Agriculture Mechanic

Seneca Foods in Ripon, WI is currently seeking an Agricultural Mechanic Apprentice to join our team. Seneca Foods offers an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K, paid time off and much more! Help us make our Farm Fresh Goodness Great! The Agriculture Mechanic Apprentice will complete educational learning through an approved college curriculum, in addition to on-the-job learning to complete their journeyman's certificate. They will learn how to monitor product flow during harvesting to ensure uninterrupted flow to the plants and relieve Harvester Operators when necessary. Responsibilities: Responsible for daily repair & maintenance of agriculture and related equipment. Responsible for maintaining an even and sufficient flow of raw product from the assigned field that meets or exceeds company standards during harvest season. Work in conjunction with Area Supervisors to maintain harvesting flow and quality. Ensure that safety rules and regulations are followed and enforced. Maintain cost controls over equipment for budget purposes. Strong mechanical and trouble shooting skills. Maintain cost control over equipment for budget purposes Maintenance in other areas of the facility when needed Employee relations Ensure that GMP’s (General manufacturing Practices), safety rules and regulations are being followed Other duties as assigned Qualifications: Willing to enroll in an agricultural mechanics or related technical program Strong attention to detail and accuracy Good Mechanical repair and trouble shooting skills Willingness and ability to work in a team environment Strong communication skills Seneca Foods Corporation is committed to providing equal opportunity for all, through a positive and continuing affirmative action program. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, military and/or veteran status or any other Federal or State legally protected classes. Seneca Foods Corporation will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and feel you need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at ADA@senecafoods.com or call 585-495-4100.