Maintenance Mechanic - 1st Shift
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Work Location: Forest Park Position requires the ability to work overtime. As a result, it may require working varying start times, end times, and weekends dependent on business needs. Hours are 4:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Want to make an impact? The Maintenance Mechanic maintains production and facility equipment in a condition to meet the plant production goals and the building requirements. This position works with mechanical devices such as gears, sprockets, chains, sheaves, belts, brakes, clutches, couplings and coupling alignment, bearings, lubrication, hydraulics and pneumatics. The Maintenance Mechanic should also have basic experience working with and troubleshooting electrical components like 240-480v motors, wiring, switches, sensors, AC and DC circuits. Ways you will make a difference Disassembles, inspects, reassembles, troubleshoots, repairs and replaces malfunctioning parts or equipment (motors, switches, sensors, input /output boards, controllers, gears, sprockets chains, knives, etc. using test equipment and meters such as VOM, megger, amp probe and PC Cleans, lubricates and adjusts guides, flap tuckers, sealing jaws, sensors, and timing for process systems of packaging equipment to improve efficiency, quality, or operation Performs routine preventive maintenance procedures as per schedule Installs change parts (pockets, flap tuckers, film folding shoulders etc.) on production machinery to run a different size, shape or product Reads blueprints, diagrams, programs /ladder logic and machinery manuals to diagnose problems, identify parts, and learn proper equipment operation Installs new equipment Actively seeks to find problems in assignment area and correct before the problem becomes critical with high supervision Communicates conditions of equipment by: completing appropriate maintenance records, transferring knowledge of conditions to incoming mechanics at shift change, and informing his supervisor of significant problems Displays cooperation by working closely with production personnel Improves work related skills by actively pursuing outside schooling or plant provided programs Performs other duties as assigned Experiences that will support your success 3 years of prior experience as an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic OR completion of 2 year Technical Degree in maintenance field such as Industrial Maintenance, Mechanical Maintenance or related area of study AND 1 year of prior experience as an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic Experience must include diagnostic troubleshooting, repairing and replacing defective parts, adjusting machinery, and modifying units to meet proper operating specifications Experience in a food manufacturing environment is preferred What We Offer At Ferrara, we’re proud to support our employees by providing comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, dental insurance, a 401(k), and paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits at https://flimp.live/Ferrara-Candy-2025-OE-QR Compensation $38 hourly
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A leading confectionery manufacturer of sugar-based candies and snacks.
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