Simplot Company OPT Eligible Jobs USA

The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

Summary

The Maintenance Planning & Scheduling Assistant assists in the administration of maintenance planning and scheduling operations.

The Maintenance Planning & Scheduling Assistant is charged with providing expertise and support in the areas of work order processing and management, preventative and predictive maintenance program development, parts research and procurement, and other directly related duties as assigned. This position administratively supports all maintenance activities that take place anywhere within the plant facility and/or on plant grounds. The Maintenance Planning & Scheduling Assistant reports directly to the Maintenance Planning/Scheduling Supervisor and has dotted line accountability to the Maintenance Supervisors.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensures there is no injury to self or others by following safe work practices (including Standard Operating Procedures) and policies.

• Food Safety is everyone’s responsibility.

• Attend and participate in all training activities for the position. Ensure the acquired skills and knowledge are applied.

• Ensures sanitation of equipment and housekeeping of the entire facility.

• Ensures self-compliance with Company policies, Standard Operating Procedures, and the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

• Must be a team player and help to meet operational goals.

• Conducts oneself in a professional manner and ensures that personal appearance meets the standards necessary to perform the job functions while representing the Company.

• Performs all such other duties as may be reasonably assigned by Manager.

• Coordinate with stockroom and procurement personnel in the resolution of parts kitting issues, spare parts inventory requirements, return of unused stock and non-stock items, and other related topics.

• Contact outside supply sources to obtain price quotes for parts, parts availability, order shipment and delivery status, and services.

• Utilize internal/external resources and manufacturer documentation to determine appropriate sourcing, application of replacement parts, and maintenance intervals.

• Utilize the computerized maintenance management system to manage and process work orders, requisition equipment parts and material, develop and maintain equipment bill of material and specialized task parts lists and maintenance reporting.

• Assisting maintenance team members, visit job site and size up parts, material and labor requirements.

• As requested, provide training and/or assistance to maintenance team members with creating, modifying and managing their work orders.

• Develop and implement standardized maintenance inspection and task procedures.

• Process maintenance department requests for outside repair of parts and equipment.

• Acquire, prepare, and submit manufacturer technical documentation for inclusion into the technical library.

• Provide input and feedback to help determine appropriate scheduling periods.

• Maintain a working relationship with stockroom personnel, vendors, and organizational support groups and customers conducive to providing the maintenance department with a high level of service quality.

• Ensures personal work area is maintained in a clean and orderly manner.

Typical Education

Bachelor's Degree (B.A. or B.S.) from 4 year college or university

Relevant Experience

3.5 + years related experience and/or training

Other Information

Must complete the Structured Job Training program within recommended timeframe to remain in the position permanently.

Must be able to demonstrate the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and calculate percentages to make proper adjustments and calibrations, as required.

Must be able to read, understand, and communicate in English in a manner to successfully complete job duties.

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Must be able to demonstrate manual and physical dexterity.

Must be able to work with hazardous and corrosive chemicals in small areas.

Must be able to tell time and be able to convert regular time to military time.

Must be able to use a computer and successfully navigate through various applications. Must be proficient at computer system data entry.

Must be able to maneuver in close quarters and climb stairs, ladders, and catwalks on a regular basis.

Must be able to stand on concrete floors for long periods of time.

Must be able to work in extreme environments (cold, hot, humid and slippery).

Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Must be able to identify hazards and report to appropriate personnel.

Must have an acceptable attendance record.

Must have an acceptable safety record.

Must be able to work in stressful situations.

Must have a high school diploma or GED.

Depending on experience at least 4 years of documented industrial maintenance work history.

Must have intermediate level computer skills.

Job Requisition ID: 25989

Travel Required:

Location(s): GF Plant - Grand Forks

Country: United States

The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.