Jennie-O Melrose Maintenance Technician 3rd Shift

$47,840 - $60,320/Yr

Hormel - Melrose, MN

Full-time - Entry Level

Melrose, MN

Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods

About the position

The Plant Maintenance Technician position at Jennie-O in Melrose, MN, is a critical role focused on maintaining and repairing plant equipment during the 3rd shift. The technician will be responsible for preventive maintenance, emergency repairs, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. This position offers opportunities for career advancement and requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Service all plant equipment through preventive, scheduled, and emergency repair work orders.
• Diagnose and perform repairs and calibrations on electromechanical and solid state of the art equipment.
• Assist other team members in completing work orders/tasks per maintenance schedule.
• May be part of the Emergency Response team.
• Adhere to all NEC code regulations accordingly.
• Perform other duties assigned by Supervisors.

Requirements

• Ability to work independently to complete assigned tasks efficiently.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues and read schematics in various departments.
• Work experience pertaining to the mechanical field of 1 year or greater.
• Ability to use multimeters and electronic test equipment, read schematics and diagrams.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.

Nice-to-haves

• 2 year Associates degree in a maintenance-related field or military MOS.
• Certifications and/or Registered license in the mechanical field.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay with pay increases
• Training on all equipment and procedures
• Relocation Assistance Program for eligible applicants
• Extraordinary Benefit package including health, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, PTO, Profit Sharing program, continuing education
• Retirement Saving Plan with company match
• Pension Plan Contribution of 4.5% of annual salary
• Advancement opportunities
• Weekly paychecks, overtime after 40 hours
• Insurance benefits after 30 days
• Paid Time Off at start of employment