Maintenance Technician

Oil-Dri Corporation of America; Mounds (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure the smooth operation of their manufacturing facilities. This role involves routine repairs and maintenance of plant machinery, utilizing your skills in electrical tasks, welding, and basic machining. You'll be part of a dedicated team that values safety and efficiency, contributing to a workplace recognized for its commitment to quality and employee satisfaction. If you're passionate about hands-on work and thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

401(k) with 6% match

Annual Incentive Bonus

Annual Merit increase opportunity

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Fitness & Gym Reimbursement

Employer Contribution - Health, Dental, Vision

Qualifications

• 2+ years of electrical/mechanical experience preferred.
• Must effectively use CMMS and read SOPs.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment and perform welding.

Responsibilities

• Installs, maintains, and repairs plant machinery and equipment.
• Diagnoses failures in machinery and makes necessary repairs.
• Performs preventative maintenance and documents procedures.

Skills

Electrical tasks

Welding

Basic machining tasks

Pneumatics and hydraulics knowledge

Forklift operation

Load-All operation

Communication skills

Detail-oriented work

Math skills for machinery installation

Independence with limited supervision

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Technical degree in related field

Tools

CMMS

Hand tools

Power tools

Welding equipment

Measuring and testing instruments

Job description

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Base pay range

$28.71/hr - $28.71/hr

Oil-Dri Corporation of America is a leading manufacturer and supplier of specialty sorbent products for consumer and business-to-business markets that has been voted as a Top 100 workplaces in the Chicago Tribune. Oil-Dri’s products are sold in the pet care, animal health, fluids purification, agricultural, sports field, industrial and automotive markets. Oil-Dri controls millions of tons of specialty mineral reserves, including calcium bentonite, attapulgite, and diatomaceous shale. The company’s mines and manufacturing facilities are located in Georgia, Mississippi, Illinois, and California. Oil-Dri is a family-controlled and operated organization that emphasizes honesty, integrity, and accountability. The company is dedicated to fulfilling its mission to Create Value From Sorbent Minerals .

Job Overview

Maintenance Technician is responsible for routine repairs of packaging, processing, mobile equipment, and physical structures.

Responsibilities

• Installs, maintains , and repairs plant machinery, equipment, and physical structures.
• Diagnoses failures in machinery or equipment and makes necessary repairs .
• Visually inspects and tests machinery and equipment using electrical and electronic test equipment .
• Performs and documents preventative maintenance.
• Follows specifications, blueprints, manuals, and schematic drawings and lockout/tag out procedures to make repairs .
• Performs repairs by skillfully using hand tools , power tools, hoist, crane, and measuring and testing instruments .
• Performs plumbing and pipe fitting and related work in installing, repairing, or routing water, sewage, air, and gas pipes.
• Documents repair procedures and parts used from inventory and maintain accurate inventory of tools and equipment.
• Performs welding, acetylene brazing, cutting torch, routine layout and other duties as needed .
• Keeps areas clean and free of clutter.
• Observes all safety rules and regulations . Inspects safety of shop area, tools, and plant area .
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

Education:

• HS Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum two (2) years technical degree in a related field or electrical/mechanical experience preferred .
• Must effectively use CMMS.
  
  

Skills & Abilities

• Participates in Process improvement activities.
• Operate Load-All
• Operate Forklift
• Operate packaging equipment to enhance understanding and ability to support operation.
• Interacts with CMMC and CMS through computer terminal
• Must meet the assessment requirements for this position.
• Must be able to read, comprehend , and act on SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures, AIQ processes, and similar documents.
• Must have a working knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics.
• Must be able to work independently with limited supervision.
• Must be able to perform basic machining tasks such as boring sprockets using a milling machine .
• Must have basic programmable logic controller’s skills.
• Must be able to read and understand shop manuals, parts, diagrams, schematic drawings, and blueprints.
• Must have knowledge and ability to read and understand electrical schematics, blueprints, ladder logic, etc.
• Must demonstrate the ability to perform the following maintenance skills:
• Electrical tasks such as changing motors
• Sufficient math skills to calculate installation and adjustment of machinery
• Ability to operate heavy equipment
• Must be a qualified welder
• Demonstrated ability to perform detail-oriented work.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
  
  

Compensation

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly rate: $28.71
  
  

Benefits

• 401(k) with 6% match (Fully Vested at 2 Years)
• Annual Incentive Bonus
• Annual Merit increase opportunity
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Fitness & Gym Reimbursement
• Employer Contribution - Health, Dental, Vision
  
  

Oil-Dri is committed to providing equal opportunity for all teammates and qualified candidates without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, mental or physical disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Accordingly, all employment decisions and personnel actions or programs such as hiring, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, transfers, reductions in workforce, and training, etc. will be consistent with the principle of equal employment opportunity.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Mining

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