Maintenance Mechanic - 1st Shift

Rich Products Corporation•Crest Hill, IL

22h•$32 - $40

About The Position

The Maintenance Mechanic controls the efficient operation of plant equipment by performing mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and electronic repair and preventive maintenance. The role troubleshoots production equipment and supports operations with equipment adjustments, basic troubleshooting, and maintenance training. It also requires maintaining a safe, orderly work area in accordance with GMP and safety guidelines, using Rich’s SCADA system, and completing required paperwork.

Requirements

3–5 years of experience in food processing, including standard troubleshooting and repair of production equipment with sophisticated control systems.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to train other associates in maintenance operations.
Desire and ability to work as a member of a self-directed work team.
Proficiency with Rich’s SCADA system.
General mechanical knowledge and knowledge of electrical and logic principles.
Basic plumbing, metalworking, and general facilities/building maintenance knowledge.
Awareness of and ability to follow associate safety guidelines.
Awareness of and ability to follow GMP and food safety guidelines.
Understanding of proper machine operating and adjusting procedures.
Ability to work in and contribute to Production Improvement, Associate Involvement, and Temporary Teams as assigned.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and diagnose maintenance failures.
Use assembly drawings, P&IDs, and manuals to tune equipment for operation; apply electrical principles and logic systems to solve equipment problems.
Perform basic plumbing, metalworking, and general facilities and building maintenance as needed.
Work with operating devices such as gauges, RTDs, pressure transmitters, I/Ps, and vortex flow meters.
Train new associates and team members in required maintenance skills.
Maintain a safe and orderly work area according to GMP and safety guidelines.
Operate Rich’s SCADA system and complete appropriate paperwork.
Perform other related duties assigned by the Team Leader.
Train operations associates in basic equipment troubleshooting and assist operations with production as needed.
Contribute to Production Improvement, Associate Involvement, and Temporary Teams as assigned.