Description

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic 

Location: Omaha 

Reporting to: Maintenance Supervisor 

Essential Job Functions: 

• Inspect and test machinery to ensure proper functioning 
• Inspect mechanical equipment to locate damage, defects, or wear replacing worn, damaged or defective mechanical parts as needed 
• Dismantle machines, equipment, or devices to access and remove defective parts, using hoists, and hand tools, or power tools 
• Disassemble equipment for maintenance or repair 
• Operate hoists or other moving or lifting equipment 
• Perform routine maintenance, such as inspecting drives, motors, or belts, checking fluid levels, replacing filters, or performing other preventive maintenance 
• Inspect mechanical components to identify problems 
• Trouble shoot electrical controls and components and repair as needed 

Experience Required: 

• High school diploma or GED equivalent, preferred but not required 
• 2-3 years of industrial mechanic experience in a food industry environment preferred but not required 
• All relevant experience will be considered 

  Skills/Abilities Required: 

• Basic computer skills 
• Must be able to climb ladders, lift heavy objects, work with a variety of hand and power tools and shop machines 
• Must be able to work in extreme temperatures 
• Knowledge of manufacturing/packaging equipment including hydraulics, pneumatics, pumps, valves, cylinders, labeling equipment and conveyors 
• Must demonstrate a strong work ethic, organizational skills, and the ability to learn quickly 
• Must be able to work flexible hours, overtime and some weekends   

JBS is an equal opportunity employer. 

EOE, including disability/ vets