Maintenance Mechanic - 2nd Shift

Ferrero SpA; Forest Park (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Paid time off (PTO)

Annual bonus based on performance

Job summary

Ferrero SpA in Forest Park, Illinois, is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic who will work on production and facility equipment to ensure efficiency and reliability. Applicants should have at least 3 years of experience in maintenance or a related technical degree along with skills in troubleshooting and repairing machinery.

This role offers an hourly pay rate of $38.00, with an additional shift differential of $1.00, and comprehensive benefits including health and dental insurance, a 401(k), and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience as an industrial Maintenance Mechanic or a 2-year Technical Degree plus 1 year of experience.
• Experience in a food manufacturing environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain production and facility equipment to meet production goals.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance procedures as per schedule.
• Disassemble, inspect, and repair malfunctioning parts or equipment.

Skills

Communication and teamwork

Ability to work with Machine Operators

Education

High school Diploma or GED

2-year Technical Degree in Maintenance field

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Electrical components troubleshooting

Job description

At Ferrara, Ferrero, Fox’s Burton’s, and The Fine Biscuits Company, we’re loved by people of all generations for the joy we bring—and that joy is crafted by our people. Join us and explore a whole world to discover, where your passion will find its place.

Today, Ferrara is the #1 sugar confectioner in the U.S, with global sales in more than 40 countries. Ferrara boasts a passionate team of over 9,000 employees around the world who deliver and create hundreds of iconic and beloved products.

In the U.S., more than 67 million households annually enjoy our popular brands like NERDS®, Brach’s®, Jelly Belly®, SweeTARTS®, Laffy Taffy®, and Trolli®. In Brazil, Dori has become a household name with snacking products that include brands such as Dori, Gomets, Pettiz, and Yogurte 100. And, in France, Carambar & Co have earned generations of loyal customers through the timeless appeal of iconic candy and chocolate brands such as Carambar, Lutti, Krema, Poulain, Vichy and Terry’s. A privately held company, Ferrara Group is headquartered in Chicago. Ferrara boasts a network of over 30 locations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia Pacific that includes manufacturing, distribution, sales, and R&D facilities.

Position requires ability to work overtime. As a result, it may require working varying start times, end times, and weekends dependent on business needs.

Core hours: 4pm-4am

Want to make an impact?

The Maintenance Mechanic, reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, maintains production and facility equipment in a condition to meet the plant production goals and the building requirements. This position works with mechanical devices such as gears, sprockets, chains, sheaves, belts, brakes, clutches, couplings and coupling alignment, bearings, lubrication, hydraulics and pneumatics.

Ways you will make a difference

• Disassembles, inspects, reassembles, troubleshoots, repairs and replaces malfunctioning parts or equipment (motors, switches, sensors, input /output boards, controllers, gears, sprockets chains, knives, etc. using test equipment and meters such as VOM, megger, amp probe and PC.)
• Cleans, lubricates and adjusts guides, flap tuckers, sealing jaws, sensors, and timing for process systems of packaging equipment to improve efficiency, quality, or operation.
• Performs routine preventive maintenance procedures as per schedule.
• Installs change parts (pockets, flap tuckers, film folding shoulders etc.) on production machinery to run a different size, shape or product.
• Reads blueprints, diagrams, programs /ladder logic and machinery manuals to diagnose problems, identify parts, and learn proper equipment operation.
• Installs new equipment.
• Actively seeks to find problems in assignment area and correct before the problem becomes critical with high supervision.
• Communicates conditions of equipment by: completing appropriate maintenance records, transferring knowledge of conditions to incoming mechanics at shift change, and informing his supervisor of significant problems.
• Displays cooperation by working closely with Production personnel.
• Improves work related skills by actively pursuing outside schooling or plant provided programs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills that will make you successful

• Ability to work with Machine Operators effectively
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, collaborating with maintenance personnel to identify process improvements and increase efficiency

Experiences that will support your success

• 3 years of prior experience as an industrial Maintenance Mechanic OR Completion of 2-year Technical Degree in Maintenance field such as Industrial Maintenance, Mechanical Maintenance or related area of study AND 1 year of prior experience as an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic.
  • Experience must include diagnostic troubleshooting, repairing and replacing defective parts, adjusting machinery, and modifying units to meet proper operating specifications.
• Experience in a food‑manufacturing environment is preferred
• High school Diploma or GED. 2-year Technical Degree in Maintenance field such as Industrial Maintenance or Mechanical Maintenance, OR related area of study, OR Journeyman Certification, preferred
• Basic experience working with and troubleshooting electrical components like 240‑480v motors, wiring, switches, sensors, AC and DC circuits.
• Experience with Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) principles and methodologies

What We Offer

• At Ferrara, we’re proud to support our employees by providing comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, dental insurance, a 401(k), and paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits at https://flimp.live/Ferrara-Candy-2025-OE-QR

Compensation

The salary for this role is $38.00 per hour plus $1.00 shift differential per hour

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, employment decisions and opportunities at Ferrara will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil union status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, military or veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic information, pregnancy (childbirth or related medical condition), or on any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.