Line Mechanic

APDO Line MechanicWelcome to VVF Illinois Services, LLC! We're part of VVF Group, a world leader in manufacturing of Oleo Chemicals and Personal Care products founded in 1939. We are one of the largest contract manufacturers of personal care products in the world. Here in Montgomery, Illinois, we focus on the manufacturing and distribution of Personal Care Products - we manufacture bar soaps, deodorants, antiperspirants and gels. At VVF, it's not about the job, it's about the experience. We strive to create an exceptional environment for our employees, shaped by fair practices and excellent opportunities for career growth and a working culture that embraces diversity.The APDO Line Mechanic is responsible for the safe, efficient and effective operation of equipment in VVF's APDO operations.Job Duties:Performs a wide variety of work in more than one area (e.g. operations, mechanical, blending, etc.)Checks, controls, operates, adjusts, sets up, maintains, repairs, changes over, cleans, replenishes, and clears jams for any equipment on the packaging floorPack, seal and hand palletize finished cases as requiredUnwrap boxed deodorant, re-packs, and re-enters good product into the lines. Dumps salvageable concentrate or packaged units.Starts up, operates, and shuts down processes in accordance with Team Manager or operational instruction, JSA's, etcMonitor product quality, equipment operations, process performance and other daily operationsPerform housekeeping, quality, safety, and behavioral based safety audits as assignedIdentify and implement operational improvementsChange over equipment and qualify equipment for start-upDiagnose, troubleshoot and rectify equipment operating conditions by adjustment and repair to maintain efficient operations, including the removal and replacement of non-functioning parts.Maintain, dismantle, assemble, repair and replace worn, damaged and/or defective components such as detectors, seals, gaskets, bushings, gear, shafts, valves, etc. Use current maintenance systems to review periodic maintenance needs, input and update work-orders.Make practical recommendations consistent with general trades knowledge to maintain and increase machine efficiency and reduce repair and/or maintenance costsPeriodically check machines for need of adjustment or repairs, oiling and greasing as scheduled, notifying supervision when major repairs are necessary and assisting in the major overhaul and/or replacement of major machine partsPerform a variety of ordinary tapping, drilling, filing, fitting, etc., operations in making repairs or making up repair parts using a variety of hand and/or bench power toolsSet up and load machine, clear jams and spot check parts for defects. Activate various controls to stop, reset, start and run the packaging equipment. Move in-process materials and stock, as required. Maintain required records of production, scrap, etc.Performs a wide variety of service work in one or more specialized maintenance area such as mechanical, electrical, hydraulics, carpentry, or machine servicing, etcResponsible for maintaining, adjusting and rebuilding the machinery and equipment associated with producing, packaging, packing and palletizingModifies parts and corrects production problems related to equipment malfunctions/outages. Troubleshoots, alters or replaces control mechanisms. Performs line size changes. Assesses and performs preventive maintenance, services lines and prepares work orders for identified repairs/replacements.Repairs broken or worn machine parts. Fits, adjusts and installs parts and assembles to meet production requirements using shop tools, banders, saws, etc.Resets electrical breakers and corrects electrical control problems when applicableConverts line machinery to different production runs and makes adjustments to minimize start-up times. Will assist in production operations to maintain continuous line operation.Keeps maintenance tools, equipment and machines in good repair, maintains and keeps work area in shop and production areas in neat, clean, orderly fashionPerforms general manual labor workCompletes work orders as requiredPerform all duties in a safe manner, utilizing safety practices and procedures required by VVF and applicable law (e.g. OSHA, etc.), personal protective equipment, and reporting procedures. Review all pertinent safety material before conducting new assignments.Work as part of a multi-skilled team to resolve any operational problemsEnsure GMP and FDA compliance by maintaining a safe, clean and orderly work area, and by completing all appropriate documentation correctlyComply with Lock-out/Tag-out (LO/TO) procedures to assure safe isolation of power sourcesFollow waste materials handling procedures to properly control hazardous and non-hazardous materialsMonitor and report unusual occurrences to managementTrain other employees as requiredMaintain skills training as required by VVF, regulations and permitsPerforms other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management. No task or duty is exclusive to a classification or skillset. An employee working in this classification is expected to perform various duties and tasks that traditionally may not have been assigned under a narrower job classification.Basic Minimum Requirements:Authorized to work in the United StatesHigh School Diploma or equivalentMust have three (3) years on-the-job experience as a packaging mechanicExperience troubleshooting, repairing, installing packaging equipment, and/or removing pneumatic, mechanical and electrical components. Experience with packaging line changeoversAble to express basic electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic principlesExperience working with mechanical systems and components, including motors, gearboxes, bearings, drive shafts, sprockets, and roller chains, etcExperience working with hydraulic systems and components, including cylinders, pumps, valves, motors, etcWorking knowledge of welding, drilling, and millingAbility to operate shop equipment such as grinders, belt sanders, drill press, band saws, hydraulic press, electric drills, etc.Must have basic standard and metric hand tools (e.g. sockets, wrenches, pliers, channel locks, wire cutters)Ability to read and writeMust pass a training program to operate equipment on packaging floorMust be able to operate a fork truck and pass the required fork truck-training programMust be able to work any shift, and overtime as requiredPreferred Qualifications:Basic knowledge of a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)Experience rebuilding and overhauling packaging equipmentExperience troubleshooting and running computer based diagnosticsAbility to read and interpret electrical schematics, technical drawings, hydraulic schematics and technical manualsExperience in maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing photo electrical registration systemsWorking knowledge of Lathe operationPhysical Requirements:Requires physical capability of moderate to heavy lifting, climbing stairs and/or ladders, climbing platforms over conveyorsRequires sufficient physical ability to walk, stand, and sit; to frequently bend, squat, crouch, kneel, twist, and make other movements in the performance of daily activities; handling/fingering and using hand and power/pneumatic tools; to reach outward, and lift, carry, push and/or pull moderate amounts of weightWork is performed in an internal plant environment; exposure to dust and noiseAt VVF, our people are what make the difference. Benefits for this position include medical, dental and vision insurance available after 60 days of employment. Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability coverages are provided and paid for by the company. We offer a company match on employee contributions into our available 401(k) retirement plan. Enjoy company paid holidays and vacation time as well as a business casual work environment.VVF is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex or gender, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, including the perception that a person has