Maintenance Mechanic - Overnight Shift - Bellwood, IL

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network•Bellwood, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Mechanic conducts repairs to the physical plant and plant equipment, performs preventive maintenance and project work, and ensures continuous operation of mechanical and electrical systems on mobile and fixed manufacturing equipment. This is an onsite overnight-shift position in Bellwood, Illinois, with 12-hour shifts from 5:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. The role requires overtime and may involve varying start and end times and weekend work based on business needs. The mechanic maintains and repairs production and material-handling equipment, including high-speed horizontal and vertical carton machines, bag machines, moguls, pumps, conveyors, printers, and tapers. Work includes diagnosing mechanical and electrical problems, installing machinery and utilities, repairing or replacing electrical components, rebuilding machinery, fabricating and repairing parts, and completing preventive maintenance under the established program. The employee is expected to follow company policies and procedures, GMP and safety standards, and applicable AIB, SQF, and other standards. The role also supports Ferrara Candy Company business objectives through other assigned duties and requires adherence to the company’s core values and operating principles.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience maintaining and repairing related manufacturing and material-handling equipment.
High school diploma or GED, or one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience working on electrical and mechanical systems.
Experience performing reactive and preventive maintenance.
Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities, and working knowledge of machinery repair practices, shop practices, hand and power tools, and electrical testing instruments.
Knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
Basic mathematical skills.
Ability to pass certification tests for pallet jack and forklift operation.
Ability to walk or stand for prolonged periods, bend, stoop, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing and understand detailed written and/or oral instructions.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to problem-solve by adjusting variables in standardized situations.
Ability to work overtime, varying start and end times, weekends as business needs require, and 12-hour overnight shifts.

Nice To Haves

Food manufacturing experience is strongly preferred.
Experience working on electrical and mechanical systems in a food manufacturing setting is ideal.

Responsibilities

Complete preventive maintenance on motors, pneumatic components, conveyor systems, and production machines, following diagrams, manuals, manufacturer instructions, and engineering specifications.
Troubleshoot malfunctions by observing equipment in operation, listening for problems, and using precision measuring and testing instruments.
Install new machinery and equipment, including installing utilities between machines and equipment with hand tools, power tools, and test equipment.
Diagnose and repair electrical systems and equipment, including transformers, motors, lighting fixtures, wiring, and malfunctioning machinery.
Test, install, repair, and replace electrical components such as relays, switches, motors, printed circuit boards, and position-sensing devices.
Troubleshoot and maintain manufacturing equipment, including carton machines, bag machines, moguls, pumps, conveyors, printers, and tapers.
Rebuild machinery as wear and tear occurs.
Perform routine preventive maintenance in accordance with the established PM program.
Fabricate and repair parts using machine-shop instrumentation and equipment.
Follow company policies and procedures, GMP and safety standards, and relevant AIB, SQF, and other standards.
Demonstrate the company’s core values and operating principles and perform other duties assigned to support Ferrara Candy Company business objectives.