Maintenance Mechanic A

• Perform highly technically complex tasks, demonstrate a higher degree of independence, and may occasionally make decisions
• Diagnose and repair complex machinery, conducts preventive maintenance, and ensures production efficiency
• Provide Operators with support around machine overall equipment reliability
• Collaborate well with production associates and other technicians to solve problems with reliability and urgency
• May assist in troubleshooting equipment set up and production changeovers
• Respond to equipment breakdowns in a timely manner
• Recognizes and report unusual, inefficient, or dangerous mechanical and electrical situations
• Understand and follow all safety standards and quality protocols to ensure production exceeds the standards
• Learn and observe all safety precautions as required by Perdue
• Utilize appropriate safety precautions, methods, and apparatus to minimize and withstand exposure to chemicals, dust, and mechanical and electrical hazards
• Maintain work records and prepare clear and concise oral and written reports
• Work all required work schedules

• High School Diploma or GED and Equivalent Experience
• 5-8 Years experience in Industrial maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs on Mechanical and Electrical Equipment, and/or Equivalent Military Experience
• Expert Proficiency in Hydraulics, Mechanics, Electrical, Welding and Rigging
• Intermediate Proficiency with PLC
• Commitment to Continuous Learning to achieve increasing levels of expertise
• Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing
• Maintain Perdue Farms QEW Certification

2-year Technical Degree in Engineering or Industrial Maintenance

• medical/Rx
• 401(k) with employer match after 1 year
• critical illness
• accident insurance
• dental
• vison
• life insurance
• optional group life insurance
• short-term and long-term disability protection
• flexible spending accounts
• paid time off
• annual bonus available (variable depending on performance)