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Rich Products Corporation
Maintenance Technician
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What they do
A Building and General Maintenance Technician performs building maintenance and appliance repairs for an apartment complex, housing division, residential center or business, as directed by a property manager.
$50,465 / year median in Illinois
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Rich's, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. With more than 13,500 associates working globally in 100 countries and annual sales of $5.9 billion, Rich's is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich's®—Infinite Possibilities. One Family. This position is with Great Kitchens, Inc., part of the Rich Products family of companies. Purpose Statement
The Line Maintenance Technician's responsiblity is to perform basic mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic and electronic repair and preventive maintenance on all plant equipment, and structure of the facility. Key Accountabilities and Outcomes Observes all OSHA and facility safety rules and regulations including use of personal protective equipment.
Follows all established Good Manufacturing Practices, including maintaining an orderly and clean work area.
Trouble shooting and diagnosis and repair of mechanical and electrical failures.
Assures preventive maintenance program is conducted on all plant equipment.
Provides emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment in a timely manner to minimize downtime.
Perform welding, cutting and soldering using electric and gas equipment.
Reads and interprets equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
Duties may involve: pipe fitting; boiler making; insulating; welding; machining; carpentry; installing, aligning and balancing new equipment; and repairing buildings, floors, freezers or stairs.
Employee regularly required standing, reaching, bending, and moving about the facility.
Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.
Hearing ability to meet manufacturing facility safety requirements. Knowledge, Skills, and Experience High school diploma or GED required. Technical School graduate preferred.
Three or more years of experience in manufacturing maintenance environment.
Must read, write and speak English.
A high degree of judgment is required for this job.
Knowledge of power and hand tools.
Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
Must be able to communicate in a professional manner with all employee levels at the plant as mechanics may perform training for newly acquired equipment.