Maintenance Mechanic- 2nd Shift

Newly Weds Foods- Corporate; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

New Weds Foods is seeking a skilled Mechanic to perform preventative maintenance and emergency repairs on production machinery, aiming to improve equipment reliability and product quality within the maintenance team.

You will work with diverse packaging and processing equipment, read schematics, and support safety and GMP practices on the manufacturing floor. Strong teamwork and hands-on problem solving are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Maintenance Technology or equivalent education, experience and training.
• 1-5 years manufacturing experience preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of maintenance jargon and best practices; OSHA, safety, etc.
• Proven ability to work in a team environment.
• Working knowledge of GMP, OSHA and production needs.
• Ability to walk or stand for prolonged periods; ability to bend, stoop, reach and lift up to 55 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and scheduled maintenance tasks.
• Perform repairs and emergency maintenance to production machinery.
• Read schematics and blueprints to diagnose electrical issues.
• Install, debug and stabilize plant equipment as required.
• Operate, test, and maintain robotic equipment on the line.
• Fill out daily logs, work orders, and communicate with shifts.

Skills

Maintenance knowledge

OSHA safety

Teamwork

GMP familiarity

Problem solving

Education

Associate Degree in Maintenance Technology

Job description

Job Summary:

The Mechanic will perform preventative maintenance & emergency repairs to all production machinery, striving to improve equipment reliability & glove quality, as part of the maintenance team.

Essential Functions:

• Work on verticalbaggers, ( Hayssen & Matrix), Tanney & Langdon cartoners, ink jet printers, and packaging equipment.
• Knowledge of bulk flour systems. (Transfer blowers, airlocks, divertor valves, sifters, etc ) .
• Knowledge of industrial ovens, proofers, conveyors, dryers, etc.
• Fill out daily log reports, emergency breakdown reports, work orders, and communicate with incoming shifts.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment as scheduled.
• Ability to work on low voltage and 120-480vac equipment, starters, motors, vfd’s, sensors, controllers, photo-eyes, etc.
• Install, debug and stabilize plant equipment as required.
• Read schematics and blueprints to interpret, diagnose, and troubleshoot electrical issues to properly and safely repair.
• Perform repairs and upgrades of the machinery and equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Support installations, analysis and acceptance of new electromechanical equipment.
• Repair and calibrate hydraulic and pneumatic assemblies metal detectors, and scales.
• Test the performance of electro-mechanical assemblies, using test instruments
• Fabricate guards use measuring devices, cutting tools and welders. (stick & tig )
• Read and interpret HMI panels to troubleshoot production line faults.
• Install electronic parts and hardware, using soldering equipment and hand tools
• Operate, test, and maintain robotic equipment
• Assist in Production/Maintenance related assignments as needed.
• Communicate issues and problem solve with Production staff any quality and safety concerns.
• Perform electrical and distribution lock out/ tag out method steady with customary safety protocol.
• Facilitate ensuring all electro and mechanical safety requirements.
• Participate in overtime assignments as required.
• Provide "on call" coverage as needed.
• Perform other duties assigned.

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Prescription Drug Plan
• Dental/Vision Insurance
• Employee Incentive Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Cash Accumulation Plan-401K
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Short- Term/Long-Term Disability
• Vacation Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Adoption Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Pet Insurance

Salary:

• Pay range from $30.00 - $37.49 an hour.

Qualifications:

• Associates Degree in Maintenance Technology field and or equivalent Education, Experience and Training.
• 1-5 years manufacturing experience preferred.
• Through knowledge of Maintenance jargon, Maintenance Best Practices Knowledge; OSHA, safety, etc.
• Proven ability to work in a team environment
• Working knowledge of GMP, OSHA and Production needs.
• Ability to walk or stand for prolonged periods; Ability to bend, stoop, reach and lift to 55 lbs.

Work Environment:

• The job is performed in production areas where the person will be exposed to strong aromas, airborne dust particles emanating from ingredients being used, and will be in the presence of or otherwise operating machinery. As well as working in hot/cold areas including indoor/outdoor facilities.

Disclaimer:

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. New Weds Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Newly Weds Foods will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States without assistance or support from Newly Weds Foods. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.