Location: Moses Lake,WA, USA
Job DescriptionWillamette Egg FarmsJOB DESCRIPTIONPosition Title:Industrial TechnicianDepartment: ProcessingReports To: Support Services ManagerFLSA Status: Full Time SalaryAbout Us:Joining the Versova family of companies is more than just starting a new job. When you are employed by Versova, you immediately are part of something bigger - a team of dedicated individuals working under a common set of core values and guiding principles. As an organization and as individuals within that organization, we are guided by principles that include excellence, ownership, initiative, execution, and continuous improvement.The Versova team is built from people who will integrate our shared values into their lives and work with our companies. Together we celebrate our collective efforts, perform to our highest potential, help others, enrich our communities, and maintain strong ethical standards and accountability for our actions.Our expectation of our team members is that every employee will take ownership by accepting accountability for their actions and proactively take initiative to execute any task. Our team members are good stewards of our people, birds, product, and equipment. Our team members also possess an attitude of servant leadership by always asking what can I do to help . Finally, by continuously striving to improve, our team members are driving our organization to be the premier egg producer in the world. Team members that share and embrace our philosophy can expect (FARM XXXX NAME HERE) to provide opportunities for growth and clear paths toward advancement in our company.Our business and commitment to service is built around the following Core Values, which we instill in all our employees:1) Recognition 2) Initiative 3) Service4) Ownership 5) Integrity 6) Excellence7) Safety Security 8) Community 9) RespectJob Summary:As a Master Industrial Technician, you would be in a leadership role and work with management to coordinate and carryout the daily operations of maintenance for the processing facility Can perform the job with little or no supervision. Must be knowledgeable in all areas of the processing facility and equipment type. Will help coordinate capital projects, facility maintenance, preventive maintenance and associated programs, new installations or upgrades to the machines and supporting equipment. You will work directly on site, or across multiple sites, to ensure timely and effective production is maintained. Uses expertise to troubleshoot and repair various mechanical, electrical, and conveying systems/types of industrial equipment. Is professional and works well with others in a team atmosphere. The Master Industrial Technician position will also provide leadership, technical guidance, and support to the other onsite maintenance technicians. Including mentoring, training, and development. Perform all jobs safely, efficiently, and effectively. This position supports the daily achievementof production goals through ensuring the proper functionality of our machines.Essential Job Functions:1. Under minimal or no supervision, repair and use expertise to perform high level maintenance on industrial machinery (i.e., automation, mechanical, electrical, conveying systems, etc.) using manufactures recommendations,blueprints schematics, and company SOPs to ensure equipment is performing safely and to required specifications2. Identify root cause of all mechanical and electrical issues and performs repairs that may include welding, fabricatingparts, plumbing, electrical, or replacing defective components. Works with appropriate personnel and management if further attention is required to resolve the issue3. Diagnose and conduct overall conveyor maintenance on schedule as required 4. Troubleshooting and replace or repair drive chains, gears, belts, pullies, shafts, rollers, electric motors, and gear boxes5. Coordinating, sustain, improve, and develop new Preventative Maintenance plans on all processing equipment6. Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, PLC, Software, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures 7. Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, and other components 8. Uses test equipment to diagnose system controls, software issues, malfunctioning machine systems, apparatus, and components9. Analyze, report, document, and communicate maintenance issues to the maintenance manager10. Responsible for maintaining adequate tools/supplies for necessary repairs and maintenance. Initiates purchase order for parts and supplies11. Responsible for maintaining tools, keeping them clean and in good working condition. Keep work area organized, clean and free to move in 12. Assist other technicians in the performance of maintenance activities and/or providing training/guidance 13. Participate in and promotes our safety culture by following safe work practices 14. Identify unsafe conditions and corrects. Work with management to resolve safety concerns15. When working in processing follows all compliance, food safety, and biosecurity rules, policies, and procedures. Reports any violations to a supervisor. Be familiar with USDA regulationsQualifications:1. High School Diploma or GED preferred2. Prefer an Associates or Bachelor's degree in industrial maintenance or related field •or 2-year additional trade or technical school education for maintenance, mechanical, welding, HVAC, or electrical •or a minimum of 5+ years of experience in similar role 3. Previous leadership experience required4. Maintenance experience in the food, poultry or agriculture industry not required but is a plus5. Strong skills; with diagnostics, advanced electronic, electrical, Ladder Logic, electrical testing devices, PLC, programing, software, pneumatic and hydraulic systems 6. Reading and comprehension skills necessary to read, understand and follow blueprints schematics, drawings, SOP's and other written instructions or work details 7. Strong time management, operational and analytical skills8. Strong problem solving, project management and planning skills9. Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with co-workers and management10. Able to work effectively with outside contractors and other contacts when necessary 11. Strong work ethic, honesty, team oriented and moral character 12. Attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment a must 13. Experience with safety/equipment such as LOTO, harnesses, lanyards, hoists, and PPE a plus 14. Ability to work overtime, weekends and holiday hours as required based on the production demand15. Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull 75+lbs 16. Expect walking, climbing (ladders and stairs), standing, and sitting for long periods of time, and able to work in tight spaces17. Other duties as assignedJoin Willamette Egg Farms and become part of a winning team!Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. (While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.)MUST UPLOAD RESUME TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.I certify that I have read this job description, it has been explained to me and I understand my duties and responsibilitiesas stated herein.Employee Printed Name Employee Signature DateSupervisor Printed Name Supervisor Signature DateHR Printed Name HR Signature DateDisclaimerThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assignedto this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required ofpersonnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from timeto time, as needed. Continued employment remains on an at-will basis.