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 35 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.

General Hours (8:00AM-4:00PM) M-F with occasional weekend coverage.

GENERAL SUMMARY

Inspect, repair, modify, paint, clean and maintain all areas of facility and grounds following all Good Manufacturing Practices and food safety requirement to assure production of safe, quality products and a clean and safe environment for plant operation. Assist with production equipment maintenance, preventative maintenance, parts ordering and troubleshooting as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES

• • Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair and maintain all equipment including, but not limited to, Rheons, conveyors, proof boxes, Handtmann stuffer, mixers, metal detectors, packaging machines, heat tunnels, refrigeration systems, forklifts, building and building equipment.
• Lead Continuous improvement plant wide.
• Has excellent communication skills and is approachable.
• Help lead 5S projects to standardize maintenance practices and processes.
• Assist in training employees on operation of equipment.
• Provide continual support to production, bakery, assembly, packaging and warehouse.
• Maintain a PM program with supporting documentation
• Other duties as needed by the operation
• Reports directly to Maintenance Manager while taking some direction from Production Supervisors.
• On floor time = 100 % (floor is inclusive of production floor, shop, outside of building, etc.)
• Must always work in a safe manner and use LOTO
• Must be knowledge of all HACCP, GMP's. OSHA and SOP requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school degree or equivalent. Has completed or is working on a 2-year trades degree and/or 4 years plant maintenance experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Read, write and speak English. Bilingual capabilities a plus. Able to communicate and take direction from Sanitation Manager. Able to communicate effectively with line workers, Leads, Supervisors and Plant Manager.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Must have basic math skills.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Attention to detail. Legible record-keeping and data entry skills. Able to use Microsoft Office, Ability to order parts and spec jobs, schedule jobs Must be highly motivated, flexible, have creative problem-solving abilities, Able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Welding and fabrication, full understanding of three phase electrical, three phase motor controls, Troubleshoot AC & DC drives May be required to work weekends and night hours to fill in as needed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hand(s) to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop or crouch.

The employee will regularly lift and/or move up to 60 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Employee may occasionally be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; extreme heat and vibration.

DISCLAIMER

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Federal law obligates us to provide reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of employees, unless to do so would pose an undue hardship. Please let us know as soon as possible if you need an accommodation to complete these listed essential functions.

Hearthside Food Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Other details

• Job Family Maintenance
• Pay Type Hourly

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