Maintenance Mechanic

Company Overview WinCup is a foodservice packaging company focused on providing our customers and consumers the highest quality products allowing them to enjoy the beverages and foods they love, whether at home, or on the go. WinCup was established in 1962 and is now a leading manufacturer passionately transitioning into an innovative, technology driven enterprise focused on creating superior products and brands directly addressing plastic pollution. WinCup is driven by our Vio biodegradable foam technology, Our Phade line of PHA based straws and stirrers is the only Marine Biodegradable, Home and Industrial Compostable straws and stirrers in the world. Benefits WinCup offers our full-time team members great benefit choices for you and your family with most benefit eligibility 31 days after hire, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid holidays, accruing paid time off, short and long-term disability, EAP, 401(k) with a company match available after 60 days. WinCup actively provides training and education assistance to develop employees. Job Position Maintenance Mechanic Location West Chicago, IL Reports To Maintenance Manager Pay $23-$30/HR Job Summary The Maintenance Mechanic position is responsible for troubleshooting, diagnoses, and mechanical and/or electrical repairs and adjustments of production and packaging equipment. The adjustments and repairs are performed on cup machines, inspectors, baggers, pre-expansion machines and conveyors along with repairing molds and performing change-over of molds. Core Job Responsibilities Diagnoses problems by inspecting and disassembling equipment to determine extent of repairs necessary. Performs mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic and hydro repairs to the cup machines, inspectors, bagging machines, pre-expansion machines and conveyors. Uses drawings, diagrams, and operational manuals, manufacturing specifications, etc., when diagnosing problems and making repairs. Performs equipment evaluations at the start of shift to ensure production flow is consistent. Repairs and re‑build parts such as lift, bagger, pre‑expansion and inspector cylinders along with pneumatic valves, steam and air regulators. Makes up and replaces lengths of steam hoses, air and water lines to include pipe threading. Prepares and repairs cup molds while working in the mold cage. Performs mold change‑over on cup machines. Provides assistance to other Maintenance Mechanics while working on production machines and associated equipment. Responsible for communicating to the leadership team immediately of any failure to meet established quality standards to ensure required training and action. Notifies the Maintenance Manager, Lead, and team members on any adjustments of repairs that are outside of their scope of responsibility or ability to repair. Perform all work in a safe manner to include performing lock‑out/tag‑out of equipment before making any repairs. Communicate with supervisors and co‑workers on the status of equipment. Maintains housekeeping standards by keeping a clean and safe work area at all times. Attend meeting and training session as required. Participates in the training of new employees. Performs additional assignments and/or special projects that may require physical activity beyond those required functions of the job. Maintains housekeeping standards by keeping a clean work area at all times. Adheres to all good manufacturing practices (GMP), food safety, HACCP and SQF process requirements; rectify and/or report any and all non‑compliance to Management or the SQF practitioner immediately. Follows WinCup OPERA Values, safety initiatives, and other related plant standards. Performs other duties as assigned. Ability to follow directives with STM leadership, managers, supervisors, in ensuring productivity and target levels are sustained. Ensures all company policies and procedures including manufacturing and safety policies and procedures are followed at all times. Collaboration with plant, safety, and leadership. Ability to complete mandated new manufacturing training on equipment to maximize output efficiencies. Supports all current and new product introductions. Education and Qualifications High school graduate or GED equivalent. At least two years’ experience in maintenance in a manufacturing environment. Mechanical aptitude of sound judgement. Mathematical knowledge. Basic PC skills including Excel and use of web based applications to use FedEx, UPS and print labels. Must be able to speak, read and write English in order to complete job specific paperwork. Ability to work independently and function as a team member. Good planning and organizing skills. Work mandatory overtime, early morning, late evenings and weekends when required during busy season, inventory, and for vacation coverage. Working Conditions In‑doors in a manufacturing and/or environment that is not air‑conditioned. Exposure to extreme heat. Wear PPE while working which includes hairnet, hearing protection and safety glasses with side guards. May work 8 hour shift or 12 hour shift that begins at 6:50 a.m. for dayshift or a nightshift that begins 6:50 p.m. Required to work weekdays, weekends and overtime as needed. Subject to on‑call activity to ensure equipment is functional. Physical Demands Work 8 or 12‑hour shift while standing, walking, stooping, bending, reaching, grasping and lifting throughout the entire shift. Requires the manual movement of cases of finished goods and other objects such as bagger film that weight up to 40 pounds. 100% tobacco free workplace on all Company premises. Designated outside smoking area provided and must be followed. The list of job requirements above is not intended to be exhaustive or all-inclusive. The Company reserves the right to revise this job description as needed to comply with actual job requirements. EEO Statement WinCup is an EEO/AA and E-Verify employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition, we complete background checks and drug tests to ensure the safety of our team‑members in the workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr