Maintenance Mechanic - American Foods Group, LLC

Cimpl's Meats, LLC, an American Foods Group Company, has opportunities for a Maintenance Mechanic at our Yankton, SD plant.

As our Maintenance Mechanic you will:

• Investigate and evaluate machinery and equipment used by Cimpl’s Meats to diagnose faulty operation and report conclusions to the lead engineer to ensure continued operations. 
• Analyze test results related to design or rated specifications and make modifications as necessary. 
• Repair and rebuild hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Use basic hand tools to repair and rebuild equipment.
• Perform work to keep machines, machine parts, mechanical equipment, structures and/or building systems in repair.
• Pipe fit, insulate, plumb, align, balance, assemble, disassemble, reassemble, install, maintain, replace, change, connect, disconnect, repair, test, inspect, operate, diagnose, troubleshoot, clean, lubricate, adjust, setup, tear down, routine, preventative maintenance, and/or carpentry. 
• Use tools ranging from common hand and power tools such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, screwdrivers, wrenches.
• Must be able to perform all job functions safely in accordance with safe work practices, food safety, and quality standards.
• Identify and locate parts/part numbers from machinery or equipment manuals or parts catalogs (e.g., Cryovac, overhead chains, rail switches, conveyors, saws, etc.).
• Knowledge of and ability to perform basic welding in a 1G and 1F positions (e.g. primarily tig; some mig and stick). Ability to identify good and bad welds.
• Support the lead engineer in performance of routine preventive maintenance (e.g. grease bearings, lubricate, check fluid levels, replace filters, etc.) to ensure that machines run smoothly, building systems operate efficiently or the physical condition of buildings does not deteriorate.
• Assemble, disassemble, repair, or replace defective equipment or parts (e.g., change belts, gearboxes, etc.)
• Perform basic forklift maintenance (change tires, replace bushings, etc.).
• Perform basic hydraulics (e.g. change motors, make hoses, etc.).
• Complete necessary paperwork and utilize basic computer skills for: PM sheets, work orders via CMMS systems, etc.
• Assist in performing maintenance on scale equipment (e.g. portable, floor, and matrix - hot/cold) in applicable area(s).
• Notify lead or supervisor of any malfunctions or repairs needed.
• NOTE: this description is not intended to be all-inclusive. An employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization; these duties are considered marginal.

Minimum Qualifications (Required):

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be able to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Diploma/GED.
• 6 months’ maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Prior experience using hand and power tools, precision measuring tools and the ability to read and work from drawings and blueprints. 
• Must be assertive and be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to withstand long periods in cold, warm, or wet/damp environments.
• Must have mechanical aptitude.
• Must be willing and able to work overtime (daily and/or weekends) as needed.
• Must be able to perform basic welding (tig; some mig and stick).
• Must be able to successfully complete training:
  • Safety.
  • Safe Quality Food (SQF).
  • Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
  • Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP).
  • Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Food defense.
  • Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs)
  • Lock out tag out.
  • Beginner level for Pallet jack, Forklift and Walker maintenance.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Ability to attend work consistently.
• Ability to work safely, wear PPE, and follow safety rules.
• Display a strong work ethic and a positive attitude.
• Be adaptable and dependable with ability to follow direction and work in cooperation with others.
• Be attentive to detail.
• Maintain a clean work area.
• Follow all food safety and SQF rules.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to perform consistent, accurate work minimal direction and work successfully as part of a team.
• Knowledge of and ability to use tools ranging from common hand and power tools, such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches, to precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals and fraction and read a ruler and tape measure.  

American Foods Group, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Learn more: EEO is the Law and EEO is the Law Supplement. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact Human Resources at the location(s) where you are applying. American Foods Group, LLC will not discriminate against applicants who inquire about, disclose or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants. Learn more: Pay Transparency. American Foods Group, LLC participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more: E-Verify

Cimpl’s, LLC an American Foods Group Company is a privately held meat processing company located in Yankton, South Dakota. We appreciate our employees and reward them for a job well done.  As a member of the team, you will find yourself challenged and contributing in a significant way to the success of the business, and you will be rewarded for that success. If you want to feel appreciated for a job well done and be part of something bigger, then consider joining American Foods Group, a “hire to retire” type of company.

What we offer:

• Competitive pay
• For Full Time employees - Excellent benefit plan.  Benefits include: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flex Spending Accounts, Voluntary Benefits, PTO, 401k, Short Term Disability, Discount Meat Purchase Program, and more!  
• Training, growth and advancement opportunities that will make this the best and last company you work for.

Check Out the Yankton, SD Area!

Improve your quality of life by residing in Yankton, South Dakota, a rural city located on the banks of the Missouri River.  An abundance of recreational areas and amenities make it easy to stay active in Yankton.

The area also offers:

• Numerous water recreation options around Yankton including Lewis & Clark Lake, Lake Yankton, and the Missouri National Recreation River.  Beautiful chalkstone bluffs along the shorelines provide the opportunity to view wildlife with scenic backdrops.
• Various parks that offer relaxing entertainment including fishing, hiking trails, and swimming.
• Year-round community events that the whole family will love.

Try to convince us that there is a better place to live and work other than Cimpl’s LLC in Yankton, South Dakota!