Wayne Farms

Maintenance Assistant - 1st Shift

North Carolina - Kinston Plant

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 1 day ago

About the role

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Primarily responsible for performing basic lower skilled mechanic tasks on poultry processing equipment to specifications.

Perform routine maintenance on equipment such as adjusting belts, replacing belts, changing oils in pumps, changing parts or helping maintenance tech with work orders, etc.
Perform cleanup and housekeeping tasks for work area, tools, equipment
Performs other duties and responsibilities that may be assigned by the Line leader or Supervisor

Wear required protective equipment in all areas where mandatory
Must be able to work in a wet and cold environment (45ºF, 4ºC) or hot and humid environment
Must be able to traverse the facility, including up and down stairs and/or ladders if required
Must be able to inspect and work on all parts of equipment including top, sides, interior and underneath
Must have good visual skills including the ability to see and accurately distinguish colors
Ability to lift 75 lbs.

Mechanical aptitude; knowledge and experience working on poultry processing equipment preferred
Experience in driving a forklift and /or pallet jack or ability to learn and be certified
Ability to communicate (both speak and write) and comprehend English
Must be able to work unsupervised to complete all tasks self-motivate
Frequently uses visual skills to inspect machinery and other areas as needed

Primarily responsible for performing basic lower skilled mechanic tasks on poultry processing equipment to specifications.
Performs work in compliance with company policies and procedures.

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