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You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailReporting to the Facilities Manager Chicago Processed Fruit Groups Maintenance Mechanic helps support the maintenance of company facilities with adherence to food quality and safety policies with a focus on safe and efficient upkeep and operation of fluid processing equipment including motors conveyor systems and automation software. This is a full-time at- will non-exempt hourly position.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in keeping company facilities in good operating condition through preventive maintenance machine tests troubleshooting and diagnosis and installation of new equipment
Resolve mechanical or structural issues by performing routine or emergency repairs as needed
Conduct routine inspections of premises and equipment
Complete assigned maintenance tasks and work orders
Comply with record keeping responsibilities in connection with preventive maintenance assigned work orders or other work performed
Respond to questions and requests from production warehouse or office personnel
Oversee contractors when outside support for maintenance or repairs are necessary
Maintain a safe and clean work area including parts tools and supplies by complying with procedures and requirements
Qualifications and Core Competencies:
Ability to operate in an ever-changing environment with priorities shifting regularly
Capacity and willingness to provide support to a variety of manufacturing activities from the simple to extremely complex
Experience in auto repair/diagnostics with the ability to migrate those skills to forklift repair
Broad experience with building and equipment maintenance including electrical systems
Mechanically inclined with ability to take apart machines equipment or devices to remove and replace defective parts read and understand blueprints repair manuals or parts catalogs as necessary
Ability to use power tools and hand tools such as hammers hoists saws drills wrenches precision measuring instruments and electronic testing devices
Well organized with time and task management skills problem-solving ability and attention to detail
Professional demeanor positive attitude and strong communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Basic computer skills with ability to learn new business software
Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and regulations
Experience in sanitary welding (TIG MIG and Orbital) preferred but not required
PLC programming/troubleshooting a plus
High school diploma or equivalent
Travel/work between three facilities (2 Niles 1 - Northlake) as needed
Physical Requirements:
Able to stand and walk throughout the day including in uncomfortably warm or cold environments
Physical dexterity including use of arms legs and body to climb lift squat push pull bend and twist as needed to reach clean and service machinery
Able to visually inspect machines equipment and tools
Able to safely lift and move up to 75 pounds
Able to work in high areas
Repetitive movement using keyboard
Responsibilities are not limited to those above and will include tasks and functions not described. This document is not intended and shall not be construed as creating an employment contract and the Company may revise job descriptions or titles at any time.
Benefits Offered:
Medical
Dental
Vision
401k Retirement Plan
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Accident/Critical Illness Insurance
Generous PTO Accrual
Paid Holidays
Full-Time