Maintenance Mechanic II - Weekend Day shift (6:00am-6:30pm)

Now Foods•Bloomingdale, IL

About The Position

Repairs and maintains machinery and electromechanical equipment used in packaging, processing, distribution, and plant infrastructure. The role also trains and mentors less-skilled maintenance mechanics and supports safe, reliable production in a manufacturing environment. The mechanic installs, operates, maintains, repairs, lubricates, and troubleshoots complex processing and high-speed packaging machinery and related facility equipment. The position performs predictive and preventive maintenance, works with AC and DC electrical equipment, fabricates components using standard shop equipment, and operates production equipment to troubleshoot and validate completed maintenance. It also assists Engineering with new equipment installation, works from drawings and instructions, collaborates with technical support and operations, helps maintain spare-parts inventory and orderly work areas, and contributes to root-cause analysis and continuous improvement. The role may also perform building maintenance and work at other facilities. The position requires adherence to safety and cGMP requirements, including lockout/tagout procedures, use of required personal protective equipment, prompt reporting of incidents and hazards, and active participation in safety activities. Work takes place throughout NOW’s manufacturing facilities, with exposure to moving machinery, ingredients and allergens, dust, noise, and other manufacturing conditions. The role requires physical activity including lifting and carrying up to 60 pounds, climbing, reaching, and working in varied positions. This is a full-time weekend day-shift position, with the stated shift running from 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. The posted salary range is $60,100–$92,900.

Requirements

Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school plus at least two years of related experience, or at least five years of related experience.
Comprehensive knowledge of machine troubleshooting, electrical and mechanical systems, fabrication, pneumatics, hydraulics, OSHA standards, cGMPs, and lockout/tagout.
Ability to repair packaging and processing production equipment, with demonstrated working knowledge expected within one year of employment.
Knowledge of machine capabilities and manufacturing processes, and ability to troubleshoot equipment.
Ability to train and mentor other employees, including less-skilled maintenance mechanics.
Ability to meet quality, safety, and efficiency goals consistently.
Strong problem-solving, organizational, planning, teamwork, communication, interpersonal, listening, and attention-to-detail skills.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, make sound decisions, complete work on time with minimal supervision, and adapt to changing tasks and work centers.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; write routine reports and correspondence; and communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisors.
Ability to use mathematical concepts including fractions, percentages, ratios, arithmetic, decimals, and measurements.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to read and understand electrical and mechanical blueprints, use simple shop math, and know applicable company, local, state, and federal electrical codes.
Ability to quickly understand the theory of operation of processing and high-speed packaging equipment.
Familiarity with PLC, solid-state, and servo controls.
Working knowledge of electrical test equipment such as a digital multimeter, amp probe, and megger.
Ability to work other shifts and weekends and travel to other facilities.
Ability to perform the physical demands of the job, including standing, walking, reaching, climbing stairs and ladders, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting or moving items up to 60 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Food or pharmaceutical industry experience.

Responsibilities

Install, operate, maintain, repair, lubricate, and troubleshoot processing and high-speed packaging machinery and related facility equipment.
Perform predictive and preventive maintenance activities outlined in the CMMS system.
Install, maintain, and troubleshoot AC and DC electrical equipment.
Fabricate components using shop equipment, including a lathe, mill, drill press, brake, shear, band saw, and welding equipment.
Operate production equipment to troubleshoot issues and validate completed maintenance work.
Assist Engineering with installation of new equipment.
Work from drawings, verbal instructions, and sketches.
Collaborate with technical support, operations, and peer mechanics to resolve machine and personnel issues.
Help maintain spare-parts inventory by checking out parts, following ordering procedures, and restocking inventory.
Keep shop areas and the parts room clean and orderly.
Participate in root-cause analysis and plant continuous-improvement initiatives; recommend and implement improvement ideas.
Occasionally perform work in other areas, such as building maintenance.
Train and mentor less-skilled maintenance mechanics and other employees.
Follow safety and cGMP requirements, including lockout/tagout procedures and the proper use of personal protective equipment.
Support the safety program, report incidents and hazards, communicate safety concerns, and participate in safety activities.
Work other shifts and weekends as needed and travel to other facilities.