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Perdue Farms, Inc. Hatchery Maintenance Mechanic in Lynden, Washington
Perdue Foods is part of Perdue Farms, a family-owned company heading into its second century of growth and innovation. With a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins, we create products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe, while changing the way animals are raised for food.
Summary
Maintains, services, and performs repairs on equipment in order to ensure proper operation of production equipment and electrical systems. Must not have exposure to poultry or birds outside of work.
This position has a target wage of $22.00 - $27.00 per hour and is eligible for comprehensive benefits.
Schedule: Tuesday - Friday with occasional Mondays 6:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Benefits
Perdue offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short and long-term disability protection, and flexible spending accounts. Perdue also offers a 401(k) savings plan with company match.
Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Read, interpret, and understand manufacturers' equipment manuals, preventative (PM) task sheets, and safety policies
Perform equipment adjustments and repairs, preventative maintenance, and emergency breakdown repairs
Perform specific duties during both production and non-production hours in a timely manner
Monitor performance of equipment and inform maintenance and production supervisors of potential issues
Maintain log books by applying math skills through the equipment PM stages in order to calibrate machinery to performance standards
Adhere to all safety rules including PPE, preventing and reporting unsafe acts and conditions, Lockout-Tagout procedures and Process Safety Management related matters
Must not have exposure to poultry or birds outside of work
Minimum Education
- High School or equivalent
Experience Requirements
1-3 years experience in maintenance
Reading, writing and analytical skills are required
Good mechanical ability
Basic understanding of AC and DC electrical systems
Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements
Position is active with routine on the floor activities such as troubleshooting and re-design of existing systems
Must be able to obtain company certification for use of pallet jack, scissor lift, and forklift
May need to move equipment occasionally
May need to access files, supplies, and equipment
Occasional exposure to outside ambient temperatures
Exposure to temperatures ranging from 55 - 105 degrees
Humidity up to 100%
Work in wet, damp, dusty (chicken down) environment
Exposure to chemicals and vaccines used in a Hatchery Process
Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by company
Perdue Farms, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.