Company:Seneca Foods Corporation Industry Sector:Agribusiness Industry Type:Food & Beverage Products and Processing Career Type:General Job Type:Full Time Salary:Competitive Job Description:
Seneca Foods is one of North America's leading providers of packaged fruits and vegetables with facilities located throughout the United States. Our high quality products are primarily sourced from over 1,400 American farms. Seneca holds the largest share of the retail private label, food service, and export canned vegetable markets, distributing to over 90 countries. Products are also sold under the brands of Libbys, Aunt Nellies, READ, Seneca Farms, Green Valley, Green Giant (Shelf-Stable), CherryMan, Paradise, Pennant, and Seneca labels, including Seneca snack chips. Seneca also provides vegetable products to other companies under various co-pack arrangements.
Seneca Foods in Cumberland, WI is currently seeking an Agricultural Equipment Mechanic to join our team. Seneca Foods offers an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K, paid time off and much more! Help us make our Farm Fresh Goodness Great!
The Agricultural Equipment Mechanic will monitor product flow during harvesting to ensure uninterrupted flow to the plants and relieve Harvestor Operators when necessary. The Agricultural Equipment Mechanic is also responsible for the preventative maintenance of harvesting equipment during the off-season in preparation for the upcoming harvest.
Essential Job Functions:
Operate, maintain and repair a variety of Agricultural equipment
Troubleshoot breakdowns to determine the cause of the operating problems
Make necessary repairs and maintenance to harvest equipment and related equipment which may include modifications and upgrades to mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems for diesel fuel equipment
Overhaul and rebuild equipment during non-processing season
Maintain cost control over equipment for budget purposes
Maintenance in other areas of the facility when needed
Responsible for maintaining an even, constant and sufficient flow of product of a quality that meets or exceeds company standards during harvest season
Ensure that GMP's (General Manufacturing Practices), safety rules and regulations are being followed and enforced
Work in conjunction with Area Supervisors to maintain production and quality
Supervise assigned seasonal employees during seasonal harvest operations
Qualifications:
One (1) to three (3) years of related mechanical experience.
Must have valid Drivers License. A CDL would be beneficial but not required
Basic use of hand and power tools is required. Must have own hand tools.
Welding and fabrication skills would be a plus
Good written and oral communications skills
Ability to read and write the English language
Reliability and dependability are a must
Position requires extended work hours during the harvest season
Seneca Foods Corporation is committed to providing equal opportunity for all, through a positive and continuing affirmative action program. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, military and/or veteran status or any other Federal or State legally protected classes. Seneca Foods Corporation will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and feel you need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), or call 585-495-4100.
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Job Post Date: 10/24/24
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