Reach Truck Operator- Day | Statesville, NC

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services and performs repairs on equipment in order to ensure proper operation of production equipment and electrical systems. Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities Perform maintenance on egg carts – grease wheels. Describe the decision-making authority of this position, the nature and extent of supervision available and the point at which higher approval is required.

Move carts that need repair from egg warehouse to garage to be repaired. Log daily work done to egg carts – number repaired. Repair damaged egg carts – by replacing parts and/or welding as needed. Reads interprets and understands manufacturers' equipment manuals, preventative (PM) task sheets and safety policies.

Performs equipment adjustments and repairs, preventative maintenance and emergency breakdowns. Performs specific duties during both production and non-production hours in a timely manner with OSHA Lockout/Tagout and Company safety regulations.

Monitors performance of equipment and informs maintenance and production supervisors of potential problems. Maintains log books by applying math skills through the equipment PM stages in order to calibrate machinery to performance standards. Provides " hands on" training and direction to lower level mechanics and techs in properly servicing, repairing and maintaining the equipment operated by the Company. Minimum Education High School

or equivalent Experience Requirements 2 - 4 years. Reading, writing and analytical skills are required.

Must have all personal tools at all times and be able to use and operate hand tools and industrial shop equipment. Experience Preferred Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements Exposed to climate controlled office and outside weather conditions, a significant amount of air born dust. Ability to remain stationary for period of up to 2 hours during a normal shift. Must be able to climb truck ladders and swing a 5 lb hammer. When in a plant environment: Exposure primarily consists of wet and moist floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces.

May be exposed to temperatures of 28 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with both ambient and 100% humidity. May handle product 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit. May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db to 110 db. May be exposed to all chemicals used in poultry, food, processing facility. Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company. Perdue Farms, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, interaction, interactionual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.