Maintenance & Reliability Specialist

Ingredion Incorporated; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical (HSA)

Dental and Vision

2 weeks vacation per year

401K Fidelity 3% match + 3.5% employer

Safety shoe allotment

Quarterly bonus

Health, life, and disability insurance

Job summary

Ingredion Incorporated in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot mechanical equipment, inspect components, and perform disassembly and repair using technical manuals and prints. You will collaborate with the maintenance team to improve reliability and keep accurate maintenance records.

You will maintain and execute preventive and predictive maintenance tasks, adhere to safety and quality programs, and operate on a 12-hour shift with a wage of $39.05 hourly.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical maintenance certification preferred.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and schematics.
• Must pass background check and drug screening.
• Willingness to work off shift.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot mechanical machine failures by disassembly and inspection.
• Use technical documentation to aid troubleshooting.
• Maintain records of plant equipment maintenance.
• Identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance tasks.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Preventive maintenance

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma/GED

Technical maintenance certification

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Shift: 12-hour 2-2-3 rotation (day shift 7am – 7pm) Wage: $39.05 hourly

Medical (HSA), Dental and Vision Effective 1st of the month following your hire date

2 weeks of vacation per year 401K | Fidelity 3% match + 3.5% employer contribution = Up to 6.5% for you!

Safety shoe allotment | $250 Quarterly Bonus Health, life, and disability insurance

About Ingredion:

Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.

What you will do:

• Troubleshooting mechanical machine failures by disassembly and inspection of components.
• Utilizing technical documentation (prints, manuals, specifications, etc.) to aid in troubleshooting.
• Accurately keeping maintenance records of critical and quality-related plant equipment.
• Determining root cause of failure and correcting condition to prevent reoccurrence.
• Auditing the maintenance program and identifying and recommending opportunities for improvement.
• Repairing failure using current procedures and recommend alternative methods of repair.
• Developing, documenting, and performing preventive and predictive maintenance tasks to maximize equipment reliability.
• Generating out-of-tolerance reports, when required, for equipment found outside of acceptance criteria.
• Performing precision maintenance tasks such as alignment checks, measurement of mechanical clearances, and balancing of rotating equipment.
• Executing Motor and Plant lubrication tasks.
• Ensuring that grease quantity and intervals are maintained within appropriate guidelines.
• Maintaining procedures for critical and quality-related plant equipment.
• Understanding and complying with all OSHA, state/provincial, and local codes.
• Participate in plant training and safety programs.
• Acquiring new mechanical, pneumatics and hydraulics knowledge as appropriate

What you will bring:

• High school diploma/GED required
• Technical training in accredited technical school or equivalent, with certification in mechanical maintenance, industrial maintenance, strongly preferred
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and schematics
• Must be able to pass a background check for education, work history, and criminal record
• Must be able to complete a physical, drug screen and respirator clearance
• Be willing to work an off shift.

Who you are:

• Proven ability to work safely on or around mechanical equipment or systems in an industrial environment.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities as well as a proven ability to troubleshoot industrial equipment and hardware.
• Proven ability to read and understand documentation including, but not limited to, electrical schematics, P&IDs job site maps/directions, instruction manuals, and/or written instructions accurately.
• Willingness to collaborate with others and provide support, if needed, in other areas.
• Ability to work in potentially loud and odorous environments, different physical environments, or in various weather conditions.
• Must be able to move about in the processing areas and be able to lift and carry 50 pounds, stand and walk for sustained periods, climb stairs and ladders, bend, reach, push, pull, and enter tanks.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

• Read, write, and speak in English and work in a team environment.
• Computer literate with prior experience with computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice and Food Safety, a plus.
• Must be willing to work any day of the week.
• Must have a basic understanding of OSHA rules.
• Must be able to pass a background check for education, work history, and criminal record.
• Must be able to successfully pass a physical and drug screen as applicable by local government.

Why Join Ingredion:

Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy:

• Career Growth – Learning, training, and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Program – A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally
• Employee Discount Program – Provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travel #INDCR

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability—mental or physical—marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law (“protected classifications”). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.

Ingredion uses AI-enabled tools to support parts of the recruitment process, including resume screening and interview scheduling. These tools help match candidate skills to job requirements and streamline communication. All AI-assisted decisions are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable laws. By applying, you acknowledge that AI may be used to support your application journey.

Relocation Available: No

This pay rate is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).

Benefits:

Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with a competitive company match.

Ingredion is a leading global, plant-based ingredients solutions company. We make sweeteners, starches, nutrition ingredients and biomaterials that are used by customers in everyday products from foods and beverages to paper and pharmaceuticals. At Ingredion, we embrace possibilities and inspire each other to think big. Together, we are reimagining how we can make life better through our differentiated ingredients and innovative solutions. We share an inspiring purpose — to make life better, for our colleagues, our customers, our communities, and the world. We belong to a culture of bold innovators, of people who believe that their skills, creativity, and passion can deliver solutions that can enhance people’s lives. We create what's next, transforming our imagination into innovation. We have a welcoming and collaborative environment to build and grow a career in a multinational company. Here, everyone can be their authentic selves and be part of a community of talented and caring people, interacting with professionals around the world, made up of varied backgrounds, cultures and industries. We are encouraged to think differently and innovate through collaboration and experimentation. We are constantly imagining new ways to bring value to our customers, through new ingredients, solutions, and ways of working.

Please ask your Ingredion connection about our Employee Referral Process!