Job description

Seeking innovators, problem solvers, decision makers. A job today could be a career tomorrow. 

Plant Maintenance Technician- Melrose 2nd shift 

12:00pm-8:30pm, M-F & weekends when needed. Salary negotiable, Pay range $23-$29 an hour

 based on experience/training. 

1. Service all plant equipment through preventive, scheduled and emergency repair work orders.
2. Diagnose and perform repairs and calibrations on electromechanical and solid state of the art equipment.
3. Assist other team members in completing work orders/task per maintenance schedule.
4. May be part of the Emergency Response team.
5. Adhere to all NEC code regulations accordingly.
6. Perform other duties assigned by Supervisors.

Minimum Qualifications 

• Ability to work independently to complete assigned tasks in an efficient manner. 
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues as well as read schematics in various departments. 
• May be required to lift more than 40 lbs. at times.
• Has general understanding of maintenance 
• Ability to read/write/communicate in English. 
• Work experience pertaining to mechanical field of 1 year or greater.
• Ability to use multimeters and electronic test equipment, read schematics and diagrams. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• 2 year Associates degree in an Maintenance related field of military MOS. 

• Certifications and/or Registered license in Mechanical field. 

Position available: Immediately at Jennie-O Plant Melrose, MN. 

What you will receive: 

• Competitive Pay with pay increases 

• You will be trained on all equipment and procedures to prepare you for your role 

• Relocation Assistance Program to eligible applicants 

• Extraordinary Benefit package including health, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, PTO, Profit Sharing program, continuing education and much more. Retirement Saving Plan- Eligible immediately, Traditional or Roth contributions available. Company Match 50% on first 2% of salary deferred. Vesting 3 years. Pension Plan Contribution is 4.5% of your annual salary and vesting period is 3 years. Eligible for health care plans after 30 days of employment! 

• Advancement opportunities • Employment with a solid employer - People stay here for the great employee experience and the long-term opportunities available. Jennie-O Turkey Store is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. 

At Jennie-O Turkey Store we invite difference and diversity in all aspects. We offer a space of support, understanding, and community. We are committed to the journey! Learn more about our progress here: https://www.hormelfoods.com/about/diversity-and-inclusion/