What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dan's Prize - Plant Engineering Tech-Planner - Dan's Prize 1001404BRV position at Hormel Foods Family of Companies?
PLANNER/SCHEDULER-PLANT ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN – DAN’S PRIZE
This position reports to Jerry Kraemer – Dan’s Prize Plant Engineer. This position’s main desk will be in Browerville but he or she will be expected to spend time every week in Long Prairie as well.
Interested candidates: Please reach out to Jerry Kraemer with any questions.
The work schedule for this position is Monday-Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with limited flex time available. Variable shifts will occasionally be required based on demands.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Plant Engineering Technician works closely with all plant engineering and management personnel in both locations to support improved equipment and process reliability as well as efficient and cost-effective use of plant resources.
The person in this position:
- Effectively plans jobs across a wide array of equipment. This requires basic mechanical knowledge plus working with area craftsman and storeroom personnel to effectively coordinate, plan, and schedule the jobs to a high percent completion rate.
- Leads daily planning/scheduling meetings designed to orchestrate coordination with operations and maintenance to complete backlogged work with the effective utilization of plant resources.
- Effectively manages large backlog of work and be able to set priorities in planning process.
- Conducts frequent audits on processing equipment, assessing the operating condition and reviewing the reliability program for these assets.
- Provides input to address equipment obsolescence and replacement, and interface with equipment manufacturers.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required
- A strong pattern of initiative.
- Demonstrated leadership skills.
- Good problem-solving, decision making, and project management skills.
- Ability to climb ladders, lift to 50 pounds, and work in confined spaces.
- The ability to learn and effectively use various software programs including Microsoft Office, the company’s EAMS system, and the Engineering Document Repository.
Preferred
- Minimum two-year degree in Engineering Technology and/or minimum of four years work experience as an Engineering Technician and/or minimum of 5 years work experience as an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic or Electrician.
- Ability to use measurement equipment (calipers, flowmeters, etc.).
- Ability to use advanced condition monitoring equipment (vibration analyzer, infrared camera, etc.) in an industrial environment.
- A solid background in mechanical and electrical systems as well as training in maintenance reliability theory.
- Demonstrated proficiency with various software programs including Microsoft Office, the company’s EAMS system, and the Engineering Document Repository.
Hormel Foods Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, national origin, gender, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
