Feed Mill Maintenance Mechanic
At Pilgrim’s, Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always.
Join our Feed Mill Maintenance team and play a vital role in delivering safe, high-quality poultry products to customers. In this hands-on position as a Feed Mill Maintenance Technician ensures the continuous, safe operation of production machinery (pellet mills, conveyors, and mixers) by performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs. Key duties include welding, hydraulic/pneumatic system repair, electrical troubleshooting, and strict adherence to safety protocols (LOTO). This role requires mechanical aptitude, physical stamina for heavy lifting/climbing, and often involves rotating shifts. You will operate and fix equipment, maintain a clean work area, and follow all safety and biosecurity guidelines. This is a fast-paced environment where attention to detail and teamwork are key. If you are dependable, willing to learn, and ready to grow with a company committed to excellence, this is your opportunity to make an impact!
Responsibilities:
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Preventative Maintenance: Schedule and perform routine inspections, lubrication, and adjustments on machinery like bucket elevators, drag conveyors, boilers, and hammer mills.
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Troubleshooting & Repair: Diagnose mechanical and electrical failures, repairing or replacing parts promptly to minimize downtime.
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Fabrication & Welding: Perform welding, cutting, and fabrication tasks to repair structures and equipment.
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Safety & Compliance: Strictly follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, wear appropriate PPE, and maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work area.
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Record Keeping: Maintain detailed, written reports of all maintenance work, repairs, and parts usage.
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Operational Support: Assist with, or fill in for, operator duties as needed.
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Continuous Improvement: Identify and suggest improvements to processes and equipment for better efficiency.
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Facility Upkeep: Perform general maintenance on the Feed Mill building and grounds.
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Must become familiar with and adhere to all general Feed Mill safety policies within the first 6 months of employment.
- Must have a good work history and attendance record
- Must have a good history of safe work practices
- Must be able to work any shift, weekends, holidays, and be on call for plant emergencies as they arise.
- Must be able to work at heights of 40 to 60 feet.
- Must possess basic mechanical abilities
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Must be able to learn the basic day to day functions Hatchery Maintenance within a 45 day trial period
- Must have excellent communication skills both written and oral.
- Will perform all other duties as directed by Refrigeration Management.
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Must obey all USDA, HACCP, Hatchery and safety rules & regulations.
- Must have or purchase and maintain all tools required to work in this position.
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Must communicate to Hatchery management any situation or issues needing to be addressed on a daily basis.
Qualifications and Requirements
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Technical Knowledge: Proficiency in industrial mechanical systems, including hydraulics, pneumatics, and gearboxes.
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Electrical Background: Ability to troubleshoot 110v, 220v, and 480v systems, as well as VFD drives and control circuits.
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Physical Stamina: Capacity to lift up to 60–75 lbs and work at heights of up to 120 feet via ladders or man-lifts.
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Safety Compliance: Strict adherence to safety protocols, including Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) and confined space entry procedures.
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Education: Typically requires a High School Diploma or GED; technical school training or 1–5 years of industrial maintenance experience is often preferred.
Working Conditions
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Conditions: Maintenance staff work in indoor and outdoor mill settings, often exposed to high levels of grain dust, noise, and extreme seasonal temperatures.
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Availability: Positions often require working varying shifts (nights/weekends) and being on-call for emergency breakdowns
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Bio-security: Strict adherence to bio-security protocols is mandatory; many employers prohibit ownership of or contact with personal feathered animals.
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Flexible Hours: Roles often require weekend, holiday, or night shift work to support 24/7 Feed Mill operations.
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Education: High school diploma or equivalent required, technical school training or 1–5 years of industrial maintenance experience is often preferred.
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Experience: Previous training experience preferred; positive and motivated attitude.
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Skills: Strong communication skills and professional demeanor; ability to work in hot/cold environments and stand for long periods; excellent organizational and time management skills; flexible schedule (including weekends as needed); independent, confident, and reliable with great attendance.
Why Work for Pilgrim’s?
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Schedule: will be discuss during interview
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Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
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Paid Time Off: Sick leave, vacation, company-observed holidays or, any other statutorily required paid leave;
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401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule;
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Base hourly salary will discuss on 2nd interview
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Career Development: Our company is dedicated to supporting professional growth by offering continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs;
- Better Futures
The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.
About us: Pilgrim’s is a leading global food company with more than 62,000 team members worldwide. The company processes, prepares, packages, and delivers fresh, frozen, and value-added food products for customers in more than 100 countries. Pilgrim’s operates protein processing plants and prepared foods facilities in 14 states, Puerto Rico, Mexico, the U.K, the Republic of Ireland and continental Europe.
Our mission: To be the best in all that we do, completely focused on our business, ensuring the best products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our suppliers, profitability for our shareholders and the opportunity of a better future for all of our team members.
Our core values are: Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity
EOE, including disability/vets
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