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Tootsie Roll

Maintenance Mechanic

Tootsie Roll, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Overview

Tootsie Roll Industries is hiring for the

Maintenance Mechanic

role. This role reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and will be primarily responsible for troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining the production machines and plant facilities. This role is also tasked with performing preventative maintenance on production and plant equipment. Base pay range

$40.98/hr - $40.98/hr Company overview

Tootsie Roll Industries, Inc. is America's favorite candy company, manufacturing and selling some of the world's most popular confectionary brands. Beginning in a modest New York candy store with the Tootsie Roll's introduction in 1896, the Chicago-based company has grown to become one of the country's largest candy companies, with operations throughout North America and with distribution channels in more than 75 countries. Responsibilities

Ensure safety by following company safety rules, including Lock-out Tag-out, GMPs and SQF. Perform maintenance and troubleshoot equipment mechanical and/or electrical systems and facility support equipment. Inspect, operate and test machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions. Make timely repairs to ensure equipment reliability. Complete work assigned within time allotted. Support the Preventative Maintenance program. Clear oral & written communication skills in English required. Qualifications

High School Diploma, GED Minimum 3 years of experience in troubleshooting, repair and maintaining plant production machinery Able to work overtime and irregular hours when necessary Able to work professionally and effectively with co-workers to meet common goals Ability to work with minimal supervision Strong mechanical and/or electrical skills required Ability to lift 40 lbs Ability to obtain and maintain forklift certification Ability to operate scissor lift Welding skills desired Fabrication skills desired Machining skills desired Electrical control skills desired Benefits

Competitive wages Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage Paid Vacation Up to 40 hrs per year of Chicago Paid Sick Time Union Pension 401K Participation Job Type

Full-time Location

Work Location: In person Application Question(s)

What shift are you available to work? Seniority level:

Mid-Senior level Employment type:

Full-time Job function:

Manufacturing and Production Industries:

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