Maintenance Mechanic

Our client, a nationwide supplier of fine foods, has an immediate need for an experienced Maintenance Mechanic, to join their winning team in Brook Park.

Our candidate of choice will be responsible for the repair and upkeep of all company assets and building to promote safe work practices, food safety, quality and legality to the fullest extent possible.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Install and troubleshoot industrial machine control systems including 3-wire and PLC controls.
• Install, repair, and diagnose both AC & DC motors, single and three-phase power systems up to 480 volts.
• Install, repair, and diagnose mechanical power transmission drives and related systems.  (gearboxes, chains, sprockets, belts, and pulleys) as well as pneumatic equipment (compressors, blowers, solenoids, valves, cylinders, flow controls, etc.)
• Install and repair general facility plumbing and perform carpentry work as required.
• Support the PM system and apply industrial lubricants.
• Properly handle and apply basic hand and power tools and test equipment.
• Support the plant’s production equipment and set-up.
• Execute breader mills, scalper, and sifter set-up, change-over, and disassembly requirements.
• Responsible for the hook-up and unloading of bulk rail materials, and the proper hook-up of bulk-material trucks.
• Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the robotic, conveyor, and bagging systems.
• Responsible for the handling of waste oil in compliance with EPA rules.
• Responsible for the daily inspection of forklift equipment.
• Responsible for knowing and following company rules and procedures.
• Must be able to operate a forklift and lift 75 pounds.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• Medical and dental benefits
• 401k with company match
• Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent technical training.
• Experience in a mechanical industrial environment, preferably with a consumer-packaged goods company
• Applicable mechanical aptitude, process and equipment knowledge, and basic math skills
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to work effectively with others and in a self-directed manner.

Please apply today to be immediately considered for the role!

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