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Vienna Beef

Maintenance Mechanic

Vienna Beef, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Applying for the

Maintenance Mechanic

role at

Vienna Beef .

Location: Chicago, IL

Responsibilities: With moderate supervision provide maintenance support to ensure safe and effective operation of equipment and team. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Must have knowledge and ability to perform necessary troubleshooting & repairs to plant & house equipment.

Currently seeking individuals with knowledge on Linkers, stuffers, choppers, mixers, conveyors, smokehouses, packaging machines, dock levelers & thermal forming packaging machines.

Knowledge of electrical, PLC, basic hydraulics, pneumatics, plumbing, welding on stainless & sanitary pipe.

Currently seeking individuals with knowledge on Linkers, stuffers, choppers, grinders or thermal forming packaging machines.

Troubleshooting mechanical and electrical failures to resolve issues with various facility equipment.

Take part in helping educate, develop, and motivate current & new maintenance employees.

Monitor & maintain plant utilities, low‑pressure steam boilers, wastewater & fire suppression system.

Work with and assist outside contractors performing repairs or scheduled PM.

Perform preventative & corrective maintenance as indicated by maintenance supervisor using CMMS software Mpulse.

Ability to perform weekend maintenance activities as needed.

Support the production operation by providing immediate response to all breakdowns to minimize equipment downtime.

Commit to following safety policies and practices while upholding company policies and ethical standards.

Other duties as assigned by supervisor and Maintenance Manager.

Job Requirements

Industrial Maintenance Degree preferred; High School Diploma with sufficient experience will be considered.

At least 5 years of maintenance background.

Knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems; Mpulse is a plus.

Strong mechanical/electrical experience with packaging & production equipment. Must be familiar with welding. Must understand safe and proper usage of tools & shop equipment.

Should have knowledge and experience of PM program using CMMS software to open & close work orders.

Walking, some sitting, climbing, lifting for a minimum of 8 hours per day.

Both strong verbal and written communication skills; bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus.

Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.

Experience with refrigeration and HVAC systems is a plus.

Mechanics must have their own toolbox & basic hand tools. Must be willing to work Saturdays and on rare occasions Sundays.

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Management and Manufacturing

Industries Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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