Maintenance Tech I EM: Sun-Tues 5:45pm-6am Wed 5:45pm-12am

About the Role

Assist in equipment repair and preventative maintenance procedures within the facility.

Responsibilities

• Repair, replace, correct, or adjust equipment to ensure it operates correctly and efficiently according to production requirements.
• Consult with engineers and vendors as needed.
• Perform layout work for projects as required.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Comply with all safety requirements, policies, and regulations set by Simmons or government agencies concerning safety, environment, vehicle use, food product handling, packaging, and ingredients.
• Participate as a team member in the ongoing development, communication, and implementation of team concepts, programs, and policies.
• Coordinate work to ensure best practices with all team members and attend appropriate team meetings.
• Foster team cohesiveness on major issues such as direction, annual plans, budgets, and policy changes.
• Identify areas lacking cohesiveness, bring them to the team leader’s attention, and work toward resolution.
• Reinforce actions needed to achieve synergy within the larger organization.
• Familiarize yourself with Simmons' operating systems (e.g., quality, security, office environment, company policies, LEAN) and understand your role in supporting these systems.
• Communicate concerns and improvement ideas related to operating systems.
• Perform other duties as necessary to support business objectives.

Physical Activities

• Enter and locate information on a computer, including visually verifying small print.
• Manually lift or move objects weighing 75-150 pounds.
• Work in extreme temperatures, on your feet for an entire shift.
• Work in cramped, enclosed, elevated, wet, or dirty areas with noise levels above 90 decibels.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Experience or vocational training in welding, electrical or mechanical repair, and refrigeration or hydraulics.
• Preference for candidates with experience in poultry or food processing organizations.
• Military experience is valued and welcomed.

Skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to make quality decisions.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Use of appropriate footwear, hearing protection, and other protective equipment as needed or required.