Maintenance Technician

Rich Products Corporation; Chicago Heights (IL); On-site; USD 41,328 - 44,083; Full time

Job summary

Rich Products Corporation (Rich’s) is seeking a Line Maintenance Technician to perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic repairs and preventive maintenance on plant equipment and facility structures. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, wiring, and ensuring safe, ready-to-produce operations.

The role requires strong reading of schematics, PLC/VFD familiarity, and a commitment to safety and quality in a USDA/FDA environment. Competitive hourly pay and shifts available.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic experience in a food (USDA or FDA) manufacturing environment.
• Able to read and interpret Electrical Control schematics for troubleshooting.
• Proper and safe use of hand and power tools, and working on machinery.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic repairs and preventive maintenance on plant equipment.
• Ensure safe and dependable operating condition of all equipment in the facility.
• Set-up, troubleshoot and repair of packaging and conveyor equipment.

Skills

Equipment maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Schematic reading

VFDs & PLCs

Safety compliance

Tools

PLC programming

Variable frequency drives

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. With more than 13,500 associates working globally in 100 countries and annual sales of $5.9 billion, Rich’s is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich’s®—Infinite Possibilities. One Family. This position is with Great Kitchens, Inc., part of the Rich Products family of companies.

Purpose Statement

The Line Maintenance Technician's responsiblity is to perform basic mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic and electronic repair and preventive maintenance on all plant equipment, and structure of the facility.

Key Accountabilities And Outcomes

• Perform all work as assigned while adhering to established standards associated with workmanship and safety.
• Responsible for the safe and dependable operating condition of all equipment in the facility.
• Set-up, troubleshoot and repair of stacking, bagging, check-weighing, UPC bar coding, case erectors and conveyor equipment.
• Dismantling and re-assembly of equipment to perform repairs, cleaning and lubrication according to established maintenance schedules.
• Testing, troubleshooting and repair of 110/230/460 volt electrical equipment including motors, starters, relays, timers, panels, breakers, conduit and wiring.
• Able to read and interpret Electrical Control schematics for trouble shooting purposes.
• Minor programming and troubleshooting of VFD’s and PLC’s.
• Understands and adheres to established safety programs (ex/ lock out/tag out, ladder safety, etc.)
• Communicates effectively at all levels in the maintenance and operating departments.
• Provides rapid response when equipment malfunctions or breaks down.
• Ensures that all the equipment is ready prior to production.
• Ensures the building is maintained in compliance to city and fire regulations.
• Assists in coaching and training of maintenance and operating personnel.
• Fabricates parts and modifies equipment as required.
• Responsible for upholding, following and maintaining the requirements of the SQF Food Safety Code for Manufacturing.
• Other duties as may be assigned or volunteered for.

Knowledge, Skills, And Experience

• Possess good language skills (verbal & written) to interpret procedures, comprehend instructions, and to communicate effectively with others.
• Be self-motivated, a self-starter and self-directed to work without close supervision in a team environment.
• Hard working, dependable, safety and quality conscious.
• Minimum 5 years of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic experience in a food (USDA or FDA) manufacturing environment.
• Available to work any shift, as required
• Proper and safe use of hand and power tools, and working on machinery.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lift up to 50lbs.
• Work standing or walking for long periods of time.
• Work bending and squatting.
• Work making fast and repetitive hand motions.
• Work in cold refrigerated and frozen conditions.
• Be able to push/pull heavy loads using hand jack.
• Work at 25 to 30 foot elevations using a man-lift
• Work on roof level equipment

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

$30.00 - $32.00

Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Rich’s"), are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity, standing up for fairness and maintaining a culture of belonging, to provide an exceptional experience for all.

We will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, military or veteran status, or any other Federal or State legally protected classes.

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 Associate Experience Network at [e-mail] if you need assistance completing this application or otherwise participate in the application process.