Godshall's Quality Meats is an employee-owned company producing premium smoked meat products for the US and international markets. We are looking for a Maintenance Mechanic Technician to join our Team!

Schedule

3rd shift: Sunday – Thursday plus Weekends as needed 10pm –6:30am

Mandatory overtime required. Hours are subject to change

Job Purpose

The Maintenance Mechanic Technician is responsible for preventative maintenance, repairing, installing, processing and packaging equipment, systems and utilities. In addition, this team member ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing maintenance requirements (both planned and unplanned) on production, packaging, processing equipment, and utility systems to provide a continuous supply of heat, steam, cooling, electrical, power, gas, or air required for operations. All tasks will be performed following all safety guidelines while supporting the policies, goals and objectives of the company.

Duties and Responsibilities

Primary job duties and responsibilities include:

• Follow all applicable Safety and Health policies and practices and informs immediate supervisor about unsafe or unhealthy conditions observed in the workplace.
• Consult with immediate supervisor concerning issues, unusual problems or developments and clarification on direction and scope of efforts.
• Responsible for equipment inspection, maintenance and repair requirements.
• Provide technical assistance for new machinery and adapting existing processes.
• Conduct ongoing preventative visual inspections of machinery and load-handling equipment and provide all scheduled/non-scheduled maintenance and repair as required.
• Provide on-call repair service for machinery.
• Order and keep track on machine parts as necessary.
• Provide all mechanical/technical applications to adapt and install new production equipment for operations; includes pre-consideration of electrical, computer, layout and mechanical applications.
• Read, study and review manuals and relevant literature to stay current on new equipment and the updating of existing equipment.
• Complete preventative maintenance reports and other documents to communicate status of equipment and action required for effective operation of production equipment.
• Perform lock out tag out to all equipment.
• Weekly/ monthly Preventative Maintenance.
• Navigate Mpulse and complete work orders in a timely matter and on time.
• Understand how to set up and operate all equipment and perform entry level maintenance tasks
• Complete upkeeping of plant including unclogging drains, fixing hoses, change light bulbs etc.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications required to successfully perform the job include:

• High School or GED equivalent or 1-3 month related experience in manufacturing environment and/or training/education.
• Able to read and interpret equipment manuals, schematics, and work with the maintenance computer system for work order processing and completion.
• Mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulics skills are required.
• Fabrication skills, including machining and welding with TIG/MIG are a plus.
• Basic computer and math skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with technicians, supervisors and members of other trades and plant employees.
• Able to safely use manual tools and power equipment common in the construction trades.
• Able to handle hazardous materials safely and tolerate exposure to heavy machinery and other environmental hazards in both indoor and outdoor.

Working Conditions

Exposure to plant environment that is wet, very humid and undergoes temperature changes, from hot to cold. Fast-paced environment working around heavy meat processing equipment. Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to perform extensive walking and standing throughout the shift daily.
• Ability to identify and distinguish colors
• Ability to perform physical activities such as bending, standing, climbing, crouching, stooping, kneeling.
• Ability to reach with hands and arms and use sense of smell to help diagnose and repair equipment/machinery.
• Must be able to perform physical activities, such as, but not limited to, lifting equipment, up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
• Moderate hand/wrist flexion and gripping pressure.

This position description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this position. The incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those stated in this description.

The company reserves the right to revise or change this job description as the need arises. This job description does not constitute any written or implied contract of employment.

Why Join Godshall’s

Godshall’s offers a supportive, team-oriented culture where your work is valued. We provide comprehensive training, advancement opportunities, and a workplace built on our core values of Love, Inspiration, and Trust.

Employee Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Paid Time Off + Leave
• 401k + Company Match
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Disability & Life Insurance
• Education Assistance
• Advancement Opportunities
• Perks & Awards

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

At Godshall’s, eligible team members become employee-owners. Shares are earned at no cost, and as the company grows, your ESOP account grows as well. This long-term wealth-building benefit is a core part of who we are.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.