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Automation Line Technician - 1st Shift (4 days on

at West Liberty Foods in Bolingbrook, Illinois, United States

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OUR TEAM IS OUR BEST ASSET
Eligible for a $1,500 Sign On Bonus for External Candidates!
About West Liberty Foods
West Liberty Foods was formed in 1996 under the guiding principles of the Iowa Turkey Growers Cooperative. Carrying on Iowa's rich farming tradition, our grower/owners are committed to animal health and welfare while delivering superior-quality turkeys - a philosophy that has helped family farms grow and thrive for generations. The continued success of West Liberty Foods is due to the dedication, enthusiasm and support of our grower/owners.
Our mission is to be a leading food manufacturer by converting needs, ideas and expertise into value for our members, business partners and consumers.
West Liberty Foods manufactures hundreds of meat and poultry products that can be found in well-known grocery stores and top restaurant chains nationwide. Recognized as one of the top protein processors in North America, we have the capacity to produce over 650 million pounds of food products per year across our facilities. We are The Surprisingly Big Company, and we're right in your backyard.
Build your career with West Liberty Foods and be a part of an exciting, collaborative team environment!
We are currently hiring for:
Job Title Automation Line Technician
Job Summary: The Automated Line Technician (ALT) will be detail oriented, results driven, and possess the aptitude to learn and train new skills in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. With experience in electrical and mechanical (Mechatronics) engineering, the ALT will be adept at leading teams and promoting a culture of responsiveness, adaptability, and accountability. The ALT will be proficient in verbal and written communication, and able to compile and interpret reports containing complex metrics and productivity data. In addition to being dependable, their work will be of a consistently high quality even in the face of changing and diverse demands.
Job Responsibilities:
Work in partnership with the Operations Manager and Specialty Line Supervisor to establish processes and best practices for meeting production expectations on all assigned machines, including both fully automated and fully staffed sandwich production lines.
Develop and deliver training plans and curriculum to be offered in both production and classroom environments.
Monitor and assess the integrity and performance of a fully automated assembly line, including slicing equipment, conveyors, robotics, and vacuum sealers.
Use common assembly, hand and power tools, drills, conduit benders, pipe threading equipment and measuring devices such as voltmeters and continuity testers as required.
Operate a forklift as needed for material handling tasks, and will maintain forklift training and certification.
Identify areas of weakness in the production line or finished products and making recommendations for improvement.
Understand problems or client briefs and developing solutions that satisfy them.
Select the required tools and materials for the manufacturing process.
Design, develop, and enhance electro-mechanical systems and mechatronic devices.
Create automated systems and the software to control them.
Drive continual improvement in quality, productivity, efficiency and cost.
Ensure compliance with all safety regulations.
Partner with all departments of the organization.
Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering preferred.
Minimum of 3 years experience working in a fast-paced production environment preferred.
Experience leading teams of more than five people preferred.
Computer experience - Google Suite, Leading 2 Lean.
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
Ability to lead, motivate and develop others.
Ability to work in a fast paced environment of continuous change and challenges.
Must be able to work extended hours and weekends according to schedule.
Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
Must be authorized to work in the United States. No sponsorships are available.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Must be able to provide own hand tools.
Experience in food manufacturing or process is a plus.
Must be able to work with limited supervision.
Must be able to climb ladders and do work on aerial work platforms as needed.
Candidates must successfully pass post-offer/pre-employment drug test, background screen and physical.
West Liberty Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive... For full info follow application link.

West Liberty Foods/Liberty Cold/Crystal Lake Farms is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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Job Posting: 10966919

Posted On: May 27, 2023

Updated On: Jun 02, 2023

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