Maintenance Mechanic

WinCup; West Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

PTO

Holidays

Disability insurance

EAP

401(k) match

Job summary

WinCup is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for our on-site facility in West Chicago, IL. You will troubleshoot and maintain production and packaging equipment to maximize efficiency and minimize scrap. Strong mechanical aptitude and urgency are essential in a fast-paced environment.

The role reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and offers competitive hourly pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for advancement within a growing, eco-conscious company.

Qualifications

• Basic math skills required.
• Ability to speak, read and write English to carry out instructions.
• Two years maintenance in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Performs timely mechanical checks on all assigned equipment to ensure proper adjustments are maintained.
• Maintains established cycle settings on assigned machines to ensure production quality with minimal scrap.
• Comply with all safety rules, policies, procedures and practices including LOTO of production equipment when required.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot machine malfunctions and perform adjustments.
• Respond promptly to alarms and ensure production is not interrupted.
• Perform all quality tests on equipment-related outputs and document findings.

Skills

Math skills

English literacy

Maintenance experience

Job description

WinCup is a food service packaging company focused on providing our customers and consumers the highest quality products allowing them to enjoy the beverages and foods they love, whether at home, or on the go. Trusted since 1962, WinCup is now a leading manufacturer passionately transitioning into an innovative, technology driven enterprise focused on creating superior products and brands directly addressing global plastic pollution.

WinCup is driven by our Vio biodegradable foam technology; our Phade line of PHA based straws and stirrers which are the only Marine Biodegradable, Home and Industrial Compostable straws and stirrers in the world!

We are passionately committed to the environment, excellence, innovation and growth.

We are a dynamic, diverse and inclusive team bound together by our shared Values of:

• One Team
• Performance Based; Rewards & Recognition Driven
• Excellence in All We Do
• Respectful and Engaged Leadership
• Always Do the Right Thing

Here at WinCup, we are proud to offer our valued, full-time Team Members a competitive, comprehensive compensation and benefits package with most benefit eligibility beginning just 31 days post hire, including medical, dental, vision and life insurance plans. We also offer paid time off (PTO) and holidays, short & long-term disability, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP). Additionally, we offer a 401(k) plan with a generous company match available after only 60 days of employment!

So, if you are passionate about working on exceptional brands driven by innovation that will leave a lasting and positive impact on the environment, keep reading to see if you think you might make a great addition to our growing team!

POSITION/TITLE: Maintenance Mechanic

WORK LOCATION: West Chicago, IL (On-Site)

POSITION REPORTS TO: Maintenance Supervisor

RATE: $21-$26/hr

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for the troubleshooting and maintenance adjustments of production and packaging equipment to ensure all equipment is operating at optimum efficiency with minimal scrap. High urgency, critical thinking, and strong mechanical aptitude are required for this position.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Performs timely mechanical checks on all assigned equipment to ensure proper adjustments are maintained.
• Maintains established cycle settings on assigned machines to ensure production quality with minimal scrap.
• Comply with all safety rules, policies, procedures and practices to include performing LOTO of production equipment when required.
• Performs equipment evaluations at the start of the shift to ensure production flow is consistent throughout.
• Diagnose and determine cause for machine malfunctions along with making troubleshooting adjustments to assigned machines.
• Answer all buzzers and bells with the highest sense of urgency to ensure production is not interrupted.
• Perform all assigned quality tests on baggers, packaged products, film, print, etc. to inspect for defects and malfunctions every hour. Must document findings on the inspector checklist.
• Perform daily inspector checks to ensure the testers are rejecting defective products.
• Responsible for all film roll changeovers and organization of film racks daily.
• Responsible for informing the leadership team immediately of any failure to meet established quality standards to ensure that corrective action is taken.
• Maintain a safe and clean work area and equipment at all times.
• Assist packers with rework when time permits.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Production Lead, Team Supervisor or Department Manager.

REQUIRED EXPEREINCE/SKILLS:

• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) required.
• Ability to speak, read and write English in order to carry out instructions and communicate with others as needed.
• High sense of urgency is required for this position. Must have a sound mechanical aptitude. Two years maintenance in a manufacturing environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS (Manufacturing Plant):

The characteristics listed below are representative of the physical demands required by an individual to successfully perform the essential duties of a position in our manufacturing plants. Note that office positions located within our Manufacturing Plants often require some plant floor presence throughout the day so that while these demands may not always apply, they should still be noted.

• Team Member will frequently be required to actively listen and exchange information.
• Team Member will be required to observe and assess information in a fast-paced environment.
• Requires frequent use of a production, manufacturing equipment and/or machinery.
• Will be required to frequently move/transport materials weighing up to 50 pounds which may require frequent bending, twisting and reaching motions.
• Team Member may be required to remain stationary for extended periods.
• Team Member may be required to stand for long periods up to 8, 10 or 12 hours shifts.
• Team Member may be required to talk, walk, sit; use hands to finger, handle and feel objects, tools, and controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crawl or crouch.

WORK ENVIRONMENT (Manufacturing Plant):

The characteristics listed below are representative of the work environment typically encountered by an individual while performing the essential duties of a position in our manufacturing plants. Note that office positions located within our Manufacturing Plants often require some plant floor presence throughout the day so these work environment details may not always apply, they should still be noted.

• Workspace is one that contains moving mechanical parts.
• Requires work in an indoor manufacturing environment that may be exposed to extreme heat that is not air-conditioned.
• Work environment contains loud noises and odors that may last for long periods of time or on a continual basis as well as occasional airborne particles.
• Must wear PPE while working, which includes hairnet, hearing protection and safety glasses with side guards at all times.
• Ability to work an 8+, 10+ or 12+ hour shifts as designated.
• Able to work weekdays, weekends and overtime as designated.

WinCup reserves the right to revise or update this job description as needed to better comply with the actual essential function of the job requirements as business needs dictate.

WinCup is an EEO/AA and E-Verify employer. At WinCup, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity and strengths of our Team Members, our customers, and community.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. We firmly believe that a diverse organization creates opportunities for all individuals to display their talents, both independently and collaboratively. Diversity fuels our ability to be truly innovative by embodying our values, driving our success, and fostering an environment where every Team Member can thrive and perform at their very best.

To ensure the safety of our team members in the workplace, we perform background and drug screenings.

Thank you for considering WinCup and helping us make a difference!