Maintenance Technician en Culver Duck Farms Inc

Description

About us: We are proud of our family and community. We are in the Amish Country in Northern Indiana, part of a hardworking group of farmers we see as an extension of our family. These relationships help shape our strong Midwestern values, which are important to our company. Our commitment to these values and to continuous improvement keeps us a leader in the industry.

We are the only duck farm in North America with American Humane Certified™ status. Our White Pekin ducks grow up in spacious barns, where they roam freely, behave naturally, and have plenty of food and water. This helps keep our ducks healthy and happy. Their lean meat is a great protein choice for home cooks looking for a new and versatile ingredient for their families, and it is nutritious too!

Our mission: To provide the best value to our customers through quality products, honest people, industry-leading practices and a commitment to excellence in animal-care and all we do

Core Values: Trust, Teamwork, Integrity, Commitment, and Respect

General Responsibilities/Job Summary

Responsible for proactive and reactive installation and maintenance of the electrical systems, plumbing, equipment and machinery throughout the Culver Duck facility including the processing plant and the hatchery, minimizing breakage and “down time” due to malfunctioning equipment and machinery. Primarily responsible for assisting in the maintenance and repair of various mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic and conveying systems/types of industrial equipment for poultry processing plant. Perform preventative and predictive maintenance using blueprints and diagrams to verify that all equipment is operating within required specifications and tolerances. May perform periodic testing and inspections, troubleshooting and repairs. Performs all work in compliance with company policies, Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.

Essential Functions/Duties 

· Responsible for preventative maintenance on machinery (i.e. checking belts, chains, electrical cabinets, greasing, etc.) 

· Repairs, constructs, maintains, and tests mechanical equipment, machinery, and components.

· Repairs and maintains physical structure, as needed, including electrical, plumbing systems and pneumatic.

· Plans and coordinates appropriate inventory levels for frequently needed parts to ensure availability.

· Maintains knowledge of new equipment/machinery available in the market and makes recommendations which will improve process efficiency and cost effectiveness.

· Work in compliance with all company policies and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations

Perform other work-related duties as required or assigned 

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

Education/Training: 

· High School Diploma or GED equivalent 

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:  

· Ability to make decisions and take action

· Ability to operate/use basic hand and power tools

· Strong communication skills

· Bilingual (Spanish-English) strongly preferred

· Strong mechanical abilities 

· Knowledge of plumbing, welding, pneumatics and hydraulics

· Strong interpersonal skills

· Understanding of process and flow of work

· Strong ability to plan and see opportunity for improved efficiency

Experience: 

· Poultry experience preferred.

· Experience working with industrial electricity, refrigeration and mechanical systems 

Certification/Licenses:

· Valid Driver’s License

Travel Requirements:

N/A

Physical and Mental Job Requirements

· Ability to stand for long periods of time and walk throughout the plant

· Visual acuity required for working with various machines and equipment

· Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.

Working Conditions

Plant environment including potentially high levels of noise, slippery floors and temperature

extremes.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance: Must be able to pass E-Verify