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Maintenance Supervisor
Job Ref: # EB-6575869228
Date Posted: 3/21/2024 2:21:31 PM
City, State: Mason City, IA
Category: Food
Salary: $80,000 - $85,000

Job Description

Position Details:
Title: Maintenance Supervisor
Location: Mason City, IA
Shift: 80% 1st shift / 20% 2nd Shift; M-F with 1 weekend day/month (Eligible for extended work week compensation 4hr- 20% weekly pay / 6+ hours 30% weekly pay)
Compensation: $80-$85k + $5k sign-on bonus + 10% Target Bonus + Relocation assistance if needed
Benefits: Comprehensive Corporate Benefits Package
Travel: None

Position Description:
As the Maintenance Supervisor, you will be responsible for managing a group of Maintenance Electricians and Mechanics in support of building and equipment maintenance and repair. Determine strategies to reduce downtime and keep product flow and production lines running at maximum efficiency. Other responsibilities include assisting in the development and implementation of maintenance systems associated with High Performing Manufacturing Organizations such as Preventative and Predictive Maintenance, TPM, etc. as well as interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and assisting in providing appropriate resolutions.

Requirements:
Perfect opportunity for a veteran candidate with a mechanical / electrical background with experience with industrial maintenance. Food industry experience is not required. Candidates should have trong leadership skills with previous experience in a leadership role. Degree, PLC experience or bilingual (Spanish) are pluses.



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Maintenance Technician
Job Ref: # EB-2096924162
Date Posted: 3/20/2024 8:00:00 AM
City, State: Waterloo, IA
Category: Food
Salary: $25 - $25

Job Description

Position Details:

Title: Maintenance Technician
Location: Waterloo, IA
Shift: 2nd 5:30pm to 6:00am, Thursday – Sunday or Sunday – Wednesday
Compensation: $24.85/hr, OT after 40 hrs $5000 sign on bonus
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision. 401(k) w/match, 9 paid holidays, 1 week paid vacation after 6 months
Travel: None
Vaccine Requirement: None

Position Description:

In the role of the Maintenance Technician, you will provide maintenance support to ensure the safe and effective operation of equipment and team. Responsibilities include but are not limited to performing routine preventative maintenance repairs, performing emergency mechanical or electrical repairs, and troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic Plant equipment.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate for this position should possess a minimum of six months of practical experience in one of the various technical fields. These include mechanical troubleshooting, electrical/electronic troubleshooting, hydraulic troubleshooting, PLC troubleshooting and navigation, welding/fabrication, AC/DC control wiring, motor control, 3-phase wiring, plumbing, conveyor maintenance, hydraulics, and pneumatic systems. Candidates with demonstrated expertise in any of these areas will be well-equipped to handle the challenges of the role and contribute effectively to our team.



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Controls Engineer (II and III)
Job Ref: # EB-4473661797
Date Posted: 3/20/2024 8:00:00 AM
City, State: Cedar Rapids, IA
Category: Corrugated/Paper
Salary: $100,000 - $140,000

Job Description

Position Details:
• Title: Controls Engineer (level II and III)
• Location: Cedar Rapids, IA
• Schedule/Travel: You generally will be working standard day-time hours at the plant in Cedar Rapids, though occasionally (no more than 25%) will be expected to travel to other sites for specific projects, meetings, etc.
• Compensation:
o Target base salary ~$115K - $140K (Controls Engineer III)
o Target base salary ~$100K - $112K (Controls Engineer II)
o Bonuses/Additional Compensation: Annual Performance Bonus (% varies); relocation assistance available as needed.
• Benefits: Company offers an excellent benefits package to include:
o Medical (Comprehensive PPO, two HRA Plans and an HSA plan)
o Dental (basic and comprehensive coverage)
o Vision (basic and premier coverage)
o Prescription drug coverage
o 401K with a 6% company match (Eligible to participate from day one (1) with 100% vesting in all company provided funds immediately)
o New Hire Wellness Bonus (see plan details)
o Healthcare and Dependent day care flexible spending accounts
o Livongo diabetes program
o Corporate discounts
Position Description: This role exists to provide controls engineering support to assigned product lines. The key internal customers are the project engineers, product line managers, manufacturing and purchasing departments. Key external customers include vendors, the Technical Support Team, the field service technicians and end customers. The deliverables from this role are electrical engineering design, programming for logic controllers and visualization interface, and technical support.

The individual working in this position is expected to accountable for product lines that typically will be newer and mid-market level models with occasional sale order specials and product extension assignments. A solid technical knowledge base for design and programming is established within this individual, to where you are able to handle most assignments and a standard level of technology with minimal support. You should be able to provide a reasonable amount of support and training to lower level staff on most subjects, and be able to coordinate a portion of your work through others. You should also be capable of identifying and producing moderate level standards, engineering tools, and process improvement initiatives with some direction from the Controls Manager. Some specific responsibilities include:
• Maintain a fully documented and accurate electrical design and control programs that comply with established company and industry standards.
• Maintain a cost balance for the electrical design that achieves the lowest base cost with the highest manufacturing efficiency and lowest warranty. This balance should also account for the highest operational efficiency and lowest maintenance requirement.
• Produce electrical design/program changes to support sale orders, product improvements, and change requests/non-conformances for assigned product lines.
• Provide timely, complete, and consistent technical support to internal and external business customers as required in support of assigned product lines.
• Support the Controls Team to increase output, standardization, and repeatability of designs and programs through developing and continuously improving engineering tools and work processes.
• Develop controls standards.
In order to be successful in this role, you should have a BS in Engineering (ideally EE and or Controls) or related technical field. Extensive relevant experience will be considered in lieu of a degree. You should have working knowledge of CAD software (specifically AutoCad and Solidworks) and be proficient with Rockwell Automation and Programming tools and Allen-Bradley hardware.



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Production Supervisor
Job Ref: # EB-2086705227
Date Posted: 2/12/2024 11:47:30 AM
City, State: Council Bluffs, IA
Category: Food
Salary: $75,000 - $85,000

Job Description

Position Details:
• Title: Production Supervisor
• Location: Council Bluffs, IA
• Shift: Mon-Fri 6am-4pm
• Compensation: $75-85k base salary + 8% bonus + some weekend work that is paid at a premium + relocation assistance
• Benefits: Company values the individual contributions of their employees, and they show this through providing great benefits such as full medical/dental/vision insurance, short-term disability, 15 days PTO, 13 paid holiday, 6 sick days, 401k w/6% match + additional 3% employer contribution, and much more!


Position Description:
Reporting to the Production Manager, you will lead team members to execute the plant's process improvement opportunities. Manage production staff to attain production and quality goals. Identify problems or bottlenecks in production processes and resolve issues. Ensure production resources including materials, equipment and human resources are available to maintain production schedules. Support continuous improvement goals in safety, quality, cost and customer service. Manage several functions of the business and creating an engaged and team-oriented work force to improve results.

• Monitor production to ensure that quality, productivity, and cost standards are maintained.
• Provide employee training to ensure that employees are performing job responsibilities.
• Help manage sanitation operations to maintain a clean and food safe environment.
• Coach and enforce plant rules, regulations and procedures.
• Evaluate subordinate performance, communicate with employees, and provide information for work performance improvement.
• Help support plant and company safety programs, promoting a high level of awareness and adherence to defined employee safety requirements such as lock-out/tag-out, personal protective equipment, confined space entry.


Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, Food Science, Agricultural Sciences, or other Natural Science degrees. Other degrees will be considered.
• Two years+ management experience.
• Previous experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work weekends or shift work as needed based on production



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Maintenance Technician
Job Ref: # EB-4352680161
Date Posted: 1/23/2024 10:14:40 AM
City, State: Marshalltown, IA
Category: Food
Salary: $26 - $30

Job Description

Position Details:

• Title: Maintenance Technician
• Location: Marshalltown, IA (30 mins SE of Des Moines)
• Shift: 3-2-2-3 schedule. Openings on 2nd and 3rd shift
• Compensation: $26-$30/hr. based on experience + O/T = W-2 $65-$80K
• Benefits: Excellent upward mobility, paid holidays, 401K, full medical, dental, vision
• Travel: None
• Relocation package: a full relocation package is approved for this role.

Position Description: Maintenance Technician
The company is looking for Mechanical Technicians in support of their Marshalltown, IA facility. Your primary responsibility will be to maintain equipment plant wide. You will need to be a motivated, self-starter with the ability to take on and complete projects and support production needs. To maintain all Distribution equipment. Refrigerant compressors, evaporators, pneumatic system. Electrical Circuits, Water Treatment Program, Perform thorough Preventative Maintenance task. Housekeeping. Daily Engine room rounds.

Requirements The ideal fit for these roles is an electrical or electronic control professional with a fundamental understanding of mechanical components from the military. The company has great success with hiring military technician with all mechanical, electrical, and electronic backgrounds. Candidates should be problem solvers and can interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. The ability to aid in the development of SOPs for the maintenance department is essential for this position. While not required, any experience in the following is beneficial:
• Conveyor belting
• Bearings
• Gearboxes
• V-Belts/Sheaves
• Chains/Sprockets
• Conveyor Rollers



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Maintenance Supervisor
Job Ref: # EB-1985289407
Date Posted: 1/23/2024 10:11:07 AM
City, State: Marshalltown, IA
Category: Food
Salary: $80,000 - $85,000

Job Description

Position Details:

• Title: Maintenance Supervisor
• Location: Marshalltown, IA (30 mins SE of Des Moines)
• Shift: 2nd & 3rd shift, 2 openings on each shift
• Compensation: Base salary $80-$85K plus quarterly bonus = W-2 $90-$100K+
• Benefits: Excellent upward mobility, paid holidays, 401K, full medical, dental, vision
• Travel: None
• Relocation package: a full relocation package is approved for this role.

Position Description: Maintenance Supervisor
As a Maintenance Supervisor you will be responsible Prioritize work orders and schedule mechanics according to immediacy and necessity of orders. Monitor all production areas to ensure proper functioning of equipment and machinery. Perform skilled maintenance activities including construction, welding, brazing, soldering, plumbing and hydraulics. Adjust, repair, and replace electrical and electronic equipment. Participate in HAZMAT team to ensure preparedness for emergency situations. Promote and encourage safety in all aspects of maintenance. Arrange for completion of required paperwork, such as payroll. Attend meetings as scheduled.

Requirements:
The ideal candidate is a strong leader with prior maintenance leadership experience. Background should be strong in electronics with a good understanding of mechanical/electrical principles. A degree is not required for this position but the ability to lead in a diverse environment is extremely important. You need to be able to communicate effectively, both written and orally, to subordinates, superiors. Attention to detail and safety are extremely important for this position as well. This is a Union environment, this position is non-union, but you need to be aware of operating in a union facility.



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Maintenance Technician
Job Ref: # EB-3316818982
Date Posted: 12/22/2023 8:00:00 AM
City, State: Marshalltown, IA
Category: Food
Salary: $26 - $30

Job Description

Position Details:
• Title: Maintenance Technician
• Location: Marshalltown, IA (50 mins NE of Des Moines)
• Shift: 3-2-2-3 schedule. Openings on 2nd and 3rd shift
• Compensation: $26-$30/hr. based on experience + O/T = W-2 $65-$80K
• Benefits: Excellent upward mobility, paid holidays, 401K, full medical, dental, vision
• Travel: None
• Relocation package: a full relocation package is approved for this role.

Position Description: Maintenance Technician
Company is looking for Mechanical Technicians in support of their Marshalltown, IA facility. Your primary responsibility will be to maintain equipment plant wide. You will need to be a motivated, self-starter with the ability to take on and complete projects and support production needs. To maintain all Distribution equipment. Refrigerant compressors, evaporators, pneumatic system. Electrical Circuits, Water Treatment Program, Perform thorough Preventative Maintenance task. Housekeeping. Daily Engine room rounds.
Requirements The ideal fit for these roles is an electrical or electronic control professional with a fundamental understanding of mechanical components from the military. Company has great success with hiring military technician with all mechanical, electrical, and electronic backgrounds. Candidates should be problem solvers and can interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. The ability to aid in the development of SOPs for the maintenance department is essential for this position. While not required, any experience in the following is beneficial:
• Conveyor belting
• Bearings
• Gearboxes
• V-Belts/Sheaves
• Chains/Sprockets
• Conveyor Rollers



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Maintenance Supervisor
Job Ref: # EB-1200691262
Date Posted: 12/20/2023 8:00:00 AM
City, State: Council Bluffs, IA
Category: Food
Salary: $85,000 - $95,000

Job Description

Position Details:
• Title: Maintenance Supervisor
• Location: Council Bluffs, IA
• Shift: Sun-Fri (1030pm-730am)
• Compensation: $85-95k base salary + 8% bonus + some Saturday work that is paid ~$40-45/hr + relocation assistance
• Benefits: Company values the individual contributions of their employees, and they show this through providing great benefits such as full medical/dental/vision insurance, short-term disability, 15 days PTO, 13 paid holiday, 6 sick days, 401k w/6% match + additional 3% employer contribution, and much more!

Position Description:
Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will lead team members in the maintenance department that have an overall impact to production lines and affiliated equipment, buildings and grounds. This will include scheduling work and workforce to meet production demands, maintain the preventative maintenance system and work toward exceeding the plants safety and uptime goals. You will help establish mechanical integrity and equipment reliability programs to ensure employee safety provide environmental security and maximize the plant's availability, product quality, and cost effectiveness. Leverage internal and external resources to provide daily direction and solutions for the workforce. Lead activities of workers engaged in maintenance, and installation of machines, tools, and equipment.
• Train, motivate and direct employees to follow safe work methods and standard procedures to ensure efficient use of employees
• Monitor downtime occurrences and efficiencies of the production lines, paying special attention for maintenance and mechanical trends.
• Maintain equipment for efficient operation within maintenance budget; operate within the constraint of the union contract and USDA regulations.
• Seek continuous improvement in the Maintenance Department employees and the efficiencies of the production lines.
• Assume full ownership of predictive and preventive maintenance activities including oil analysis, vibration analysis, engine-compressor analysis, and infrared thermography.
• Evaluate PM/PDM activities and frequencies to ensure optimum use of workforce and resources in maximizing equipment reliability.
• Assume to insure safe and healthy workplace for everyone.
• Involves all associates in a team concept, keeping personnel safety, food safety and uptime as the top priorities.
• Follow safe work practices, follow GMP's, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained.
• Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety, food quality or personnel safety.

Requirements:
• 3+ years of electromechanical maintenance experience
• Previous lead tech or supervisor experience is required. This role will value individuals who can coach and mentor their shift technicians and operators. A record of successfully leading maintenance teams is critical.
• Must be able to coordinate maintenance evolutions across multiple teams and effectively communicate timelines and material condition requirements.
• Experience with Preventative Maintenance programs (Company uses SAP)



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