Facilities Tech

Business Unit Description:

Feeding the world is what we do – how we do it is unique. We are not your textbook consumer packaged goods company. While others may be slow to make change happen, Post continuously drives both inorganic and organic growth. Our history is evidence of that fact with over 100 years of heritage and growth from brands that transcend generations like Honey Bunches of Oats, Fruity Pebbles, Malt-O-Meal, Bob Evans Farms, Kibbles 'n Bits, Egg Beaters, Peter Pan Peanut Butter, Ronzoni Pasta and more. Our foodservice and ingredient businesses supply other products you love for brands, restaurants and stores.

 

Our offices and manufacturing sites are in 62 locations in five countries, and we have 11,500+ employees. Over the past 10 years, Post has made 22+ acquisitions and reached $7 billion in net sales in fiscal 2023. During turbulent times of market uncertainty, the food industry has provided a level of stability unlike other industries.

Post Holdings, Inc. is headquartered in Brentwood, a suburb of St. Louis, Missouri. Our casual professional atmosphere encourages team members to collaborate, innovate and support our operating companies. Our passion and drive advance the reputation of our operating companies and brands—together, we make a difference.

Location Description:

Michael Foods, Inc. located in Lenox, Iowa and often called the "Pearl of the Prairie" is where you can find small town living, focused on family and friends, with big city amenities not far from reach in Des Moines, Omaha, and Kansas City. Located in southwest Iowa, Taylor county, with a population of around 1400, the Lenox area reaches far beyond the city limits with beautiful and productive fields of corn, beans, and other croplands. Lenox holds an amazing four day Rodeo every July and is home to a beautiful 36-9 hole golf course, several fishing and boating lakes, great area hunting, a beautiful city park with swimming pool, and many picnic parks. The MFI location in Lenox produces primarily pre-cooked egg patties. With its friendly atmosphere, safe environment, and progressive spirit, Lenox is a great place to live, work, play, and raise a family.

Responsibilities:

POSITION SUMMARY: 

 

The Facilities Maintenance person is responsible for the building and grounds maintenance, including snow removal, for the Lenox facility.

Qualifications:

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:   

1. Outside maintenance and snow removal alongside CASA (equipment preparedness).
2. Checks that emergency lighting and emergency shows are working properly.
3. Adaptable to different aspects of construction including concrete work, tile, carpentry, painting, and pipe insulating.
4. Has great mechanical skills.
5. Responsible for maintenance of facilities including rebuilding and repairing (walls, floors, ceiling, doors and etc…)
6. Knowledge of construction equipment.
7. Responsible for and the use of all hand tools.
8. Understands how to safely use a ladder, a fire extinguisher, tools (such as power and metal cutting tools), the 3 steps to the troubleshooting procedure and how to determine the size of wire used in a circuit.
9. Adheres to safe work practices, following GMP’s, maintaining sanitary conditions and ensuring that product quality is maintained. Reports to management if any conditions or practices may adversely affect food safety, food quality or personnel safety.
10. Adheres to all company policies and procedures.
11. Ensures regulatory compliance at all times.
12. Able to perform other duties as assigned.

 

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent.

 

 

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Good communication skills.

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Able to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups, customers/vendors or employees of the organization.

 

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Capability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.  Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

 

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Able to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

 

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, REGISTRATIONS:

Licenses, certificates, and registrations required:

Drivers License

 

 

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 

Specific skills and abilities required that are not included in other sections:

1. Ability to safely lift 100 lbs. occasionally.
2. Ability to ascend and descend stairs and ladders.
3. Ability to work in high areas off of the ground.
4. Good math skills.
5. Ability to work in a safe manner.
6. Ability to communicate effectively.
7. Ability to work in cold, wet, noisy, dusty, humid, and warm environment.
8. Ability to work with minimal supervision.
9. Ability to become certified in LOTO (lock out tag out) and confined space.
10. Demonstrates the ability to work effectively with others to complete work assignments.
11. Open to change.
12. Positive interpersonal relationships.
13. Able to work independently and with others in a team environment.
14. Self-motivated while also willing to ask questions and seek direction.
15. Displays responsible behavior at work.

Facilities Tech - Second Shift at Michael Foods Inc. summary:

The Facilities Tech at Michael Foods, Inc. is responsible for maintaining the building and grounds of the Lenox facility, including snow removal and equipment preparedness. This role involves various aspects of construction, such as repairing walls, floors, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates should possess strong mechanical skills, the ability to communicate effectively, and a commitment to maintaining sanitary conditions and product quality.

Keywords:

Facilities Maintenance, Building Maintenance, Groundskeeping, Snow Removal, Mechanical Skills, Construction Work, Safety Compliance, Food Safety, Repair Work, Team Collaboration

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