WAP-Plant Engineering Tech/Maintenance Planner-Willmar, MN- Jennie-O

Position Code:                   1001348                   Location:     Willmar Plant, Willmar, MN                                  

Reports to:                          Derek Thalberg 

Job classification:    Office Hourly                     Division:                 Maintenance/Engineering

Work week:               Monday-Friday                 # Position Available:        1

Shift Description:    6:30 am - 3:00 pm           HR:                         Hunter Pagel/Lili Alamo/Yasin Farah

Pay Range:                 30.75-43.25/hr based on job-related knowledge, skill set, level of experience

Job RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Engineering Technician works closely with all plant engineering personnel in support of improved equipment and process reliability as well as efficient and cost-effective use of plant resources.
2.  Engineering Technician effectively plans jobs across a wide array of equipment. This requires basic mechanical knowledge plus working with area craftsmen and storeroom personnel to effectively coordinate, plan, and schedule the jobs to a high percent completion rate.
3.  Leads daily planning/scheduling meetings designed to orchestrate coordination with operations and maintenance to complete backlogged work with the effective utilization of plant resources.
4.  Effectively manages large backlog of work and be able to set priorities in planning process.
5. Conducts frequent audits on processing equipment, assessing the operating condition and reviewing the reliability program for these assets
6. Provides input to address equipment obsolescence and replacement, and interface with equipment manufacturers.

Required QUALIFICATIONS:

1. A strong pattern of initiative           2. Demonstrated leadership skills.
2. Good problem-solving, decision making, and project management skills
3. Ability to climb ladders, lift to 50 pounds, and work in confined spaces.
4. The ability to learn and effectively use various software programs including Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, the company's EAM's system (Work Order System), and Microsoft Outlook (Email)

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Minimum two-year degree in Engineering Technology and/or minimum of four years of work experience as an Engineering Technician and/or minimum of 5 years work experience as an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic or Electrician.
2. Ability to use measurement equipment (calipers, flowmeters, etc.).
3. Ability to use advanced condition monitoring equipment (vibration analyzer, infrared camera, etc.) in an industrial environment.
4. A solid background in mechanical and electrical systems as well as training in maintenance reliability theory.
5. Demonstrated proficiency with various software programs including Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, the company's EAM system, and Microsoft Outlook

Response Process

To be considered for this position you must meet the job qualifications, have less than 5 absences or tardies/leave earlies, NO work rule violations/discipline in previous 6 months from date of post, and have completed six (6) months of service in your current position.                                                                                                                                     IF ALL 4 CRITERIA ARE MET, TOTAL LENGTH OF SERVICE WITH THE COMPANY WILL BE THE DECIDING FACTOR. You must SIGN the sign-in sheet for this job posting by the response deadline date and time. Team Members with less than six (6) months may be considered for promotion or transfer based on the needs of the company. 

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.

 • 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).