Maintenance Mechanic - 1st shift

Rich Products Corporation; Crest Hill (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a skilled Maintenance Mechanic to ensure the smooth operation of plant equipment. This role involves performing mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and electronic repairs while adhering to safety and GMP guidelines. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in food processing, strong communication skills, and the ability to train others. Join a family-owned company that values its associates and offers competitive compensation, paid time off, and a supportive work environment. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative team, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Paid time off

Parental leave

Family planning support

Associate resource groups

Volunteering opportunities

Holiday gatherings

In-house taste tests

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in food processing and equipment repair.
• Ability to train others and work in self-directed teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and electronic repairs.
• Troubleshoot maintenance failures and maintain safety standards.

Skills

Mechanical Repair

Electrical Repair

Pneumatic Systems

Electronic Repair

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Technical Certification in Maintenance

Tools

Rich’s SCADA System

Gauges

Pressure Transmitters

Vortex Flow Meters

Job description

Maintenance Mechanic - 1st shift

Location: Crest Hill, IL, US, 60403

Rich’s, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others.

The Maintenance Mechanic controls the efficient operation of all plant equipment by performing mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and electronic repair and preventive maintenance.

• Troubleshoots and diagnoses all maintenance failures.
• Uses assembly drawings, P&ID’s, and manuals to tune equipment for operation, using electrical (VFD’s, SCR’s, motor starters) and logic (PLC, SLC) principles to solve equipment problems.
• Uses basic plumbing, metalworking, and general facilities and building maintenance knowledge as needed.
• Works with operating devices such as gauges, RTD’s, pressure transmitters, I/P’s, and vortex flow meters.
• Trains new Associates and team members on required skill sets for Maintenance.
• Maintains work area in a safe and orderly fashion according to GMP and Safety guidelines.
• Operates Rich’s SCADA system and completes appropriate paperwork.
• Performs any other related miscellaneous duties assigned by Team Leader.
• Will be required to work with and train operations Associates on basic equipment troubleshooting and assist operations as needed with production.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Must have 3-5 years experience in food processing, working with standard troubleshooting and repair of production equipment with highly sophisticated control systems.
• Must have good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Must have the ability to train other Associates in Maintenance operations.
• Must have the desire and ability to operate as a member of a Self-Directed work team.
• Must be proficient on Rich’s SCADA system.
• Must have general mechanical knowledge and electrical and logic principle knowledge.
• Has basic plumbing, metalworking, and general facilities/building maintenance knowledge.
• Has an awareness of and the ability to follow Associate Safety guidelines.
• Has an awareness of and the ability to follow GMP and Food Safety guidelines.
• Understands proper machine operating and adjusting procedures.
• Must have the ability to work in and contribute to Production Improvement, Associate Involvement, and Temporary Teams, as assigned.

COMPENSATION

In accordance with state law, the rate or range provided is Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Rich's"), reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may be higher or lower, based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, shift differential, and location.

Annual Range/Hourly Rate

$28.00-$38.00

Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Rich’s”), is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. Please contact Rich’s Human Resources department at [e-mail] if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.

BRINGING YOUR BEST SELF TO WORK.

As a family-owned company, caring for our associates—their whole selves—is a top priority. That’s why we provide benefits and tools to help our people balance the integration of work and life:

• Competitive compensation
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Family planning support
• Associate resource groups
• Volunteering & community impact opportunities
• Holiday gatherings
• In-house taste tests (we are a food company after all)!

It’s all part of how we support our family of associates.