Jennie-O Turkey Store - Maintenance Technician - Barron, WI at Hormel Foods summary: The Maintenance Technician at Jennie-O Turkey Store is responsible for the advanced repair and preventative maintenance of various retail equipment to minimize downtime and meet performance goals. The role requires mechanical aptitude, metal fabrication skills, welding experience, knowledge of electronic and mechanical control systems, and the ability to work independently while complying with safety and USDA standards. Additional benefits include competitive pay, comprehensive healthcare, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities within the company. Hiring 2nd and 3rd shifts, starting wage is between $21.25 - $36.75 per hour. Wage is based on experience with the potential to make more. Job Responsibilities 1. This position is responsible for the advanced repair and the assigned preventative maintenance of miscellaneous equipment in the Retail area, in order to eliminate down time and meet annual performance goals

Minimum Qualifications * High school diploma or equivalent * Scope out work areas to insure physical safe repair work progression * Demonstrate an advanced level of mechanical aptitude with knowledge and use of various pieces of equipment not limited to hand, power, industrial tools, and precision measuring instruments * Previous work experience in welding is a plus * Meeting all safety and USDA standards * Clean safety record * Skills in Metal Fabrication * Ability to work without supervision * Must have a working knowledge of computer systems: Ability to input and extract data as it relates to the emails and the Computer Maintenance Management: Ability to look up work orders, materials, and historical records relating to plant equipment * Ability to research online, use hard cover manuals and catalogs to correctly identify the needed repairs and fabrication components for equipment modifications and repair solutions * PHYSICAL: No restrictions lifting up to 50 pounds * No restrictions on twisting, bending, squatting, and walking

Preferred Qualifications * Ability to troubleshoot and repair of electronic and mechanical control systems * Work experience performing repairs on electrical and mechanical systems * Ability to complete a project from beginning to end without supervision * Associates degree in an applied science related technology or prior experience in manufacturing maintenance * Previous work experience in plumbing * Stainless steel sanitary and aluminum welding experience * Experience in Fabrication Machine Operations such as: Milling Machines, Press Brake Operation, Computer Numerical Control (CNC) and Metal Fabrication Equipment What you will receive: Competitive pay Extraordinary benefits   – Including paid vacation and holidays; weekly paychecks, medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage (very affordable compared to area companies AND you become eligible for health care plans after 30 days of employment); life insurance; Employee Stock Purchase Plan; 401k with match; and tuition reimbursement program FREE two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees (hormelinspiredpathways.com) Relocation Assistance Program for eligible applicants Training  – You will be trained on all equipment and procedures to prepare you for the role Advancement opportunities– You are on a direct track to move into higher roles including operator and lead positions, even supervision and management Employment with a solid employer – People stay here for the great employee experience and the long-term opportunities available

Need help with the online application process? Call 715-537-3131 and we are happy to help! At Hormel Foods, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. The base hiring pay range for this role is listed in the posting, and your actual base pay within that range will depend upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skill set, level of experience, and geographic market location. Other components of Hormel Foods’ total compensation package includes comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, discretionary annual merit increases, bonuses, 401(k) with employer match, stock purchase plan, relocation assistance, paid vacation, FREE two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees, and more. Jennie-O Turkey Store is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or Veteran status. At Jennie-O Turkey Store we invite difference and diversity in all aspects. We offer a space of support, understanding, and community. We are committed to the journey! Learn more about our progress here:

Keywords: maintenance technician, equipment repair, preventative maintenance, mechanical aptitude, metal fabrication, welding, CNC machine operation, plumbing, safety standards, USDA compliance