DES Plant Mechanic

City: Destrehan, Louisiana

About the role

The Plant Mechanic is responsible for the mechanical maintenance of the grain elevator facility, including diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repair of equipment and instruments. This role demonstrates a commitment to supply safe food, maintain a food safety culture within the site, continually improve the site’s food safety management system, and comply with customer and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Preventive maintenance, including cleaning, lubrication, and part replacement of plant equipment
• Welding and cutting using a torch: TIG, MIG, and stick on piping and structural components
• Rigging and using cables and slings
• Sheet metal layouts
• Assembly and installation of bearings on shafts
• Alignment of motors and gearboxes
• Parts lubrication and other maintenance tasks
• Regular inspections of grain equipment
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Millwright/Mechanic experience (3+ years preferred)
• TWIC card or ability to obtain TWIC card

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Associate degree and/or technical certification
• Welding and cutting experience using a torch

Pay

Hourly pay rate: $32.44

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM with overtime

Benefits

Bunge offers a variety of benefits including health and wellness plans, retirement contribution, and paid vacation/holidays.