R-2238 Maintenance Technician

VantageSpecialtyChemicals; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,348 - 59,236; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision, pension via U

Job summary

Vantage is seeking a skilled maintenance technician in Chicago to provide repair and preventive maintenance across mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems in a chemical manufacturing setting.

The role requires 3–5 years of relevant experience, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to pass required trade tests. Shift is 2pm–10pm with training from 6am–2pm; union pay applies with benefits outlined.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of applicable maintenance experience in a manufacturing plant.
• Ability to pass third party trade tests as required.
• Shift: permanent 2pm-10pm with training 6am-2pm for 6–12 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide repair and maintenance support in mechanical, electrical and instrumentation areas.
• Perform preventive maintenance and respond to emergencies as needed.
• Read manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance.
• Follow all safety procedures and use tools and equipment properly.
• Install and upgrade plant equipment and document work orders.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Instrumentation

Safety procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Man lifts

Scissor lifts

Job description

Vantage provides natural solutions to our customers’ technical performance and marketing needs through a unique combination of chemistry, application expertise and service. Underpinned by our broad portfolio of formulations, ingredients and actives that are built on a backbone of sustainable oils, fats and their derivatives, Vantage targets selected markets and applications including personal care, food, surface treatment, agriculture, pharma, and consumer and industrial performance. Vantage is headquartered in Deerfield, IL., operates in 11 countries worldwide and employs more than 1,000 talented professionals focused on delivering exceptional customer experiences with every interaction.

We are a dynamic people-centered organization where you’ll be part of a collaborative global team. Embracing our cultural diversity, we learn from each other to constantly improve, adapt and iterate. We value the voices and talents of our colleagues, empowering them to drive their unique ideas to completion. We’re convinced that exceptionally motivated employees produce outstanding results, and we celebrate them by fostering a culture of recognition, development, learning, excellence and shared achievement. Most importantly, we know you’re going to like it here. For more information visit: vista...

Job Description

Position Summary

• Provide repair and maintenance support in the mechanical, electrical and instrumentation areas of the facility.
• Perform preventive maintenance service.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides emergency/unscheduled repairs of plant wide equipment during production and performs scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service.
• Performs mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of plant wide equipment.
• Reads and interprets equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
• Comply with OSHA safety and health rules.
• Repair and maintain mechanical electrical and instrumentation equipment in the facility as directed by supervisor.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on various equipment.
• Use hand and power tools as required to perform routine equipment maintenance functions.
• Use powered Man lifts (Eg JLG’s) and Scissor lifts to gain safe access to equipment.
• Transport and lift equipment using forklift trucks and other specialist equipment.
• Certify plant instruments following established ISO guidelines.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical/instrumentation problems, diagnose faults and carry out repairs.
• Follow all safety procedures at all times.
• Install new equipment as required.
• Maintain and upgrade plant facilities as required.
• Desire to train and increase skill levels in other areas from core skill eg. Mechanical, Electrical & Instrumentation.
• Complete record keeping documentation such as work orders, parts withdrawal, safety permits, etc. including entering information into the computer system.
• Responsible for FSSC/GMP food safety related to designated area.
• Report any food safety and quality related issues to management immediately.

Qualifications

Education:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D required

Experience:

• 3-5 years of applicable maintenance experience in a manufacturing process plant environment, preferably Chemical or Petro Chemical.
• Ability to pass third party trade tests as required.
• Shift conditions: permanent shift from 2pm-10pm. Training will occur from 6am-2pm for the first 6-12 months.

Working Conditions

• Vision: Normal
• Hearing: Normal
• Standing: 65%
• Walking: 10%
• General Lifting: 50 lbs. Maximum

Additional Information

Pay

Union Roles: The rate for this position is $39,89/hr. with the ability to increase after proper training.

Benefits:Chicago Union Employees Only.

• Life and AD&D insurance
• Accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• EAP
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, vision, and pension offered through the United Food & Commercial Workers International Union Local 1546.

Vantage is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected category.