Pay Range: $29.00+ with experience, $1.00 2nd Shift differential
Shift: 2nd Shift 2:00pm-11:00pm
Benefits Information:
Papillion Foods, LLC benefits packages include a comprehensive health insurance plan, prescription drug plan, dental and vision plan, flex spending account, 401(k) with company matching, pay-for-performance bonuses, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, paid time off and holiday pay, and educational assistance.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Independently perform mechanical repairs, inspections, and preventative maintenance on production, packaging, and facility equipment.
- Troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and basic electrical issues using established diagnostic processes.
- Perform equipment adjustments, component replacements, and minor modifications to restore proper operation.
- Execute preventative maintenance tasks and accurately document findings and follow‑up actions in the CMMS system.
- Support maintenance job scoping activities by participating in field walk‑downs, evaluating equipment condition, identifying required labor, materials, tooling, and safety controls, and providing technical input to aid accurate job planning.
- Utilize condition monitoring and diagnostic tools-including vibration analysis, ultrasonic testing, infrared/thermal imaging, oil analysis interpretation, and visual inspection-to identify developing equipment issues and support proactive maintenance decisions.
- Perform precision maintenance tasks such as alignment, balancing, torque verification, calibration, clearance measurement, and proper installation techniques to ensure equipment reliability and longevity.
- Identify emerging reliability issues and escalate complex problems appropriately.
- Support equipment improvements and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime and improve safety.
- Work collaboratively with maintenance, operations, utilities, controls, and engineering teams.
- Follow all safety, food safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements, including lockout/tagout and PPE usage.
- Provide guidance and on‑the‑job support to Maintenance Trainees as assigned.
Requirements:
- Applicants must not now, or at any time in the future, require employer sponsorship for a work visa.
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
- Must be 18 years of age or older (all plant positions)
- Must be willing to work overtime and weekends.
- Minimum of 1 year of industrial maintenance experience or equivalent education/training.
- Demonstrated ability to perform mechanical repairs, inspections, and basic troubleshooting independently.
- Working knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical systems.
- Ability to read maintenance documentation, schematics, and work orders.
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation, including lifting up to 50 pounds; twisting, bending, kneeling, and crawling on top of or under equipment; working in hot and cold environments; operating aerial lifts; using ladders; and working at heights.
Questions about the application process?
Email: papillionfoodsjobs@hormel.com
Phone: 531-239-3620
Hormel Foods provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.