Multi Craft Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

Setup, Start-Up, Adjust and Operation of Equipment; Proper Shutdown, & Changeover as required to Hormel standards and to minimize downtime

Manage all supplies associated with the lines following up on excessive loss whether vendor or mechanically driven. Ensure supplies are accounted for and returned in a timely manner

Troubleshoot basic electrical equipment, maintain and improve electrical control systems, and complete work orders to prevent electrical breakdowns within the department

Troubleshoot basic mechanical equipment, maintain and improve mechanical systems, and complete work orders to prevent mechanical breakdowns within the department.

Perform line change over as required by production schedule.

Lead in establishing predictive maintenance initiatives for focused department.

Lead in enhancement of existing equipment to improve line effectiveness.

Lead efforts to develop/enhance PM's and troubleshooting guides as assigned by supervisor for focused department.

Coordinate with mechanics, other technicians and line personnel across shifts maintenance efforts on assigned equipment.

Utilize the EAM system to document activities and to enter time daily.

Assist in development of spare parts requirements and min/max levels.

Develop and maintain a good working relationship with engineering and maintenance, supervisor, TLs and line operators on all shifts.

Assist supervision in the identification of operator skill gaps and provide possible solutions.

Support plant high performance culture and continuous improvement programs through active participation in QCDSM and plant productivity programs.

Comply and actively participate in all safety and environmental policies, procedures and programs. May serve on KSRMP team.

Comply with all QCMS program requirements including HACCP and GMPs.

Perform area housekeeping duties.

Perform all tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Recommend and implement continuous improvement on equipment and system design through use of the team concept. Support project planning and execution

Communicate with other line technicians on other shifts, as necessary, to ensure coordination of all maintenance efforts on assigned equipment and effectively operate as part of a team

Support implementation of department SQCDM ideas/suggestions

Maintain a good working relationship with all equipment operators on all shifts

Conduct training for other associates in area of responsibility

Manage spare parts and standby equipment for assigned equipment

Conform to Hormel's policy and procedures including, but not limited to: Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's), Lock Out/Tag Out, HACCP check points, Hormel Quality Standards, Fall Protection, Hot Work, OSHA Regulations, and all others

Report and correct unsafe acts and conditions

Determine product sequencing to minimize changeover time

Perform sanitation and reassembly so that it meets Hormel Standards and also minimizes downtime

Electrical, Mechanical, Troubleshooting, Plc troubleshooting, fda

Electrical, Mechanical, Troubleshooting

Must be able to maintain and operate all equipment in assigned area

Demonstrate successful application of problem-solving techniques, effective communication and planning

Must be Powered Industrial Truck licensed and follow all safety rules and procedures

Must be willing to travel as required

All other duties as assigned in order to support efficient plant operations

Background in industrial, mechanical, electrical, computer systems

Must have knowledge of and capable of performing special technical skills with electrical a must(e.g. basic electrical troubleshooting, VFD drives, pneumatic troubleshooting, basic PLC understanding, mechanical troubleshooting, machining, welding tasks, gas trane).

Must have the ability to communicate technical information so as to improve the skills of the plant technicians.

Must have a working knowledge of electrical installation and construction.

High School Diploma or GED

Minimum of three years of experience in industrial maintenance

Intermidiate Level

The pay range for this position is $65000.00 - $85000.00/yr.

Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Health Plans

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

401k (50% on the first 2%)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

This is a fully onsite position in Suffolk,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 3, 2025.