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Newly Weds Foods

Maintenance Mechanic 1st Shift

Newly Weds Foods, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Overview

Maintenance Mechanic 1st Shift at Newly Weds Foods. The Maintenance Mechanic will perform preventative maintenance and emergency repairs to all production machinery, striving to improve equipment reliability and glove quality, as part of the maintenance team. Responsibilities

Work on vertical baggers (Hayssen & Matrix), Tanney & Langdon cartoners, ink jet printers, and packaging equipment. Knowledge of bulk flour systems (transfer blowers, air-locks, divertor valves, sifters, etc.). Knowledge of industrial ovens, proofers, conveyors, dryers, etc. Fill out daily log reports, emergency breakdown reports, work orders, and communicate with incoming shifts. Perform preventative maintenance on equipment as scheduled. Work on low voltage and 120-480 VAC equipment, starters, motors, VFDs, sensors, controllers, photo-eyes, etc. Install, debug and stabilize plant equipment as required. Read schematics and blueprints to diagnose and troubleshoot electrical issues for proper repair. Perform repairs and upgrades of machinery to ensure proper operation. Support installations, analysis and acceptance of new electro-mechanical equipment. Repair and calibrate hydraulic and pneumatic assemblies, metal detectors, and scales. Test the performance of electro-mechanical assemblies using test instruments. Fabricate guards using measuring devices, cutting tools and welders (stick & TIG). Read and interpret HMI panels to troubleshoot production line faults. Install electronic parts and hardware using soldering equipment and hand tools. Operate, test, and maintain robotic equipment. Assist in production/maintenance related assignments as needed. Communicate issues and problem solve with Production staff regarding quality and safety concerns. Perform electrical and distribution lockout/tagout according to safety protocol. Ensure all electro-mechanical safety requirements are met. Participate in overtime assignments as required. Provide on-call coverage as needed. Perform other duties assigned. Job Requirements

Associates Degree in Maintenance Technology or equivalent education, experience and training. 1-5 years manufacturing experience preferred. Strong knowledge of maintenance terminology, best practices, and safety (OSHA, GMP). Proven ability to work in a team environment. Working knowledge of GMP, OSHA and production needs. Salary Range

$28.93/hr - $36.16/hr Newly Weds Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans. Newly Weds Foods will only employ those legally authorized to work in the United States without assistance. Any offer of employment is conditional upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen. Seniority level

Entry level Employment type

Full-time Job function

Management and Manufacturing Industries

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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