Maintenance Mechanic

Job Details

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic

Location: University Park

Work Arrangement: Onsite

About the Role

Position function: Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor in University Park, IL, the individual will be responsible to assist with Caldic's maintenance for the University Park facility.

Scope: The position will be responsible for completing the maintenance and servicing of the facility and equipment at the University Park facility. The individual will interact with external contractors to complete onsite service as required. This role will assist in ensuring that the facility is compliant with all cGMP procedures and promoting the food safety culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Knowledgeable on electrical, plumbing, mechanical, welding and HVAC to perform repairs on all facility equipment as required
• Possess ability to determine when a repair should be escalated to an outside contractor
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on all facility equipment as required
• Responsible to perform daily equipment and site inspections as required
• Collaborate with operations teams to troubleshoot and resolve equipment malfunctions or breakdowns
• Ability to enter confined spaces as needed to perform necessary repairs
• Provide operational guidance and recommendations to ensure equipment operates smoothly to minimize equipment breakdowns
• Escort contractors to specific areas to service equipment within the University Park facility; ensure proper lock out/tag out procedures are followed prior to any service
• Support maintenance, repair with any troubleshooting as it relates to the maintenance of the Caldic facility and equipment
• Attend any required training necessary for the job
• Comply with Caldic's policies on hygiene, safety and quality
• Review the specific SDS for all controlled products; use the correct Personal Protective Equipment, how to handle the product, know where to find the information for each controlled product
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations, GMP's and HACCP requirements
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Knowledge /Skills & Experiences

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Minimum of 3-5 years maintenance experience in a food manufacturing setting
• Must be able to lift up 50 pounds on a regular basis
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time; individual must also be able to bend over, stoop and squat as needed
• Must possess a strong worth ethic and strong attention to detail
• Willing to work in a dusty and noisy work environment at all times
• Forklift and Reach Truck certification is required

About Caldic

At Caldic, we’re a global leader in distribution solutions, serving diverse markets across the world. Joining us means becoming part of an entrepreneurial, collaborative, and innovation-driven team.

We offer:

• Global opportunities with rapid career growth and development
• An inclusive, diverse, and dynamic work environment
• The chance to shape the future of specialty ingredient solutions across industries like food, pharma, personal care, and more

We operate in 43 countries around the world. Our innovative solutions are tailored to meet the needs of industries such as food, pharma, personal care, and industrial markets, ensuring sustainable success for all stakeholders. To learn more, visit: www.caldic.com

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If you're ready to take your career to the next level and join a global leader, apply now at Caldic!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Caldic celebrates diversity and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, or any other characteristic.