Description
Purpose and Scope/General Summary: The Maintenance Mechanic position at JBS, based on site in North Charleston, South Carolina, is responsible for safely and efficiently performing troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and all duties associated with maintaining transload equipment and facility operations. Key responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing mechanical components, testing equipment, and working collaboratively with production team members to support a smooth workflow. The role involves repairing and maintaining all aspects of the transload facility, with a regular schedule of Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, and occasional weekend shifts as required. On-call duties are also expected, and all identified issues must be addressed before the end of each shift.
Responsibilities:
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Construct, maintain, and test mechanical equipment, machinery, and components.
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Identify parts or machines needing new or replacement parts to ensure timely repairs and minimize downtime.
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Utilize shop mathematics to complete assignments efficiently and accurately.
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Interpret equipment drawings to properly adjust, maintain, or repair machinery according to specifications.
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Respond promptly to requests from the production area when mechanical issues with equipment are identified.
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Communicate effectively with production management and personnel to diagnose problems and determine potential mechanical solutions.
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Perform preventive maintenance to extend equipment longevity and reduce unexpected failures.
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Complete assigned tasks with accuracy and efficiency, maintaining high standards of time and resource management.
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Carry out other duties as assigned to support overall operations.
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Operate forklifts, loaders, scissor lifts, and aerial lifts safely and in compliance with company policies.
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Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
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Knowledge of industrial manufacturing equipment required
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Experience with bulk commodity handling strongly preferred
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General knowledge of welding and fabrication
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General knowledge of both low and high voltage electrical
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Ability to work overtime, including holidays, nights, and weekend shifts
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Willing and able to stand for several hours
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Ability to work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions, which may include heat, cold, dust, loud noise, etc., with use of PPE
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Ability to work in elevated areas
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Ability to perform physical duties, including bending, lifting up to 50 lbs., kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting, with or without reasonable accommodations
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Sponsorship if applicable
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Can perform the functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation
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As a salaried position with the company, you may be required to travel at some point to other facilities, to attend Company events, or as a representative of the Company in other situations. Unless otherwise specified in this posting, the amount of travel may vary and the most qualified candidate must be willing and able to travel as business needs dictate.
The applicant who fills this position will be eligible for the following compensation and benefits:
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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, and 6 company observed holidays;
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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 salary range of $90,000-$110,000;
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Incentive Pay: This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s annual bonus plan, the amount of bonus varies and is subject to the standard terms and conditions of the incentive program; and
- 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.
For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in states where it is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for any given position, compensation ranges are specific to those states and takes into account various factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to a candidate’s relevant experience, qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiencies for the role.
This position does not have an application deadline. We will continue to recruit until the position has been filled.
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: JBS USA is a leading global food company providing diversified, high-quality products to customers in approximately 100 countries on six continents. Our team members and facilities in the United States allow us to offer a diverse portfolio of fresh, value added and branded beef, pork, chicken and prepared foods products. JBS USA is also the majority shareholder of Pilgrim’s, the largest poultry company in the world. JBS USA employs more than 72,000 team members in 31 United States and Canada. Our corporate office is located in beautiful Greeley, Colorado, where our 1,200 team members onsite enjoy more than 300 days of sunshine a year.
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
Unsolicited Assistance: JBS and its companies do not accept unsolicited assistance from any recruitment vendors for any of our open jobs. All resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee at JBS and its companies or via the applicant tracking system, in any form without a valid written request and search agreement previously approved by HR, will be solely owned by JBS and its companies. No fees will be paid should the candidate be hired by JBS and its companies because of an unsolicited referral.
