Job Description

Job Summary:

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and installation of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems within a meat processing facility. This position supports production operations by ensuring equipment reliability, safety, and efficiency.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Equipment Maintenance & Repair

Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on:
- Conveyors and material handling systems
- Overhead chain systems
- Processing and packaging equipment
- Electrical systems and controls
- Boilers and steam-related systems (if qualified)
- Engine room and facility utilities
Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical malfunctions
Replace or repair defective parts, components, and systems
Perform equipment adjustments and calibrations

Troubleshooting

Identify root causes of equipment failures
Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues
Respond promptly to production downtime events

Safety & Compliance

Follow all safety policies and procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
Use required personal protective equipment (PPE)
Maintain compliance with OSHA, USDA, and facility safety standards
Maintain safe and clean work practices

Documentation & Reporting

Complete maintenance work orders and logs
Document repairs, parts usage, and maintenance activities
Communicate equipment issues to supervisors

General Responsibilities

Maintain tools and maintenance areas
Assist with equipment installations and upgrades
Support continuous improvement initiatives
Work collaboratively with production and sanitation teams

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required
Technical training or maintenance certification preferred
Experience in industrial maintenance preferred
Knowledge of mechanical and/or electrical systems
Ability to read and interpret manuals, schematics, and diagrams
Basic welding and fabrication skills preferred
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
Reliable attendance and punctuality

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, climb, and reach
Ability to work in cold, wet, hot, and noisy environments
Ability to work around machinery and moving equipment

Work Environment

Meat processing/manufacturing facility
Exposure to:
- Cold and wet production areas
- Extremely Hot production areas
- Mechanical equipment and conveyors
- Electrical systems
- Boiler/engine room conditions
- Noise and industrial hazards

Shift & Schedule:

Shift: 1st / 2nd / 3rd
Schedule: Monday to Saturday, you will work up to 10 to 12 hours a day

J H Routh Packing Company

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