, and facilitation, presentation, and employee motivational skills.

Additional Information

Additional Information

The starting rate for this role is $23.42-$29.28 hourly. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, and candidate skill set and experience. Base pay is just one component of Jack Link’s Total Rewards package for Team Members. Other rewards may include annual incentive and program-specific awards. Jack Link’s provides a variety of benefits to eligible Team Members, including medical, dental and vision benefits, life and disability insurance, 401k participation, paid holidays, and paid time off.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to be successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, bend, squat, and reach. Frequently lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds. The odor and possible contact of beef jerky, spices, and sauces.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work environment is a plant / office setting with varying degrees of temperatures and noise levels. Exposure to manufacturing equipment movement and wet / slippery floors. Much of this job is conducted in a climate-controlled building. However, this job does include going on the roof and maintaining the grounds during inclement weather. Travel to other facilities may be required.

About Jack Link’s:

Jack Link's Protein Snacks is a global leader in snacking and the No. 1 meat snack manufacturer worldwide. Still family-owned with headquarters in Minong, Wisconsin, Jack Link’s also has a large corporate hub in Downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota, and operates a total of 11 manufacturing and distribution facilities in four countries. Jack Link’s produces high-quality, great-tasting protein snacks that feed the wild sides of consumers around the world. Jack Link's Protein Snacks family of brands includes Jack Link's, Lorissa's Kitchen, MATADOR, SQUATCH, World Kitchens Jerky, Grass Run Farms Meat Snacks, Bifi and Pepperami.

The story of Jack Link’s Protein Snacks is one of family traditions. It began with treasured family recipes passed from generation to generation, transforming a small North Woods business into one of the fastest-growing snack manufacturers in the world. Today Jack Link’s sells more than 100 different protein snacks in more than 40 countries.

The principles and traditions of Jack Link’s have been the same since its humble beginnings: hard work, integrity and a commitment to earn consumer respect by delivering the best-tasting protein snacks in the world.

EEO Statement:

Jack Link’s provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic that is protected by federal, state or local law.

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