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About the Role

The primary responsibility of the Grader Mechanic III is the maintenance and repair of the egg grader machine and related equipment to assure its optimal performance. The ultimate goal is to drive peak efficiencies in the egg washing, grading and packaging process through the fine tuning of the grader machine and its operation. This role provides leadership and direction to Grader Mechanic I and II on the local team and shares best practices with other locations.

Responsibilities

Respond to Maintenance Supervisor and Processing Manager/Supervisor requests for processing equipment repairs with a sense of urgency.
Understand role in servicing the customer through efficiency and quality in equipment repairs and maintenance.
Strive to continually improve efficiencies and meet or exceed efficiency metrics goals.
Collaborate with processing team leadership to improve processing team SOPs and operator efficiencies.
Work effectively with QA Technicians and USDA Grader to ensure SQF compliance.
Visually inspect equipment to avoid problems that may cause future injury to equipment operators.
Inspect for worn parts on equipment and order and install same.
Install new equipment as acquired.
Maintain a required inventory of greases and oils used in preventative maintenance.
Attend grader technical schools as offered.
Continually develop knowledge of equipment repairs and maintenance to ensure best practices are utilized.
Continually develop leadership skills, and work collaboratively with processing and QA leadership.
Perform preventative maintenance tasks on equipment, and document work completed.
Maintain shop area and equipment used for repairs.
Ensure personal and departmental job tasks and work orders are prioritized and completed efficiently and within the required time.
Maintain a clean and organized work area to avoid accidents.
Maintain effective two-way communication with management and team members.
Act as a team player; respect, support and encourage co-workers, and share knowledge with other mechanics to help troubleshoot problems.
Show flexibility; cross train within department, move to different areas, etc. as needed.
Attendance & punctuality reflect a dedicated and reliable commitment.
Complies with Kreher Family Farms Policies and Work Rules, and federal and state laws.
Performs other duties as requested.

Requirements

Has an expertise in the maintenance of egg grader machinery and equipment.
Able to trouble shoot and solve mechanical and electrical problems.
Has working knowledge in multiple maintenance areas.
Proficient with computers.
Has a working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
Has a working knowledge of electronic controls.
Is effective both working independently and as a member of a team.
Has highly effective interpersonal and organizational skills.
Has effective verbal and written communication.
Exudes a ‘can do’, positive attitude, with a collaborative work style.
Regularly required to sit, talk, see and hear.
Regularly required to stand, walk, squat and crawl.
Able to lift or move up to 80 pounds.
Able to work in confined spaces, often requiring working above shoulder level.
Vision abilities required include close vision and working at a computer monitor.
Hours may be long and irregular.

Skills

Maintenance and repair of egg grader machine and related equipment
Troubleshooting mechanical and electrical problems
Computer proficiency
Microsoft Office applications
Electronic controls
Interpersonal skills
Organizational skills
Verbal communication
Written communication

Location

Kreher Family Farms processing facility

Work Type

Full-time
Onsite

Experience Level

Minimum of five years of experience working in maintenance of plant equipment and machinery.
Minimum of three years of experience working with specific brand/model egg grading machine located at current Kreher Family Farm processing facility.

Education Level

High School Diploma or GED
Associates Degree or trade school certification in a maintenance related field (Preferred)

Salary/Compensations

$27 - $34/ hour

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as other supplemental insurances
Paid time off (PTO)
401k plan (eligible to participate after 1 year of employment)
Referral program
FREE farm fresh eggs weekly

About the Company

Kreher Family Farms is a 3rd and 4th generation, family owned and operated business, established in 1924.
Farm operations include compost and fertilizer and crop production.
The company values its people as its most valued resource and believes in creating an environment for professional growth.

Equal Opportunity

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