Maintenance Lead

Job Description Summary

We are looking for a qualified person to fill the position of Maintenance Lead. This person will be responsible for farm maintenance and plays a critical role in overall farm operations.Job Description:

Aggressively manage all breakdown maintenance requirements to successful conclusions

Schedule and direct (via the department’s work order system) the day-to-day activities of the maintenance mechanics to achieve safe, timely, and satisfactory work

Evaluate the effectiveness of manufacturing equipment functionality and schedule necessary repairs or suggests changes in operating methods on order to improve plant operations

Develop, implement, and maintain the department’s preventative maintenance procedures

Oversee work in progress by outside contractors to determine adherence to plans and specifications

Track, measure and document the performance of the maintenance mechanics on an individual basis

Lead, develop, and motivate the maintenance mechanics in the areas of processing, facility and utility equipment troubleshooting and repair

Job Qualifications

A high school diploma or equivalent (required); with at least 6 years of industrial maintenance experience or advanced education in electrical, mechanical, or electronics engineering

3 years supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment requiring knowledge of refrigeration, plumbing, industrial electrical and mechanical systems and maintenance and process controls and equipment

Skill in exercising a high degree of initiative, judgment, discretion and decision making to achieve organizational objectives

Ability to problem solve and facilitate solutions with limited direction

Strong planning, organization, customer service, and written/verbal communication skills

Ability to build strong trusted working relationships with internal and external business customers and executive level management

Basic computer literacy with the ability to do basic statistical analysis

Ability to communicate factual information and provide direction

• Experience working in a 24/7 operation and working on a rotating shift preferred (8 hour rotating shift position - could work holidays, weekends or mid-nights) preferred
• Willingness to work extended hours when necessary
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Strong commitment to safety with the demonstrated ability to motivate others to achieve safety and productivity goals

Physical Requirements

• Work with chemicals, such as detergents and disinfectants
• Standing for extended periods of time (6 hours)
• Grip, grasp, or twist using hands and wrists
• Lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 50lbs
• Bend and stoop repetitively throughout shift
• Prolonged exposure to dry and dusty environments

Work Environment

Routinely work 5 days a week plus occasional weekends and holidays

Routine handling and interacting with live poultry

Ongoing presence of farm related smells or odors

Climate exposure both hot and cold

Working in damp and/or wet environment

Working in a loud/noisy environment

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