Secondary Assistant Plant Engineer 

  
Purpose & Scope: 

JBS USA, the World’s leading protein producer, is currently seeking a valuable Assistant Plant Engineer to join our Value Added team in Worthington MN ! At JBS our mission is to be the best in all that we do, providing superior products and services to our customers and the opportunity of a better future for all of our team members. Value Added focuses on the highest quality product, keeping processes simple, and building a culture our team members can thrive in! Our team is the foundation of our company, so we work every day to empower them to achieve great heights. 

As a team member you will have the opportunity to work with other departments, learn different areas of production, grow your career and experience something new almost every day! Apply online today! 

Principle Responsibilities: 

• Ensure reliability of plant equipment and establish and meet downtime and operational goals per shift for the fabrication and slaughter areas as well as for outlying areas such as warehousing, wastewater treatment, etc. 

• Manage training programs to maintain the skill level of the hourly and salaried workforce. 

• Motivate interest in, and ensure compliance with, stringent plant safety programs while maintaining high levels of labor efficiency and effectiveness in responding to breakdowns and plant interruptions. 

• Maintain close communications with operations and other plant departments and develop an appreciation for overall plant performance issues in all employees within the department. 

• Assist the Plant Engineer in assuring continuous plant improvement. 

• Ensure reliable and cost-effective operation of utility systems that are online continuously.   This includes ammonia refrigeration, air compression, electrical distribution, and others. 

• Develop and maintain contractors and vendors to supplement plant resources.  Represent the corporation in dealing with these outside firms. 

• Develop and grow a trusting relationship with the USDA to ensure that their requirements are being met. 

• Coordinates and oversees: Scale checks to ensure plant pay scales are within weight calibration specifications, Preventative Maintenance on scales, trolley readers, printers and alarms to ensure they are in working order and problems are caught before they cause downtime, Reactive Maintenance on Automated Systems and Instrumentation (basic troubleshooting, changing parts, follow-up to ensure problem is resolved & basic modifications to equipment to improve performance).  

• Assign equipment specific job assignments that support plant goals and overall success. 

• Provide expertise in the areas of automation, electrical, and instrumentation for all projects based on current best practices using approved components and standards. 

• Fundamental understanding of National Electric Code, NFPA 70, and NFPA 70E and their application 

• Fundamental understanding of industrial electrical systems from 24VDC to 4160VAC 

• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics including one-line drawings. 

• Understanding of process instrumentation ranging from pressure, temperature, level, flow, pH, conductivity, vibration, etc. 

• Other Duties Assigned 

Qualifications and Requirements: 

• Minimum 10 years of progressively more responsible positions within industrial maintenance field and minimum five (5) years within a food processing industry 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

• Extensive background in ammonia refrigeration, air compressor technology, variable frequency motor controls, maintenance of sanitary conditions. Job responsibilities typically require extended hours. 

• PSM experience preferred 

• Must be able to demonstrate effective people skills 

• Basic computer skills and proficiency with basic office software (word and excel) 

• Supervisory skills – maintenance management through whom both direct and indirect people report, project administrative assistant and planners. 

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or five (5) additional years of applicable experience.  

• Resume required 

Can perform the functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation  

As a salaried position with the company, you may be required to travel at some point to other facilities, to attend Company events, or as a representative of the Company in other situations. Unless otherwise specified in this posting, the amount of travel may vary, and the most qualified candidate must be willing and able to travel as business needs dictate. 

The applicant who fills this position will be eligible for the following compensation and benefits: 

• Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment; 

• Paid Time Off: sick leave, vacation, and 6 company observed holidays; 

• 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule; 

• Base annual salary range:  87k-100k

• Incentive Pay: This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s annual bonus plan, the amount of bonus varies and is subject to the standard terms and conditions of the incentive program; 

• Career Development: Our company is dedicated to supporting professional growth by offering continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs; 

• Minnesota Sick and Safe Time 

• Minnesota Paid Leave  

We will continue to recruit until the position has been filled.   

The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.   

About us:  

JBS USA is a leading global provider of diversified, high-quality food products, including a portfolio of well-recognized brands and innovative, easy-to-use food solutions. We process, prepare, package and deliver fresh and value-added premium meat, poultry and retail-ready food products for customers in approximately 100 countries on six continents. We are also the majority shareholder of Pilgrim’s, the largest poultry company in North America. JBS USA employs more than 100,000 team members, and our corporate office is located in beautiful Greeley, Colorado, where our 1,200 team members onsite enjoy more than 300 days of sunshine a year. 

Our mission: To be the best in all that we do, completely focused on our business, ensuring the best products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our suppliers, profitability for our shareholders and the opportunity of a better future for all of our team members.