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Maintenance Technician - 3rd Shift

Wenona, 775 IL-251, Wenona, Illinois, United States of America Req #4973
Tuesday, January 21, 2025


What We Offer:

We offer a competitive wage and wide array of benefits including:

• health/dental/vision insurance • flex spending accounts • short & long-term disability • paid holidays and vacation • bonuses opportunities (referral, production, etc.).

 

Job Summary: 

The qualified candidate will provide support for production by repairing and maintaining equipment to reach production efficiency in a safe manner. 

 

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

  • Perform preventative maintenance and repair work to equipment and the building
  • Set up lines for production
  • Follow proper lock out/tag out procedures when working on equipment
  • Install new equipment as needed
  • Perform general maintenance on equipment in addition to welding projects on machines, conveyors, and other equipment
  • Work with the Safety Committee to correct safety hazards in the plant
  • Additional duties as assigned

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

  • Must be knowledgeable in GMPs and HACCP
  • Basic knowledge of electricity
  • General maintenance knowledge required
  • Knowledge of hydraulics/pneumatics, electrical wiring and motors and welding
  • Knowledge of PLC with experience preferred
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds unassisted and 100 pounds assisted
  • Ability to stand or walk up to 90% of the time scheduled
  • Ability to prioritize work schedule
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
  • Ability to perform basic mathematics calculations
  • Must have the ability to understand and follow all safety policies and procedures

 

Job Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 18 years of age
  • Minimum of 2-3 years mechanical experience preferred

 

Equipment Used:

  • All machine shop equipment
  • Forklift and personal lift
  • Hand truck
  • PPE and various safety equipment

 

Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position. It is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure they are legally authorized to work in the location to which they apply.

 

Starting Pay: Maintenance Technician I $25.05/hr., Maintenance Technician II $26.35/hr., Maintenance Technician III $28.50/hr, a shift differential is offered for 3rd shift opportunities. Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. The position is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive based on company and individual performance.  We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the 90th day of employment.

This information is provided per the relevant state and local pay transparency laws for the location in which this position will be performed.  Base pay information is based on market location. 

Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Downers Grove, IL we are a world-class contract manufacturer producing wholesome baked goods, snacks and packaged foods for many of the world’s leading food companies. As one of the largest and fastest growing food co-manufacturing companies in the US, we are the proud owner and operator of over 25 facilities globally. Our nearly 10,000 employee-strong organization is leading the way and setting new standards for quality, safety, flexibility and efficiency while feeding families around the globe.

Hearthside’s exceptional growth stems from its ability to address real-world problems for customers of all shapes and sizes, and by our resolute commitment to our belief that there are no great companies without great culture. Our culture of personal empowerment enables growth, learning, and continuous improvement every day!
We are steadfast in our ambition to be the indispensable and most trusted partner to our customers and need your help to do it! Join Hearthside and enjoy a competitive package, outstanding benefits and a diverse work environment.
Hearthside is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Other details

  • Job Family Maintenance
  • Pay Type Hourly
Location on Google Maps
  • Wenona, 775 IL-251, Wenona, Illinois, United States of America