Agriculture Mechanic

Seneca Foods is one of North America's leading providers of packaged fruits and vegetables with facilities located throughout the United States.
Our high quality products are primarily sourced from over 2,000 American farms. Seneca holds the largest share of the retail private label, food service, and export canned vegetable markets, distributing to over 90 countries. Products are also sold under the brands of Libby's, Aunt Nellie's, READ, Seneca Farms, Green Valley, CherryMan, Paradise, Pennant, and Seneca labels, including Seneca snack chips. Seneca also provides vegetable products to other companies under various co-pack arrangements. Agricultural Mechanic
Seneca Foods in Blue Earth, MN is currently seeking an Agricultural Mechanic to join our team.
Seneca Foods offers an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K, paid time off and much more
Help us make our Farm Fresh Goodness GreatThe Agricultural Mechanic will have the ability to operate, troubleshoot, maintain and repair a variety of Agriculture equipment.
They will also supervise assigned seasonal employees during seasonal harvest operations as well as overhaul and rebuild equipment during the non-processing season.Responsibilities:
Responsible for repair and maintenance of peas and corn harvest equipment and related equipment.
Maintain cost control over equipment for budget purposes.
Maintenance in other areas of the facility when needed.
Responsible for maintaining an even, constant, and sufficient flow of product of a quality that meets or exceeds company standards during harvest season.
Employee relations.
Ensure that GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices), safety rules, and regulations are being followed and enforced.
Work in conjunction with Area Supervisors to maintain production and quality.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Must have good attention to detail and accuracy.
Willingness and ability to function in a team environment.
Strong communication skills.
Good mechanical repair and trouble-shooting skills.
Two-year degree and/or equivalent experience preferred.
Seneca Foods Corporation is committed to providing equal opportunity for all, through a positive and continuing affirmative action program. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, military and/or veteran status or any other Federal or State legally protected classes. Seneca Foods Corporation will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and feel you need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at ADA senecafoods.com or call 585-495-4100.Nearest Major Market: Mankato