Maintenance Mechanic - 3rd Shift

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

Job summary

Join a family-owned food company as a Maintenance Mechanic, where your skills will ensure the smooth operation of plant equipment. This role involves troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining sophisticated production systems while adhering to safety and quality guidelines. You'll work in a dynamic environment, collaborating with a dedicated team and training new associates. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, this company offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the food industry. If you're passionate about machinery and teamwork, this is your chance to thrive in a rewarding career.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in food processing and equipment maintenance.
• Proficient in troubleshooting and repair of production equipment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and diagnose maintenance failures in plant equipment.
• Train new associates in maintenance operations and safety guidelines.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical Knowledge

Electrical Knowledge

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Plumbing Skills

Metalworking Skills

Safety Guidelines Awareness

GMP Awareness

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Rich’s SCADA System

Job description

Rich’s, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. Working in 100 locations globally, with annual sales exceeding $4 billion, Rich’s is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich’s—Infinite Possibilities. One Family.

Purpose Statement

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

Key Accountabilities and Outcomes

• Troubleshoots and diagnoses all maintenance failures.
• Uses assembly drawings, P&ID’s and manuals to tune equipment for operation, uses electrical (VFD’s, SCR’s, motor starters) and logic (PLC, SLC) principles to solve equipment problems.
• Uses basic plumbing, metal working 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 of 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”), are 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. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Rich’s. 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.