Mechanic 1

Company Overview:

Tootsie Roll Industries, Inc. is America's favorite candy company, manufacturing and selling some of the world's most popular confectionary brands. Beginning in a modest New York candy store with the Tootsie Roll's introduction in 1896, the Chicago-based company has grown to become one of the country's largest candy companies, with operations throughout North America and with distribution channels in more than 75 countries. The Tootsie brands resonate strongly among every age group, culture, and demographic; for every occasion and event; and during every economic climate, qualifying them as truly enduring, iconic American confections. For more information, visit

Summary:

This role reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and will be primarily responsible for troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining the production machines and plant facilities. This role is also tasked with performing preventative maintenance on production and plant equipment.

Job Responsibilities

Ensure safety by following company safety rules, including Lock-out Tag-out, GMPs and SQF.

Perform maintenance and troubleshoot equipment mechanical and/or electrical systems and facility support equipment.

Inspect, operate and test machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions. Make timely repairs to ensure equipment reliability.

Complete work assigned within time allotted.

Support the Preventative Maintenance program.

Clear oral & written communication skills in English required.

Qualifications

High School Diploma, GED

Minimum 3 years of experience in troubleshooting, repair and maintaining plant production machinery

Able to work overtime and irregular hours when necessary

Able to work professionally and effectively with co-workers to meet common goals

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Strong mechanical and/or electrical skills required

Ability to lift 40 lbs

Ability to obtain and maintain forklift certification

Ability to operate scissor lift

Welding skills desired

Fabrication skills desired

Machining skills desired

Electrical control skills desired

Tootsie Roll Industries offers:

Competitive wages

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

Paid Vacation

Up to 40 hours per year of Chicago Paid Sick Time

Union Pension

401K Participation