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About West Liberty Foods

Our mission is to be a leading food manufacturer by converting needs, ideas and expertise into value for our members, business partners and consumers.

West Liberty Foods manufactures hundreds of meat and poultry products that can be found in well-known grocery stores and top restaurant chains nationwide. Recognized as one of the top protein processors in North America, we have the capacity to produce over 650 million pounds of food products per year across our facilities. We are The Surprisingly Big Company®, and we’re right in your backyard.

Build your career with West Liberty Foods and be a part of an exciting, collaborative team that becomes family!

Opportunity Overview

Position Detail

Information

Job Title

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Location

West Liberty, IA

Shift

1st

Hourly Wage Range

$23.00 to $30.00+ per hour depending on experience

Shift Premium

None

Sign On Bonus

$3,000 Sign On Bonus Available

Job Summary

We are looking for someone that loves to work with their hands and troubleshoot machines when they break down. The position for Industrial Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for supporting production by maintaining operation of machinery and mechanical equipment along with experience on automated equipment. Troubleshooting mechanical and basic electrical systems in order to maintain and repair equipment.

Key Responsibilities

Complete daily preventative maintenance and daily tasks.
Assist and become an active member of the HAZMAT team.
Read and understand mechanical and electrical diagrams and technical repair manuals.
Able to diagnose and troubleshoot automated equipment.
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical breakdowns in a timely manner.
Apply knowledge of occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions applicable to maintenance work.
Operate lifts and material handling tools as needed.
Visually inspect and test machinery and equipment as needed.
Able to adapt to a fast paced work environment

Job Requirements

**Schedule: **Work 12 hour shifts, 7 of 14 days each two week pay period. Sample schedule is as follows:- Week 1: Work Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday; Off Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday
- Week 2: Work Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday; Off Sunday, Monday Thursday, Friday
- May be asked to work additional shifts as needed.
Experience: Working on automated (PLC’s, Vision Systems) equipment, Textor/Weber/Multivac equipment, 480V, pneumatics is preferred. Experience in food manufacturing or processing is a plus. Ability to read prints/schematics/drawings. Minimum of 2 years of experience in a mechanical field in an industrial or manufacturing setting is preferred. Must have computer skills to communicate and process data, preferred experience with CMMS, L2L, Google Suite.
**Knowledge: **This position does require candidates to read and write English with the ability to comprehend basic maintenance manuals. Basic knowledge of hydraulics, troubleshooting including mechanical and electrical/electronic, PLCs, welding/fabrication, AC/DC controls, motor controls, 3 phase wiring, plumbing, conveyors, pneumatic systems and more.
Age: Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the United States; no sponsorships are available.
Education: Associates Degree or equivalent in a related field is preferred.
Physical Abilities:- Ability to stand for long periods.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, including above the head and below the waist.
- Must be able to climb ladders and do work on aerial work platforms as needed.
Environmental: Ability to work in varying temperature conditions.
Flexibility: Must be able to work overtime as needed. Ability to adjust quickly to changing demands.
Compliance: Must practice good personal hygiene. Candidates must successfully pass a post-offer/pre-employment drug test, background screen, physical and E-Verify.

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Liberty Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

West Liberty Foods is committed to providing all team members with predictable work schedules that accommodate the universal need to spend time away from work to rest, relax, and spend time with family and friends. However, as a food manufacturer, West Liberty Foods is responsible for producing perishable products. To help ensure that our food products meet the quality and safety standards our customers expect, team members may, at times, be asked or expected to work overtime, weekends, or holidays. West Liberty Foods remains committed to its overtime, weekend, and holiday pay policies, and will schedule team members for those hours on a volunteer-first basis, whenever possible.

The following benefits are available:

Medical, Dental, Vision & Prescription Coverage
Paid Time Off
Life Insurance
Short Term Disability
Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Educational Assistance Program
Discount Benefits
Additional Voluntary Benefits

To be considered an applicant for this position, you must apply online on our careersite at https://careers.wlfoods.com/

You should be proficient in:

PLC Troubleshooting Skills
Electrical Schematics
Electrical Troubleshooting Skills
Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
Food and Beverage Manufacturing
ISO 22000
120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems
Hydraulics Experience
Electrical Systems Diagnostics & Repair
Preventive Maintenance & Inspection
Electrical Installation
Electrical Troubleshooting
Electrical Repair
Troubleshooting Industrial Automation Equipment
Mechanical Testing
PLC Wiring Experience
Electrical / Electronic Systems
Pneumatics Troubleshooting
Boiler Certification
Boiler Troubleshooting
Maintenance and Repair Skills
Industrial Electrical Experience
Industrial Electrical Systems
Hydraulic Systems & Components
Equipment Diagnostics & Troubleshooting
Mechanical Systems & Component Repair
Electrical Schematic Reading
Equipment Repair & Maintenance
Equipment Installation
Machine Safety Inspections
3 phase wiring
AC/DC controls
automated
automated equipment
CMMS
maintain machinery
motor controls
Multivac
Textor
VFD
Servo

Machines & technologies you'll use:

Refrigeration/Cooling Systems
Conveyor Systems
Servo Motors
plc
vaccume
vfd