Maintenance - Machinist

Unilever; Hammond (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a globally recognized facility as a Maintenance Technician/Machinist, where you'll play a vital role in maintaining production equipment for one of the largest soap factories in the US. This full-time position offers a competitive pay rate with opportunities for increases after training. You'll work in a dynamic environment, ensuring the smooth operation of essential machinery while adhering to safety and quality standards. If you have mechanical expertise and a passion for troubleshooting, this is the perfect opportunity to contribute to a renowned brand and be part of a diverse and inclusive team that values your skills and growth.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

SHARE purchases

Tuition reimbursement

Fitness reimbursement

Paid leaves

Uniforms provided

PPE provided

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a similar role with effective troubleshooting skills.
• Must have mechanical knowledge of pumps, drive systems, and packing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on production equipment.
• Coordinate activities to ensure minimal disruption of production schedules.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Troubleshooting skills

Manual dexterity

Knowledge of pumps and drive systems

GMP/Plant Hygiene guidelines

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand/power tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Forklift

Highlift

Job description

time left to apply End Date: April 30, 2025 (30+ days left to apply)

job requisition id R-31019

Maintenance Technician / Machinist

Location of the job: Hammond IN (Unionized)

Rotating Shift Hours:

(2nd week) 3:00 pm – 11:15

(3rd week) 11:00 pm – 7:15 am

Base Pay Rate – $39.49 (with increases after completion of training/probationary periods to $44.14) - Weekly Pay Periods

These are direct hires, full time position with a full benefits package (*Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, SHARE purchases, Tuition/Fitness reimbursement, Paid leaves, etc.)

Uniforms and PPE provided by the company

Background & Purpose of the Job

Our Unilever Hammond, IN facility is the home of the Dove Beauty bar, one of Unilever's biggest brands and the largest soap factory within the US. Our Hammond facility is where we have been working to make beauty a source of confidence by manufacturing the different variations of the Dove beauty bar. By joining our Hammond team, you will join a globally recognized site, that is also famous for being able to produce a billion bars in one year.

The Maintenance -Machinist will under minimal direction of management or other employees, safely performs and guides: the coordination and repair, replacement, installation, inspection, enhancement, optimization, testing and troubleshooting of all facilities, including processing and/or production and non-production related equipment.

Who You Are & What You’ll Do

As the Maintenance -Machinist, you must have mechanical experience and knowledge with pumps, drive systems, packing equipment like transport conveyors and associated subcomponents, different types of actuating cylinders, storage tanks, process piping and tank heating and cooling systems. Working knowledge of steam system, PLC, Frequency Drives, Process Controls is a plus. Must be able to display manual dexterity and perform all physical demands as outlined in the job description; and understand and follow all GMP/Plant Hygiene guidelines when performing daily functions as well as be able to work with little or no direction on a team/in a group.

All activities must be performed in strict compliance with Unilever standards and safety guidelines.

Performs Preventative Maintenance Routines including accurate, complete, and timely follow-up documentation. This documentation includes computerized work order updates, inventory transactions, verbal and written reports, etc.

Perform equipment repairs/replacement including accurate, complete and timely follow-up documentation including work order updates, inventory transactions, verbal and written reports, etc.

Effectively uses hand/power tools and shop equipment to machine, manufacture or modify and/or repair parts from drawings and/or samples.

Effectively works with Managers, operators, contractors, service people, vendors/suppliers, and clients to ensure timely and accurate completion of services. This includes coordination of activities to ensure minimal disruption of production schedules and workflow.

Move and operate various equipment including but not limited to forklift, highlift, etc.

Defines, selects, requisitions and expedites parts and materials while following approved procedures.

Inspect used parts to determine dimensional changes using calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments and diagnose to prevent future problems.

Perform all tasks and responsibilities in a fashion that assures personal safety and the safety of others and equipment. Report any non-conformance to safety standards.

Effectively communicates with others by presenting information, responding to questions, and seeking feedback/input.

Effectively works and participates in a team environment.

Actively participates and/or leads in project initiatives and selected cross-functional teams as approved.

Required to stay up to date on emerging technologies and techniques relating to area(s) of expertise.

Schedules and plans daily activities and project initiatives.

Required to train others, participate in training design and initiate efforts to develop or modify training programs.

Maintains and cleans: Work area, job site, tools and equipment.

Share job-related knowledge and information with management and peers.

Completes other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Need To Succeed

High school diploma or GED

Minimum 2+ years experience in a similar role

Effective troubleshooting skills is a must.

Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests, which may include drug screening, preemployment physical and background check.

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