Find your future at National Beef!

Are you interested in working a full-time work week in only 3 ½ Days? National Beef Leathers of St. Joseph, Missouri, may have an opportunity for you!  

We are currently seeking individuals who are interested in working as a Drum Mechanic on night shift schedule (5:45 PM – 6:00 AM). 

Competitive Wages and Benefits:

• Starting pay of $22.60 per hour
• $2.65 per hour perfect attendance bonus
• $1 per hour shift differential for night shift
• Up to $4 per hour skill based tiering program
• Multiple employee bonus programs
• Family-friendly benefits
• Safe and stable work 

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Drum Mechanic position responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Inspects drums to ensure drums are working properly and safely
• Identifies mechanical problems and performs mechanical repairs
• Removes unsafe equipment from facility operating area and notifies supervisor
• Repairs and fabricates various items and equipment using welding and or plumbing techniques and equipment including pumps, gearboxes, etc.
• Tests drums to ensure repairs are completed correctly
• Schedules and performs routine and preventive maintenance for drums
• Reviews plans, process procedures, drawings, and quality manuals to understand the scope, requirements, and function of products
• Maintains repair log
• Operates radio equipment to communicate accurately and promptly
• Maintains a clean and sanitary work environment
• Performs other related duties as assigned

This is a safety sensitive position.  This is an on-site position.

Qualified candidates for the Drum Mechanic position should possess the following:

• Completion of forklift truck training or willingness to complete necessary courses
• Ability to use hand and power tools, ladders, and lift trucks (i.e. – snorkel lift/bucket lift)
• Ability to read, write and speak English
• Ability to complete mechanical aptitude assessment
• Analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision
• Must be able to bend, stretch, kneel, and squat to perform repairs and inspections
• Must be able to stand and walk on concrete surfaces and climb stairs for prolonged periods
• Must be able to lift 75 to 100 pounds at a time
• Must comply with all personal protective equipment requirements and with all safe work practices and procedures
• Must be willing and able to work outside in all weather conditions
• Ability to work various shift and “on-call” as needed

Must be at least 18 years of age or older.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time.

National Beef is a leader in producing fresh, chilled and further processed beef products for customers in the U.S. and worldwide. We offer a variety of employment opportunities in our production, packaging, and hide tanning facilities that stretch from the western plains to the east coast. We strive to be the preferred employer in every one of those communities, whether it’s measured by the number of people employed or the good we do in the area. We invite you to join our family, wherever you call home.

National Beef is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, natural origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, or status as a disabled individual.