Butterball · 2 hours ago
Mechanical Engineer
Mount Olive, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelButterball is a leading name in the turkey industry, dedicated to creating quality products for memorable meals. The Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for creating and analyzing designs, diagnosing equipment failures, and ensuring optimal performance of mechanical systems within the facility.
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Responsibilities
Create and analyze designs, run simulations and test how the equipment functions post-repairs and system manipulation, and interacts with connected systems
Analyze, diagnose, and recommend solutions for mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic failures on equipment
Monitor, diagnose, troubleshoot, and perform timely repairs on various mechanical equipment within the facility, including but not limited to, conveyor systems, sensors, safety guards, elevators, and/or catwalks
Interpret work orders and specifications to determine if machines and equipment and recommend replacement, repair, or general maintenance as needed
Carry out routine inspections of equipment and systems following established standard operating procedures and checklists to ensure optimal performance
Review instructions and interpret blueprints to ensure that project plans follow test specifications and procedures and meet objectives
Research, produce, and assemble mechanical parts for production machinery and equipment
Investigate, recognize, diagnose equipment failures to identify faulty operation, and recommend remedies to determine corrective action by interpreting complex blueprints, piping, sketches, schematics, and wiring diagrams
Design/ Redesign, Assemble/Disassemble, Install/Transport industrial mechanical equipment using analysis, prototypes, and computer-aided design
Follow and adhere to food and workplace safety policies and procedures established by Butterball, LLC
Communicate, at a high level, with plant operations to ensure the machinery and equipment operate safely and efficiently
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in mechanical, Mechatronics or closely related field
Understand and troubleshoot control voltage and line voltage
Understanding and utilizing industry electrical prints
Effective PLC maintenance and troubleshooting
Understands Vacuum theory
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to communicate effectively and follow verbal and written instructions
Follow diagrams, operation manuals and manufacturing instructions. Must be able to troubleshoot malfunctions in timely manner and find resolution
Must pass a background check, drug screen
Must be able to read and write
Need to be familiar in SPC, HACCP, GMP'S SSOP'S and USDA
Computer skills with Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Ability to read technical documents and communicate in English
Constant standing and walking (8 hours or more per day)
Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling (up to and including 50lbs or more)
Reaching overhead
Working from a ladder of raised platform
Reaching below knees
Ability to reasonably multitask
Working with electricity, tools, and wiring
Completing required paperwork in timely manner
Using material handling equipment as needed
Work in damp and cold environment as needed
Work with loud and noisy machinery as needed
Work in dusty environment when using spice as needed
Work with raw meat as needed
Work in congested areas as needed
Work in tight spaces to complete work
Company
Butterball
Butterball helps consumers celebrate traditional holidays and every day meal occasions with its branded line of products.
Founded in 1985
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2010-12-06Undisclosed
Leadership Team
Neal Walsh
Chief Operating Officer
Art Lankford
Vice President Operations
Recent News
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