Maintenance and Reliability Technician - Luverne / Sioux Falls / Worthington / Pipestone

Christensen Farms is one of the largest, family-owned pork producers in the United States, marketing approximately 3 million hogs per year. Headquartered in Sleepy Eye, Minnesota, the company operates throughout the Midwest with facilities in Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, Illinois, and South Dakota. Christensen Farms owns four feed mills, manages 145,000 sows on 44 farms, and oversees more than 350 nurseries and grow-finish sites. The company employs nearly 1,000 people and maintains 1,500 contract partnerships.

At CF, we believe in giving all of our employees opportunities for career development and a defined career path within each role. Our Maintenance and Reliability Technician career path starts at Apprentice and moves through Level 1, 2, 3 and into a Lead role. We will hire for this open position at any of these levels.

Position Overview & Responsibilities : The Maintenance and Reliability Technician will be responsible for performing technical maintenance and repairs on swine facility equipment and infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have expertise in electrical systems, mechanical systems, and general facility maintenance. This role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work effectively within a team to ensure the smooth operation of swine production processes. The ideal candidate will also suggest process improvements using data supported decision making.

Major Areas of Accountability :

Technical Repairs and Maintenance :

• Conduct diagnostic assessments and perform repairs on electrical and mechanical systems within swine facilities, including automated feeding systems, climate control systems, and waste management equipment.
• Execute preventive maintenance tasks to ensure optimal functioning of all equipment and machinery, minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity.
• Utilize advanced troubleshooting techniques to identify and resolve issues promptly, ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.

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Equipment Management :

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Compliance and Documentation :

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Reports to :

Repair Branch Manager

Christensen Farms is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to select the most qualified person for each position in the organization. No employee of CF will discriminate against any applicant for employment or a fellow employee because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, citizenship status, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, veteran status or any other prohibited basis under applicable local, state, or federal law.

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