Innophos · 5 hours ago
Maintenance Multi-Trade Technician
Waterway, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$43.36/hr - $43.36/hr
3+ years expInnophos is a leading international producer of specialty ingredient solutions, and they are seeking a Maintenance Multi-Trades Craftsperson to maintain and install plant equipment in their Chicago, Illinois facility. The role involves performing preventative maintenance, electrical system installation, and ensuring smooth operation of machinery throughout the plant.
FinanceVenture Capital
Responsibilities
Responsible for performing the necessary work to repair, adjust and perform preventative maintenance to all plant equipment, to ensure smooth and consistent operation of equipment
Involved in the installation and repairs of electrical systems, apparatus and electrical and electronic components of the industrial machinery, instrumentation, and auxiliary equipment. This may include removing and replacing components, projects can include bending conduit, pulling wire, making connections and trouble-shooting electrical issues. May include elevated work requiring use of ladders, hi-lifts or scaffolds
Conducts basic rounds daily throughout production plant, control rooms, packaging areas and warehouses to discuss with operators any issues; checks instrumentation such as but not limited to temperature and pressure gauges, temperature of the cooling tower, main air compressor status and operation
Typical work can include changing drive belts, changing out motors and/or gearboxes and pumps. Other equipment maintained includes screw and belt conveyors, dust collectors and other mechanical conveying equipment. This includes the installation of new equipment
Work may include frequently working in hot & cold conditions and possibly in awkward postures for prolonged periods of time
Desired skillset includes experience replacing motors, ensuring proper alignment and tolerances using feelers, gauges, shims, etc. Motors, pumps and other equipment and tools are lifted and carried as needed. Maneuvers around equipment and will be working both inside and outside as needed by the repair
Experience with stick welding and using acetylene torch highly desired
May be performing minor repairs to heavy equipment such as forklifts, spotter truck, Track Mobile, etc. and test drive to determine problems
Also responsible for making repairs to buildings and facility structures as needed
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or General Education Diploma; college degree a plus
Minimum 3 years of multi-craft experience required
Self-starter, addressing issues before they create down time
Thorough knowledge of electrical and mechanical trades
Good proficiency with Microsoft office products
Ability to work independently, in a safe manner, and with acceptable housekeeping (GMP) at the job site
Strong organizational and time management skills
Dependable and team-oriented
Constant standing
Frequent bending & lifting to 55 lbs
Occasional squatting, climbing (stairs/ladders), operating mobile equipment (Forklift), and temperature changes
Preferred
Specialized training (trade school, apprenticeships, etc.) preferred
Desired skillset includes experience replacing motors, ensuring proper alignment and tolerances using feelers, gauges, shims, etc
Experience with stick welding and using acetylene torch highly desired
Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision benefits which start the 1st of the month after hire
Annual incentive bonus eligibility based on individual and company performance
Tax advantaged health savings and spending accounts
401k eligibility with company match and annual discretionary contribution
Time off: vacation, holidays/floating holidays, personal and sick days
Company provided Life and Disability Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Fitness Membership Reimbursement Program
Educational assistance program
Company
Innophos
Innophos is a leading global producer of specialty ingredient solutions that deliver far-reaching, versatile benefits for the food, health, nutrition, and industrial markets.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2019-10-21Acquired
2006-11-02IPO
Leadership Team
Marco Coen
Senior Vice President, Chief Commercial Officer
William (Billy) Dunworth, CPA
Vice President, Corporate Controller and Chief Accounting Officer
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