POSITION SUMMARY

BEER NUTS Brand Snacks is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to join our team. The Maintenance Technician will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our facility machinery and equipment. This role will be responsible for problem solving, resolutions, analyzing machinery, equipment issues, disassembling, repair, and replacing parts. The ideal candidate is a thorough professional with a practical mind and attention to detail. The candidate will be able to work autonomously and responsibly by observing all health and safety guidelines.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONDSIBILITIES

The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Install, maintain, repair, disassemble and troubleshoot complex processes, high speed packaging machinery, and other manufacturing equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, process and instrumentation diagrams, flow diagrams, and machinery manuals to diagnose problems, identify components, and verify proper equipment operation.
• Perform building repairs, maintenance, and fabrication work.
• Keep maintenance logs and reports on daily activities.
• Repair jacks and material handling equipment including battery operated pallet jacks, manual pallet jacks, stand up and sit-down trucks.
• Contact vendors regarding repairs and or the availability of repair parts.
• Work with outside vendors for repairs and manufacturing equipment.
• Layout, plan, measure, and execute tasks to support maintenance efforts.
• Ensures that repairs are tidy, functional, and meet food safety standards.
• Able to use machine shop tools, hand tools, and measuring instruments.
• Provide technical expertise to train and support production and create an environment of continuous learning.
• Follow safety and environmental objectives, targets, maintain compliance with regulations, and refer to management of any issues.
• Participate in coordination of projects (e.g., renovations)
• Follow all required Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) quality, and food safety requirements.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Demonstrate mechanical ability and knowledge to service onsite machinery and equipment
• At least 1 year of prior experience in a similar position
• Electrical knowledge (trouble shooting, install and repair)
• Ability to troubleshoot PLCs
• Experience with implementation and maintenance of automation equipment and robotics
• Possesses strong communication, organizational, multi-tasking, and attention to detail skills
• Ability to lift 55 lbs.
• Excellent planning and leadership skills
• Dependable
• Possess a positive attitude, be efficient, and productive
• Basic math skills, tech savvy, knowledge of production procedures

PERFERRED QUALFICATIONS

• HVAC system experience preferred
• Welding, electrical, and plumbing experience preferred
• Possess strong technical knowledge in fabrication.
• Technical degree or any other related certifications or training
• NEC Electrical Standards Knowledge
• Proficiency in programming PLCs
• 3 years of prior experience as Maintenance Mechanic or 2-year technical degree in maintenance field such as Industrial Maintenance, Mechanical Maintenance, or related field of study AND 1 year of prior experience as Maintenance mechanic.

Department: Maintenance

Location: Bloomington, IL

Hours: 1 Shift; Monday – Friday 6:00 A.M. – 2:30 P.M. Possibility for occasional overtime. Hours can vary depending on circumstances.

Status: Full-time/Hourly

Wage: Market value

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Health Insurance
• Employer paid Dental & Vision
• Company paid Life Insurance,
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Discount

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. Work involves considerable exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. Moderate physical activity. Requires standing and or walking for more than four (4) hours per day. Work environment will involve exposure to peanuts/nuts, please take note if you have any nut allergies. A work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require the following basic safety precautions.

NOTE

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.

*Must be able to pass a physical, drug screen, and background check*

*Exposure to peanuts/nuts is absolute – please note if you have any nut allergies*

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $21.64 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Maintenance: 4 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Bloomington, IL 61701 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Bloomington, IL 61701: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person