Maintenance Technician

SUMMARY

Responsible for all maintenance of JBQ plant. Must execute the highest standards of shift performance and maintenance while maintaining a clean, sanitary and safe work environment. Hours may vary depending on production schedule.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Perform PM, trouble shooting and maintenance on all equipment in RAW, Smoke House, RTE, Building and grounds areas.
• Maintain, diagnose, and assist technician on Refrigeration system.
• Maintains all documentation and logs for PM maintenance program (Open Wrench) and audits.
• Inform management promptly of all problems or significant concerns.
• Aids with pre-op of equipment.
• Supports installation and start-up of new equipment or upgrades.
• Maintains spare parts inventory.
• Fulfills safety / food safety guidelines.
• Adheres to all company standards, policies, and procedures.
• Performs other duties as needed.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND ABILITIES

• 3-5 years maintenance experience preferred.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with industrial equipment such as motors, pumps, and conveyors.
• Familiarity with food safety and sanitation standards (HACCP/USDA preferred).
• Ability to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed, and accuracy.
• Ability to be self-motivated and take initiative.
• Ability to prioritize and organize work assignments.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Requires adherence to strict hygiene and food safety regulations.
• Meat processing facility with exposure to cold, wet, hot and noisy conditions.
• Requires ability to perform the physical requirements of the job, including bending, reaching, stooping, twisting, lifting, standing, walking, repetitive motion and the use of heavy machinery.
• Requires ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to frequent changes that occur on the production line.
• Requires use of protective clothing such as gloves, smocks, hairnets, and steel-toe boots.
• Requires ability to lift up to 50lbs individually.
• Requires wearing dedicated non-Slip shoes at all times in the plant.
• Requires completion of all Safety Training and following Lock Out Tag Out processes.
• Requires wearing provided GMP’s and PPE before entering the production floor – examples include: Cut gloves, Safety Glasses, Hairnet, Beard nets, Gloves, and Smocks.
• Requires wearing the correct color-coded Smocks in the identified area of the plant.

SAFETY PROCESSES AND PROTOCOLS

• Follows all safety / food safety guidelines.
• Adheres to all company standards, policies, and procedures.
• Reports any injury to management immediately.
• Follows ergonomics and lifting practices.
• Wears appropriate protective clothing.
• Wears dedicated non-Slip shoes at all times in the plant.
• Completes all Safety Training and follows Lock Out Tag Out processes.
• Wears provided GMP’s and PPE before entering the production floor.
• Wears the correct color-coded Smocks in the identified area of the plant.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND INCLUSION STATEMENT

Jack Stack BBQ is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind. Jack Stack BBQ is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.