Maintenance Technician 1

Louis Dreyfus Company • Cahokia, IL

21h • Onsite

About The Position

Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods, with activities spanning the entire value chain from farm to fork. The company leverages its global reach and extensive asset network to serve customers and consumers worldwide. Structured as a matrix organization of six geographical regions and ten platforms, Louis Dreyfus Company is active in over 100 countries and employs approximately 18,000 people globally. The Maintenance Technician 1 performs all scheduled P. M. Inspections, follows generally accepted lubrication schedules, adheres to LOTO, Confined Space entry, and Hot Work procedures per LDC policy. This role is responsible for ensuring the shop area is clean and organized, with tools and stock in their proper places daily. The technician must ensure jobs are completed by picking up and discarding old parts, putting tools away, replacing machine/equipment guards, and returning equipment to service. The position also involves assisting in any and all activities as directed by the Superintendent and strictly following all LDC Safety Rules and Policies, including wearing all required PPE.

Requirements

• Knowledgeable and experienced in the use of hand tools, power tools, chain falls, com-a-longs, grinders, drill presses, table saws, etc…
• Must have ability to work from ladders and scaffolds at heights above 6’
• Be able to lift and carry a minimum of 75 lbs.
• Must be able to work in dusty conditions
• Must be able to work frequently in inclement weather
• Must be aware and attentive to surroundings which may include automatic starting conveyors belts and other moving machinery
• Must be able to climb, bend, kneel, squat, and crawl occasionally and stand and walk frequently
• Knowledge of conveyor belts, legs, pneumatic/hydraulic systems pumps, winches, dust systems
• Ability to perform all duties of position while maintaining compliance with regulatory safety requirements, e.g., OSHA (including PSM), EPA, USDA
• Ability to provide instruction with respect to machine operation/repair
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders as well as work at heights; manage confined space entry, withstand extended periods of walking and standing; move manufacturing materials, products and equipment of 75 pounds or more which requires regular bending and lifting
• Mechanical aptitude
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Basic math and fundamental PC skills
• Must be well organized, self-motivated, action oriented and able to work effectively in a team environment

Responsibilities

• Perform all scheduled P. M. Inspections recommended by Superintendent
• Follow generally accepted lubrication schedules as recommended by Superintendent
• Follow all LOTO, Confined Space entry and Hot Work procedures per LDC policy
• Make sure shop area is clean and organized.
• Tools are to be in their proper places and stock stored in designated areas daily
• No job is finished until old parts are picked up and discarded, tools picked up, machine/equipment guards are put back in place and equipment put back into service
• Assist in any and all activities as directed by Superintendent
• Must wear all required PPE for any and all jobs being performed
• Must follow all LDC Safety Rules and Policies

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and vision care coverage, flexible spending account plans, employee assistance program, life insurance and disability coverage
• 401k with Company Match
• Family Friendly Benefits including childbirth and parental leave, fertility and family building benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Flexible work available (not applicable to all roles)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees