Maintenance Mechanic - 1st Shift

Woodland Foods•Waukegan, IL

1d•$29 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Mechanic is primarily responsible for working with the Maintenance Department on building/grounds maintenance and installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting plant equipment while reducing daily downtime.

Requirements

5 + years of previous Industrial Maintenance Experience, specifically with Metal detectors, Baggers, Sealers, and Scales
Strong knowledge of plant maintenance operations (including production equipment), material handling equipment, electrical PLCs, AC/DC motors and controls, mechanical power transmissions, gear drives, and speed ratios
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret written instructions
Thorough working knowledge of all tools, procedures, and methods utilized in an industrial maintenance environment
Thorough working knowledge of all electrical, mechanical systems, and electronic applications in an industrial environment
Experience with metalworking and fabrication equipment
Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems
Food Production, Manufacturing, and Warehouse experience required
Must be flexible with hours, possibility for OT
Frequently required to lift and push up to 55lbs
Possession of a current and valid driver’s license
Ability to prioritize and learn quickly
Good verbal and written communication skills
Ability to multi-task
Strong attention to detail
Strong organizational skills.
Analytical and mechanically inclined
Ability to use percentages and add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Computer literacy
High School Degree Required

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree preferred
PLC programming certification preferred
Electrical/Mechanical certification preferred
Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, install, repair, inspect, and maintain mechanical systems related to industrial machinery and building facilities equipment such as Metal detectors, Conveyor Belts, Baggers, Pumps, Mixers, Sealers, and Scales
Assist employees with diagnosing malfunctions in machinery, equipment, or work processes
Interpret instructions, specifications, and blueprints for equipment installation, operation, and repairs
Recommend measures to improve operations and condition of equipment
Ensure work is completed efficiently and timely
Make sure the correct materials, equipment, and supplies are used and ordered promptly
Ensure all safety, housekeeping, and environmental rules and guidelines are followed
Ensure all pertinent data related to maintenance activities are correct and documented according to company and regulatory regulations
Provide training to employees on quality standards and safe performance of equipment and tools
Perform root cause analysis and final fixes on industrial machinery and building facilities.
Adhere to all current SOPs, procedures, and quality requirements
Perform electrical work, welding, and other job-related duties and responsibilities as assigned
Troubleshoot/maintain/install electrical controls for industrial machinery and building facilities equipment. Not limited to PLCs (reading/analyzing logic, not writing code), discrete I/O, analog signals; VFDs, soft starters, motor control circuits, industrial machinery electrical control cabinets; HMI’s; ethernet communications and switches; solenoids; push buttons; various sensors 3 phase and single-phase electrical distribution systems: Feeder/sub panels; branch circuitry; building electrical.
Troubleshoot/maintain/install mechanical systems related to industrial machinery and building facilities equipment. Not limited to gear reducers, conveyor belts, rollers, bearings, pumps, and mixers. Fluid Power Pressurized hydraulic/pneumatic systems and circuitry: motors; pumps; directional control valves; flow/pressure control devices; piping systems and hoses.

Benefits

medical
prescription drug plans
dental
life insurance
short-term and long-term disability
vision insurance
flexible spending account
health savings account
tuition reimbursement
employee assistance program
voluntary benefits (hospital, critical illness, personal accident, legal & identify theft)
401k with company match
paid family leave
paid holidays
paid time off