Facilities III

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Core Responsibilities Responsibilities and tasks are written as follows: Responsible for maintaining the Facility and Grounds. This position requires the basic knowledge of General Maintenance and Mechanical components of a manufacturing facility. The associate must be able to work in a team environment, or individually with little or no supervision. Must comply with all Company safety rules (Lockout/Tagout, etc.), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP'S), and all Process Safety Management (PSM) regulations.
Performs preventive maintenance tasks such as lubricating parts, drive chains, etc.
Installs replacement belts, filters, gears, chains, and valves.
Performs repairs to machines involving machine guarding, bolt replacement, replacing motors and tracks on conveyer belts, and breakdowns due to mechanical wear.
Maintains buildings and grounds in top condition to ensure full and productive use of all facilities.
Acts as substitute custodian when necessary
Works with vendor contracts such as custodial services, etc.
Performs painting of interior and exterior surfaces.
Inspects assigned areas; corrects or reports safety hazards; cleans and maintains facility grounds, paved areas and paths for employee use.
Performs snow removal and salting of facilities and access ways.
Operates and maintains a variety of hand and power tools and equipment related to work activities.
Observes safe work methods and uses safety equipment; secures worksites from safety hazards as necessary; attends safety meetings.
Transports product as needed between the Plant and DC and from the DC to outside locations via a van or lighter vehicle.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
Must be able to lift a minimum of 60 lbs.
Good mechanical skills.
Must have experience in Plumbing, Carpentry, Building Interiors and Small Equipment.
Must be able to work in 10 to 100-degree temperature.
Must be able to work without constant supervision.
Must be able to work flexible hours.
Must be able to work overtime.
Shows initiative by volunteering readily, undertaking self-development activities, and seeking out increased responsibilities.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Wet and/or humid.
Moving mechanical parts.
Extreme cold.
Electrical and/or vibration shock. The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee should possess to 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 frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.
The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance and taste or smell.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. EEO/AA InformationSmithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.