Maintenance Technician

The Krusteaz Company; Effingham (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

The Krusteaz Company is seeking a Maintenance Technician for its Effingham team to ensure reliable production equipment and perform necessary repairs. Candidates should possess skills in mechanical troubleshooting and demonstrate ability in electrical systems. This full-time role involves shift work with comprehensive benefits, including 401(k) matching and generous PTO.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(K) matching

3 weeks of paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Food manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Mechanical and electrical aptitude must be demonstrated.

Responsibilities

• Support production through equipment maintenance and repairs.
• Interpret blueprints and perform plumbing, pneumatic, and mechanical work.
• Collaborate with production staff for equipment reliability.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical aptitude

PLC knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Relevant trade or technical school training

Food manufacturing experience

Job description

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The Krusteaz Company is looking for a Maintenance Technician to join the Effingham team! The ideal candidate will possess a broad skill set to identify and resolve causes of mechanical downtime and identify opportunities for improvement in the production process. The strongest candidates will possess electrical, mechanical and PLC aptitudes.

Pay & Hours:

Compensation for this role has been determined based on required experience, education, certification, and training. All positions are eligible for additional incentives based on business performance.

• $30.61 per hour
• $1.75 per hour shift differential
• Up to 7% quarterly bonus incentive pay
• 3rd Shift, Sunday – Thursday, 10:00 PM - 6:30 AM
• Possible overtime
  
  

Essential Functions: Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

• Supporting production by bringing equipment to base condition through a variety of Industrial Maintenance functions.
• The technician will also interpret blueprints, fabricate meal, perform plumbing, pneumatic and millwright activities and display an understanding of motors and drives.
• Collaborating with production staff to enhance the reliability of production equipment, and completion of repair tasks in a manner that minimizes reactive downtime.
• Duties will also include problem solving and troubleshooting, operating computerized systems, maintenance software and hand-held devices, attending meetings and completing paperwork.
  
  

Position Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals for qualified disabilities to perform.

Technical Duties:

• Use a PC for communication, parts research, and maintenance system purposes which includes purchasing parts as needed.
• Demonstrate strong mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Follow specific maintenance procedures concerning PM’s, schedules, and documentation requirements.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of the organization and represent The Krusteaz Company to outside contacts in a professional manner.
• Climb ladders and lift/push/pull using proper techniques up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally.
• Work in confined spaces and elevated heights (up to 45 feet) safely.
• Confront issues by focusing on solutions that satisfy both internal and external customers.
• Must pass mechanical and electrical aptitude and knowledge test.
  
  

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Food manufacturing experience is desired and a plus.
• Exposure to PLC, SLC 500/PLC5/RS Logics/Device Net preferred.
• Exposure to AC and DC motors, VFD and VSD drive experience preferred.
• Relevant trade or technical school training preferred.
  
  

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone along with reaching. Specific vision abilities include close vision requirements due to computer work. Moderate noise, ability to work in a confined area, and ability to sit at a computer for an extended period of time are also included.

The policy of The Krusteaz Company is to hire, train, and promote all persons in all job groups in accordance with law, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital or military status, national origin, gender identity, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, genetic information, or any other status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law.

Get to know us:

• A people-focused company that cares: We're a 90-year-old company with the entrepreneurial spirit of a startup and a focused eye on the future. As a midsized, privately held company with a portfolio of beloved food and beverage brands, our people are the most important ingredient in our success.
• A valued and supported workforce: We place tremendous value in our employees and provide competitive pay and comprehensive benefits to ensure our employees can create the best life for themselves. Benefits include a top tier health insurance plan with lower-than-average employee cost share, generous PTO, 401(k) match, and more.
• An engaged and energized culture: At The Krusteaz Company, collaboration and ingenuity drive our fierce commitment to creating extraordinary product experiences that people love.
• A place to grow and make a difference: An entrepreneurial spirit has been at the core of our company since the beginning, attracting self-starters who are curious and love to learn and to share ideas.
  
  

Benefits: We are proud to offer generous benefits including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance (starting at $60-$95/month for employee-only coverage on the PPO Plan or starting at $30-$45/month for employee-only coverage on the HDHP), 401(K) matching, 3 weeks of paid time off, 10 paid holidays, 1 paid personal holiday, company provided life insurance and disability insurance, flexible spending account, healthcare saving account, voluntary accident insurance, voluntary critical illness insurance, and tuition reimbursement.

We hope you'll take the time to get to know us!

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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