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When it comes to being wild, we know a thing or two. We're not afraid of trying something new or the hard work it takes to make it happen. It's in our DNA. We've turned a family recipe into a new snacking category. And the wilderness into the world's largest meat snack business, that's still proudly family owned and operated. We're a company built by innovators, and are driven to not only satisfy your hunger, but to also feed your journey – whether that journey is on the road, on the run, at the campground, at the playground, in the office or in the moment. It’s a journey we share with you. It’s the journey forward of our people, of our communities, of our category…with a reverence for quality and an irreverence for the status quo. At Jack Link's Protein Snacks, we see every moment of every day as an opportunity to move forward, to forge new ground. To realize our vision of becoming the World’s #1 Protein Snack Company. We never give up. You never give up Together, we keep going. Are you wild enough to join us? Jack Link's Protein Snacks is a global leader in snacking and the No. 1 meat snack manufacturer worldwide. Family-owned and operated with headquarters in Minong, Wisconsin, Jack Link’s Protein Snacks also has a large corporate hub in Downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota. The company is made up of over 4,000 passionate team members, across 11 countries, who share an uncompromising commitment to delivering awesome products and feeding the journey of those who move things forward. The Jack Link’s Protein Snacks portfolio of brands includes, Jack Link’s, Lorissa’s Kitchen, MATADOR Jerky, BiFi and Peperami.

Job Summary:

The Packaging Maintenance Technician is responsible for keeping packaging machines running and repairing any problems when they are discovered. Maintenance Technicians will usually be required to perform a wide range of repair tasks. This position will be carried out in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Job Related Skills/Responsibilities

+ + Troubleshoot & repair machines.

+ Set up lines correctly.

+ Inspect products for defects.

+ Palletize products.

+ Operate ultra-vacs.

+ Operate hand jacks.

+ Packaging Machine operations.

+ Boxing operations.

+ Complete all daily preventative maintenance.

+ Checkweigher operations.

+ Follow good manufacturing practices and HACCP training, along with company SOP’s and SSOP’s.

+ Manage start-up to make sure equipment is in proper operating condition.

+ Perform necessary checks at start of shift and at each new product; code date, correct label, upper/lower film, etc.

+ Follow daily production schedule and achieve specified goals.

+ Ensure product conforms to specifications.

+ Ensure products are correctly labeled and identified for proper disposition.

+ Prevent and minimize rework and/or inedible.

+ Monitor workflow to maximize machine output efficiencies.

+ Keep accurate records of products produced and materials used.

+ Suggest improvements; continuously improve the quality of all support activities.

+ Tasks will vary as situations and demands change; the lead/foreman/supervisor will assign tasks as necessary.

Administrative Skills

+ + Able to organize and prioritize in a multi-tasking environment.

+ Able to read and write legibly.

Safety

+ + Monitor Unsafe Behavior

+ Follow all OSHA Guidelines

+ Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

+ Earplug

+ Hairnet

+ Beard-net

+ Protective eyewear

+ Slip resistant footwear

Leadership

+ Build and support a culture at LSI which values Personnel Safety and Food Safety.

+ Must Demonstrate the Jack Link’s Values: Be Real – Relationship Driven – Stewardship – Speed Matters – Self Discipline – Show Awesome Character.

+ Build and support a culture of openness and accountability within (and out-side) the assigned department.

+ Demonstrate professionalism; encourage and insist on positive attitudes and behaviors from team members.

+ Encourage team member initiative and innovation, and show recognition for effort and achievement.

+ Create and cultivate positive work relationships at all levels of LSI.

Communication

+ Communicate with peers, subordinates, and leaders in an effective, timely manner.

+ Ability to collaborate with remote employees and work as part of a team.

+ Suggest improvements; continuously improve the quality of all support activities.

+ Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related-problems.

Work Status

+ + Full Time Team Member

+ At-Will Team Member

Travel

+ + No Travel Required 0%

Qualifications

+ + High School Diploma (or equivalent).

+ Must be able to speak, read, and write English.

+ Worked with Trained Operator until Lead Approval.

Working Conditions

+ + Production Environment (normally).

+ Stand and Walk Constantly.

+ Sit Occasionally.

+ Must be able to lift 50#.

+ Will need to enter production environment where team members are exposed to moderate cold (35-55 degrees) and loud noise levels.

Training Period

+ As a machine operator you will subject to a training period of 4 weeks – 12 weeks depending on experience. During this time frame you will learn the skills needed to run your machine.

Required Experience: 1+ years of experience in a maintenance or mechanical field.

Knowledge of the materials, tools, methods, and techniques used in the mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic trades. Basic understanding of motors, and controllers, hydraulics and pneumatics, plumbing. Basic understanding of PLC I/O.  Basic understanding of TCP/IP.

Preferred:

Robotics maintenance and troubleshooting experience.

Experience working in a food manufacturing environment preferred but not required

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

+ Skill in diagnosing equipment defects and making necessary repairs.

+ Must be a team player that is committed to working in a quality environment.

+ The ability to work independently with demonstrated ability to prioritize workload effectively.

+ The ability to work in a fast paced and dynamic environment.

+ Must be an agent for change and receptive to innovative ideas from others.

+ The ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with other team members and departments.

+ The ability to deal with multiple tasks while using good judgment.

+ The ability to perform heavy physical work, exercising up to 50 pounds of strength frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Work involves stooping, crouching, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, and grasping.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to be successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to sit, and reach with hands and arms.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work environment is a plant / office setting with varying degrees of temperatures and noise levels. Exposure to manufacturing equipment movement and wet / slippery floors. Travel may be required.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Jack Link's is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

E-Verify

Jack Link's provides the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new Team Member’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. IMPORTANT: If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, we are required to provide you written instructions and an opportunity to contact SSA and/or DHS before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. We do not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants or to re-verify current employees and may not limit or influence the choice of documents presented for use on the Form I-9. In order to determine whether Form I-9 documentation is valid, we use E-Verify’s photo screening tool to match the photograph appearing on some permanent resident and employment authorization cards with the official U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services’ (USCIS) photograph. If you believe that Jack Link’s has violated our responsibilities under this program or has discriminated against you during the verification process based upon your national origin or citizenship status, please call the Office of Special Counsel at 1-800-255-7688 (TDD: 1-800-237-2515).

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.