Schedule: Monday - Friday, 6:00am-4:30am (schedule subject to change due to repairs and projects)
Farmers Union Industries, LLC, also known as FUI, is a leading agricultural-based manufacturing company headquartered in Redwood Falls, MN. Our current operations include Central Bi-Products, Northland Choice, Midwest Grease, Artex Manufacturing, Redwood Farms Meat Processors, and Performance Pet Products. Please visit our website at fuillc.com to learn more!
Performance Pet, located in Mitchell, SD, is home to the innovators and formulators who turn the desire for leaner, tastier, healthier or otherwise better pet food into an actual product on the shelves. Everything we do is custom-made for every customer, and we're the only canner to do so. Learn more about what we do at performancepet.net/.
We are currently seeking to add a Plant Maintenance Technician to our team on day shift. We offer a starting base wage of $23.38/Hr., along with regular increases and weekly bonuses! Our complete benefits package includes health, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, an impressive 401K match, and much more!
Areas of Accountability
All areas of accountability to be delivered with GRIT - our values of Generosity, Relationships, Integrity, and Teamwork
Plant Maintenance Technicians are responsible for performing general maintenance and repairs on facility equipment, property structures, and the facility grounds.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Work safely following all company safety policies and procedures as well as those of the EPA and OSHA
Survey, troubleshoot and repair all facility electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, pneumatic, and building systems
Maintain heating and plumbing systems
Complete general housekeeping duties as well as landscaping and painting
Respond to radio calls in a timely manner and complete work orders as assigned
Perform weekly, monthly, or annual preventative maintenance tasks
Ensure necessary replacement parts are on hand and schedule maintenance based on part availability
Stay until work on downed equipment is completed or proper handoff to another tech has taken place
Coordinate special projects, as needed
Situations may arise that require employees to temporarily or permanently assume responsibility for tasks not specifically outlined in this job description. Employees may be requested to work additional hours and/or accommodate a heavier than normal work load.
High school diploma/GED or higher
3-5 years maintenance experience, required
Knowledge of various repair and calibration tools; welding, electrical, or environmental systems skills, a plus
Ability to operate heavy equipment such as forklifts and manlifts
Knowledge of safety procedures including but not limited to: lockout tagout, confined space entry, line opening, fall protection, and hot work
Accurately read and understand signs, labels, warnings, directions, operator manuals, service manuals, and wiring schematics associated with the maintenance and/or operation of instruments and equipment
Effectively communicate with supervisors and co-workers and follow written and/or verbal instructions
Tolerance of varying environmental conditions – heat, cold, and/or wet and slippery conditions
Occasionally lift up to 60 lbs. from floor to waist level
Frequently bend at the waist and/or knees
Ability to stand for long periods of time – up to 10-12 hours a day
Ability to distinguish colors (i.e., wire codes)
Ability to work additional hours on short notice to fill in for an absent co-worker, accommodate a heavier than normal workload, or to assist with special projects
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