Job description

Where You'll Work:

For a limited time only, we are offering a $3,000.00 sign on bonus when you start your new career with us!

At our Melrose Park, IL, plant we feel good about our various batters and breading products that make our food taste better. Our employees care - about their community, their team and the results we create every day. If you’re looking for a manufacturing facility where you can build a career and have fun while you do it, we might be the team for you. Our team prides itself on being collaborative and having a healthy culture where working hard and doing a good job is recognized and appreciated. We are looking for someone to help us keep things running! Please note, this is a Union facility. We are part of the Melrose Park Teamsters Local 781.

Shift Information:

This is a 10 hour 3rd Shift opening. The days and hours are Thursday - Sunday, 8:00PM - 6:20AM. Please note, based on seniority, the shift and schedule is subject to change.

What You’ll Do:

As a Maintenance Technician, you will work with the maintenance manager to complete building repairs, equipment installation, troubleshooting and installation, fulfillment of assigned work orders and unforeseen repairs in a timely fashion. You’ll follow good manufacturing practices to maintain inventory, complete preventative maintenance, good housekeeping and ensure compliance with all safety and environmental laws and regulations. Attention to detail is necessary for completing inventory and shift notes. We strongly believe in “Safety First, Quality Always” for our employees, products, and customers. We are looking for someone who is able to work independently to complete a designated list of tasks and that is also able to effectively communicate with a team. If this is something you’re passionate about also, this could be your next great opportunity!

Important areas of operations you’ll work on (but are not limited to):

• Clean and lubricate shafts, bearing, gears, and other parts of machinery
• Troubleshoot and repair machinery such as extruders, mixers, conveyors, and metal detectors
• Install and maintain pipe systems, hydraulic steam, pneumatic equipment
• Repair and replace gauges, valves, pressure regulators, and other related equipment
• Building maintenance including minor plumbing, welding, and general upkeep
• Repair and assess electrical issues as they arise

What you’ll need to be successful in this role:

• High School Diploma or equivalent – Technical degree in maintenance related field preferred
• 2 years minimum experience as a maintenance mechanic in food/beverage/pharmaceutical manufacturing environment with the ability to troubleshoot
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices, Sanitation and Safety standards for food manufacturing
• PLC experience preferred
• Experience with and ability to use all types of welding, cutting, machine, and hand tools
• Experience in high speed packaging, welding, refrigeration (ammonia) and mechanical power transmission

3141 W North Ave #1108, Melrose Park, IL 60160 - Food Manufacturing - Maintenance Technician - 3rd Shift - HVAC - SAP

What's In It For You:

• We are currently offering a $3,000.00 Sign on Bonus. You will receive $500.00 after 30 working days, $1,000.00 after 90 working days and $1,500.00 after 180 working days of employment.
• Union benefits and competitive wages
• Career advancement and growth opportunities
• Friendly, close-knit team and supervisors invested in your success
• Full benefits, including mental health, employee assistance program & more!

Ready to join our team? Apply today to let us know you want to join one of our hiring events!

Kerry is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Kerry will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. EEO is the Law poster can be found here. Additional information can also be here .

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $34.30 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 2 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work setting:

• In-person

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Melrose Park, IL 60160: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Programmable logic controllers: 1 year (Preferred)
• Mechanical knowledge: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

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