Maintenance Tech 1-DICP

Wells Enterprises; City of Dunkirk (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Annual incentive bonus

Job summary

Wells Enterprises (a Ferrero Company) is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform preventive maintenance, inspection, and repair of production equipment. You will read blueprints, apply pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical principles, and work in a high-demand environment including heights and extreme temperatures.

The role covers equipment across greers, cranes, fillers, wrappers, and mix room operations, with daily duties including troubleshooting and scheduled maintenance to

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED; journeyman's license or 2-year degree preferred.
• Previous mechanical experience is essential.
• Previous electrical and maintenance experience is preferred.
• Emerging understanding of concepts and applications of mechanics.
• Must pass SMT Assessment.
• Must pass the written assessment of Electric Tech 1.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, replace, disassemble, repair, perform scheduled preventive and predictive maintenance across equipment in multiple areas.
• Assist with modifications or upgrades in process controls and line equipment.
• Oversee conveyors, cranes, fillers, wrappers, and related machinery for maintenance.
• Diagnose motor and PLC-related electrical/malfunctions and support changeovers.
• Coordinate with other departments to improve procedures and resolve problems.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Electrical maintenance

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma

GED

Journeyman license

2-year degree

Job description

Job Description

Company: Wells Enterprises (a Ferrero Company)

Functional Area: Maintenance

The Role

Under supervision, the Maintenance Technician will perform preventive maintenance, inspection and repair of equipment and machinery. This is a position that requires the ability to constantly learn new skills for maintaining and repairing equipment in an ever-changing field of expertise. Must possess ability to apply pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical principles to all equipment. Employee must be able to read blueprints and schematics. All work is performed in a fast-paced, highly demanding environment. Employee must be able to work and function safely at heights in excess of 60 feet and in temperatures ranging from 95 degrees to -20 degrees Fahrenheit.

What You’ll Do

• Greers - Troubleshoot, replace, disassemble, repair, perform scheduled preventive and predictive Maintenance, unplanned repairs, and overhaul all equipment associated with all 4 Greers. This will include in-feed conveyors, racks and trays, ram assemblies, micro switches, and a variety of conveyors. Must assist Process Controls with any modifications or upgrades. Will also be responsible for out-feed conveyors leading into the line room palletizing area.
• Cranes - Troubleshoot, replace, disassemble, repair, perform scheduled preventive and predictive Maintenance, unplanned repairs, and overhaul all equipment associated with the K and L cranes. This will include cable replacement, shoe replacement, table rebuilds, wheels replacements, and rail inspections.
• Bulk 7, Cone 9, Hoyer and all other Fillers - Troubleshoot, replace, disassemble, repair, perform scheduled preventive and predictive maintenance, unplanned repairs, and overhaul all equipment associated with the various fillers we use in the production areas. This will include diagnosing mechanical and electrical malfunctions of motors and controls circuits up to PLCs. Timing of various machine functions and assisting with operational adjustments and change overs. Other support equipment including stuffing pumps, agitators, fruit feeders and other ancillary equipment.
• Wrappers and Cartoners - Troubleshoot, replace, disassemble, repair, perform scheduled preventive and predictive maintenance, unplanned repairs and overhaul all equipment associated with the Various product wrappers and Cartoners. This will include all Bulk 7, Cone 9, Hoyer, Gram, Scrounds, NDS, PMI, and palletizing wrappers. This will include diagnosing mechanical and electrical malfunctions of motors and controls circuits up to PLCs. Timing of various machine functions and assisting with operational adjustments and change overs. Other support equipment includes tape machines, Ink jet coders, metal detectors, and various conveyance systems.
• Mix room operations - Troubleshoot, replace, disassemble, repair, perform scheduled preventive and predictive maintenance, unplanned repairs and overhaul all equipment associated with HTST-1,2&3 as well as the Homogenizers associated with each.
• CIP Systems - Troubleshoot, replace, disassemble, repair, perform scheduled preventive and predictive maintenance, unplanned repairs and overhaul all equipment associated with CIP1-6. This will include diagnosing mechanical and electrical malfunctions of motors and controls circuits up to PLCs.
• Coordinates with other department personnel, activities to improve procedures and resolve problems. Assist scheduler with maintenance plans to meet operational commitments. Review maintenance data collection summaries to determine trends and production effectiveness. Active participant in learning continuous improvement basics and recommend improvements as identified.
• With assistance as needed is responsible for replacement and set-up of Frequency Drives on all conveyors, pumps, and motor-driven equipment. This will include trouble shooting and repair of Frequency Drives DC drives, single and 3-phase motors.
• Perform Daily Cycle Counts as assigned.
• Other duties may be assigned by your supervisor, as dictated by business necessity.

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring

• Must be 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED, journeyman's license or 2-year degree preferred.
• Previous mechanical experience is essential.
• Previous electrical and maintenance experience is preferred.
• Emerging understanding of concepts and applications of mechanics.
• Must pass SMT Assessment.
• Must pass the written assessment of Electric Tech 1.
• Quality-minded, conscientious and self-motivated.
• Effective communication skills.

The base pay range for this position is $33.12 per hour, plus night shift premium of $1.25. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This pay range represents the anticipated salary for this position at this time.

Wells Enterprises is an EEO/AA employer M/F/Vet/Dis

About Us

Wells Enterprises, a Ferrero company, is one of the largest ice cream manufacturers in the United States and the maker of well-loved brands including Blue Bunny, Halo Top, Bomb Pop, and Blue Ribbon Classics and today Trolli, Butterfinger 100grand, Baby Ruth, Nutella and Kinder Bueno.

Wells Enterprises is a 2 billion company employing 4,000 employees, across 4 production plants and 2 main hub locations, Chicago and Le Mars. Guided by innovation, quality, and a people-first mindset, Wells is committed to delighting consumers and developing exceptional teams.

As part of the Ferrero Group, Wells combines its strong U.S. heritage with Ferrero’s global standards of excellence, offering a unique opportunity to grow within a dynamic, values-driven, and international environment.

At Wells, our people—and their experience—sit at the heart of our ambition. Learn more at www.wellsenterprisesinc.com.

What We Offer

At Wells, we’re proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual incentive bonus based on Company performance. Learn more about our benefits here.