Job description

Ferrara, a company related to The Ferrero Group, is an emerging powerhouse in the North American confections and sweet snacking categories. A passionate team of more than 6,000 employees works together to share delight in every bite through leading brands that have shaped the industry for more than 100 years.
Mechanic (Packaging)
Want to make an impact?
POSITION SUMMARY:
Tableting Mechanic-3rd Shift
$31.31 per hour plusa .58 cent 3rd shift differential
Mechanics perform a variety of skilled tasks in the maintenance, alteration and repair of rotary tablet presses and related facilities and equipment. Working with tablet punches, cam tracks, gears, sprockets, chains, sheaves, belts, brakes, clutches, couplings and coupling alignment, bearings, lubrication, hydraulics, pneumatics, wiring of motors and light electrical problem solving.
Ways you will make a difference
Disassembles, inspects, reassembles, troubleshoots, repairs, welds and replaces malfunctioning parts or equipment
Installs change parts on our production machinery to allow us to run a different size, shape or product.
Performs routine preventive maintenance procedures as per schedule.
Sets up tablet presses for operation (tooling changes).
Adjust tablet presses during operation to improve operation.
Cleans, lubricates and adjusts sections or parts of plant equipment to improve efficiency, quality, or operation.
Reads blueprints, diagrams and machinery manuals to diagnose problems, identify parts, and learn proper equipment operation.
Installs new equipment.
Actively seeks to find problems in assigned area and corrects before the problems become critical (under close supervision).
Communicates conditions of equipment by: completing appropriate maintenance records, transferring knowledge of conditions to incoming mechanics or lubricators at shift change, and informing the supervisor of significant problems.
Displays cooperation by working closely with manufacturing personnel.
Improves work related skills by actively pursuing outside schooling or plant provided programs.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills that will make you successful
High School Diploma Preferred.
2-year Technical Degree in Maintenance field such as Industrial Maintenance or Mechanical Maintenance, OR related area of study, OR Journeyman Certification preferred
Experiences that will support your success
3 years of experience as a Lubricator for internal applicants and show proof of attending a technical school pursuing a Technical Degree in Maintenance field or related area of study OR,
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
Working knowledge in the area of pipefitting and rigging
Basic knowledge of steam distribution systems and principles
Working knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic principles
Basic understanding of industrial electricity including motor basics and controls
Basic knowledge of industrial automation and PLC based controls
Communication skills (able to communicate verbally with leaders and co-workers to accomplish tasks, able to read instructions and engineering documents, able to give and receive feedback, and ask questions)
Critical Thinking Skills (able to reason, solve problems, analyze graphs, interpret data, troubleshoot equipment and systems, participate and lead process improvement, make decisions, and locate information)
Our diverse portfolio of nearly 35 brands includes SweeTARTS®, Trolli®, BRACH'S®, Black Forest® and NERDS®, along with iconic favorites like Lemonhead®, Red Hots® and Now and Later®. Ferrara also manages the Keebler® and Famous Amos® businesses for The Ferrero Group. Headquartered in Chicago, Ferrara has an operational network of 20 locations in North America that includes manufacturing, distribution and R&D facilities. Learn more at www.ferrarausa.com.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, employment decisions and opportunities at Ferrara will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil union status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, military or veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic information, pregnancy (childbirth or related medical condition), or on any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $31.31 - $31.89 per hour

Benefits:

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

Experience level:

• 3 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift

Work setting:

• In-person
• Warehouse

Ability to commute/relocate:

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

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Industrial Maintenance Mechanic: 3 years (Preferred)
• lubricator: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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