Mechanic II, Seasonal - Woodburn, OR

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Role Overview:

The seasonal Maintenance Mechanic II will be responsible for overseeing and conducting all maintenance tasks. The position will be respo nsible for fabrica tion, electrical, preventive maintenance, and other maintenance tasks that are necessary to keep each facility running at optimal capacit y and eff iciency. This position will be the main point of contact for operations staff to solve problems with equipment and building issues . **THIS IS A SEASONAL POSITION**

A Sample of What You’ll Do in t his Role:

Oversee and conduct all maintenance tasks and w ork with management to coordinate major equipment repair .

Coordinate preventive maintenance programs to meet mechanical needs and ensure compliance with quality standards .

Handle fabrication duties for various small projects within each facility .

Respond quickly to emergency maintenance situations and provide contractor oversite when needed to provide a solution .

Oversee and manage equipment list and assess new equipment for preventative maintenance needs and failure points .

R eport mechanical and electrical problems to management, up to and including stopping a production line .

Ensure compliance with all Food Safety Guidelines, FDA and OSHA guidelines, as well as Federal and State laws governing the workplace.

What You Bring to t he Role:

2 + years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment

Ability to work off-hours when needed, including carrying an on-call phone and answering when called

Willingness to occasionally work extended shifts to get breakdowns and special projects completed

General understanding of Preventive Maintenance programs and how to implement these in a manufacturing facility

Ability to evaluate mechanical issues and implement solutions

Ability to lift 55 lbs.

Ability to climb ladders and stairs as well as work from heights – no fear of heights

Ability to work in narrow and confined spaces – n o claustrophobia

Welding and/or electrical certifications are preferred

Mechanical knowledge of processing equipment such as mixers, screw conveyors, hammer mills, grain legs is preferred

Associate or Technical degree in a pertinent field

What Makes You a Great Fit:

You are enthusiastic and enjoy creating a positive work environment

You have a high level of integrity and will represent the Company well

You are a t eam player who excels at building relationships across departments

You hav e s trong communication skills to connect effectively with operations staff

Compensation and Benefits:

The base compensation for this position ranges from $26.01 to $34.67 per hour. Please note that wages may vary depending on skills and experience.

This position is eligible for vacation, holidays, health, dental, vision, mental health, retirement plans, and other benefits. Follow this link for more information regarding Wilbur-Ellis employee benefits: https://mywebenefits.com/

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Please note that salary ranges provided for this role on external job boards are salary estimates made by outside parties and may not be accurate.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

Diversity of people, cultures, opinions, and ideas makes us all stronger. From leadership commitment to employee buy-in, we know that creating an inclusive environment and providing opportunities for all employees to reach their full potential is a shared responsibility.

Wilbur-Ellis is a company you can be proud to call your employer

Wilbur-Ellis markets and distributes agricultural products, animal feed specialty chemicals, and food ingredients. A privately held and consistently profitable company, we employ more than 4,000 people throughout North America and Asia-Pacific.

Wilbur-Ellis is for and about people

Wilbur-Ellis has enjoyed over 100 years of success and growth, all thanks to our people. Our employees are both leaders and team players who thrive on creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and a dedication to quality work, our customers, and each other.

Wilbur-Ellis invests in the industry’s best workforce

Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment.

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