Maintenance Mechanic

West Liberty Foods, headquartered in West Liberty, Iowa is a recognized leader in the food industry and one of North America’s top protein processors. Simply put, we are a food company who manufacturers a wide variety of turkey, ham, chicken, and beef products that can be found in well-known grocery stores and top restaurants nationwide. We are the “The Surprisingly Big Company” and employ over 2,100 people across our four facilities and offices in Iowa, Illinois, and Utah.

Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for supporting production by maintaining operation of machinery and mechanical equipment. Troubleshooting mechanical and basic electrical systems in order to maintain and repair equipment.

* Complete daily preventative maintenance and daily tasks. * Assist and become an active member of the HAZMAT team. * Read and understand mechanical and electrical diagrams and technical repair manuals. * Troubleshoot and repair mechanical breakdowns in a timely matter. * Apply knowledge of occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions applicable to maintenance work. * Operate lifts and material handling tools as needed. * Visually inspect and test machinery and equipment as needed. * Able to adapt to fast pace work environment. * Other duties as assigned

* Associate Degree or equivalent in a related field is preferred. * 2 years of experience in mechanical field in an industrial or manufacturing setting is preferred. * Basic computer skills including MS Office and L2L. * Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. * Must be able to provide own hand tools. * Must be able to work extended hours and weekends if needed. * Ability to adjust quickly to changing demands. * Must be able to work with limited supervision. * Must be able to cover other days and weekends as needed. * Must be able to climb ladders and do work on aerial work platforms as needed.