Industrial Engineer at Butterball

At Butterball, we exist to help people pass love on. As the most recognized name in turkey, the brand represents more than 60 years of cherished memories, providing quality, great tasting products that make meals something to celebrate every day. We proudly believe that life at Butterball means having a team who supports you, having the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, and making an impact on the health of others daily.

Whether you choose to work at one of our five (5) manufacturing facilities in NC, AR, MO, farms in AR, NC, and KS, corporate office in NC, IL, or in the field, we believe we have an opportunity for everyone to succeed. At Butterball, we believe in fostering a culture where every team member is valued, has the opportunity to grow professionally and contribute to our success. Join us in our Purpose and apply for an opportunity today!

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting, repairing, and optimizing industrial machinery and electrical systems.

• Operate and monitor production equipment in accordance with engineering guidelines and safety protocols.

• Perform mechanical and electrical diagnostics using tools such as multimeters, calipers, gauges, and precision measurement instruments.

• Observe machine operation and report performance deviations, equipment malfunctions, and safety concerns to engineering leadership.

• Support continuous improvement projects related to equipment efficiency, production workflow, and preventative maintenance programs.

• Review diagrams, schematics, engineering instructions, and equipment manuals to support machine setup and troubleshooting activities.

• Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance tasks, equipment performance, and repair activities.

• Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), USDA regulations, and company quality standards.

• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.

• Perform additional technical duties as assigned to support manufacturing operations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, mechanical engineering or equivalent in a closely related field

• Ability to read and interpret engineering diagrams, schematics, and technical manuals in English.

• Competency in troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems using standard diagnostic tools.

• Strong understanding of manufacturing equipment operation and process flow.

• Ability to work independently, prioritize technical tasks, and make data supported decisions.

• Effective communication with maintenance, engineering, and production teams.

Working Conditions

• Constant standing and walking (8 hours or more per day)

• Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling (up to and including 50lbs or more).

• Reaching overhead.

• Working from a ladder of raised platform.

• Reaching below knees.

• Ability to reasonably multitask.

• Working with electricity, tools, and wiring.

• Completing required paperwork in timely manner.

• Using material handling equipment as needed.

Butterball Core Competencies:

Caring about people, valuing contributions, and empowering to succeed is the Butterball Way. We recognize the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to Butterball and seek to create an environment where everyone can thrive. Everyone has a seat at the table and is expected to embody our core competencies:

• Safety First: We put safety first. The health, safety, and well-being of our people, products, and turkeys is everyone's responsibility and everyone's jobs.
• Integrity: We trust each other to do the right thing. We act with integrity and gain the confidence and trust of others through honesty, respect, and authenticity.

• Stewardship: We take care of what matters. We are accountable to our commitments and take responsibility for the well-being of our teams, our quality, our customers, our business, our brand, and our communities. We are always answerable for our actions and those we lead.

• Enthusiastic Attitudes: We create a climate where everyone feels they belong and can be engaged, every day. Where our people are enthusiastic and motivated to do their best and work together to make great things happen.

• Continuous Improvement: We are committed to continuous improvement. We challenge ourselves and our company to constantly learn, develop, grow, improve, and innovate.

Disclaimer

We embrace equal opportunity employment. Butterball is committed to the fair and impartial treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without regard to gender, age, race, religion, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law.

This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of Butterball's Drug/Alcohol Screening & Testing Policy. Details will be provided to individuals who receive a conditional job offer, or upon request.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of what is required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not imply or establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.