Industrial Maintenance Mechanic -Food Company

Job Summary:

• The Industrial Maintenance Technician performs limited preventive maintenance assignments, completes minor repairs, and assists in major repairs.
• Oversees plant maintenance needs within our three plants.
• Supports Plumbing, lighting maintenance with the plants.
• The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for troubleshooting, diagnosing & repairing production/manufacturing equipment during Unplanned & Planned Downtime, this will include preventative maintenance, inspections, calibrations, adjustments & repairs.
• Demonstrate ability to Inspect, test, troubleshoot and repair industrial equipment and machinery to ensure maximum operational efficiency. Ability to diagnose and repair minor electrical, carpentry, plumbing and HVAC issues.
• Diagnoses problems. Disassembles units, cleans, lubricates, repairs, and replaces parts.
• Maintains function and reliability of manufacturing and support equipment by performing preventative maintenance.
• Monitors machines regularly for signs of defects & malfunctions, including visual inspections, listening for irregular noises, and conducting testing as appropriate.
• Perform breakdown analysis to understand root cause of component.
• Work with outside contractors on assigned tasks.
• Understand & comply with GMP’s, Food Safety Practices, audit standards as well as Plant Safety Practices
• Follow food safety regulations by sanitizing equipment before and after checkups to avoid cross contamination.
• Use a variety of electronic, power and hand tools to perform job functions.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with Company / OSHA Standards. Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Requires a flexible work schedule, which may include nights and weekends to support operating schedule and the needs of the facility.
• May perform other duties related duties as necessary to meet the ongoing business needs of the organization.

Education:

• Requires a high school diploma, GED (General Educational Development), or equivalent.
• 2-4 years Maintenance experience working in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment a plus.
• EPA Certification a plus
• PacMac & DoBoy machine experience required.

Job Requirements:

• Excellent technical and problem-solving skills
• Must be able to work under limited supervision.
• Support FDA & USDA Food Safety Initiatives
• Detail oriented
• Teamwork attitude at all times
• Must be able to prioritize.
• Valid state driver’s license
• Must be neat, meticulous and pay attention to regulations and details when completing tasks.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Able to bend.
• Must be able to twist and reach overhead.

Location:  Chicago

Job Type:  Full Time 40+OT

Shift:         First Shift (Able to work some Saturdays when needed)

Pay Range:  $25.00-$30.00 hourly + OT.

Benefits:  Health Insurance

                    Paid Time off

                   401(K) matching

                   Referral Program

                   Employee discount

                   Basic & AD&D Life Insurance