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The Jel Sert Company

Machine Technician

The Jel Sert Company, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290


Scheduled Work Hours:

1st Shift Hours: Monday - Saturday - 6am-2pm; 2nd Shift Hours: Monday - Saturday 2pm -10pm; 3rd Shift Hours: Monday - Saturday 10pm-6am

For nearly a century, The Jel Sert Company has focused on creating high-quality, high-value foods and beverages that help bring people together. We are currently looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join our team as a

MACHINE TECHNICIAN.

If you are looking for a work environment that encourages personal growth, responsibility, and a shared vision for creating incredible products that help create lasting memories, then Jel Sert wants you!Machine Technicians are responsible for troubleshooting and solving any electrical and mechanical problems as well as performing all routine and basic equipment maintenance on machines.We are hiring two (2) on 1st Shift, one (1) on 2nd shift, and two (2) on 3rd Shift.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following:Maintain a safe working environment at all times.Complete work assignments in a timely fashion with minimal direction.Evaluate all machinery and provide a list of needed improvements.Focus on machine efficiency issues and process improvements.QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.EXPERIENCE and/or EDUCATIONA minimum of 3 years experience working with electrical, hydraulics, programming, and mechanical PLCs is required.Experience in manufacturing (food plant or pharmaceutical industry) preferred.Previous experience and knowledge in machine elements, pipe fitting, instrumentation, hydraulics/pneumatics, and shop safety.Must have basic PLC knowledge and experience.Previous experience with performing routine preventative maintenance, installing, verifying and validating all new equipment, and performing machine tear-down and rebuilds.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESStrong electrical and mechanical knowledge.Knowledge and experience with GMP and safety regulations.Good verbal & written communication skills are required.Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.Must be able to complete and pass the skills assessment.Must be able to pass the physical and functional job screen.WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU - BENEFITS401(K) & ROTH Plan with Company MatchLife InsuranceAflac Supplemental InsuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramPERKS OF WORKING AT JEL SERT!Training and Career Development OpportunitiesReferral ProgramTuition ReimbursementDiscounts on our Delicious ProductsInteractive Company Culture with Engagement ActivitiesEmployee Service AwardsCompany PhilanthropyPHYSICAL DEMANDSReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Hear/Listen Effectively: Communicates clearly and effectively.Move within Office and Manufacturing Facilities: standing/walking for a minimum of 8 hours including the ability to ascend/descend staircases.Overhead Repair: Perform work order/PM while hands are above eye level at 2-minute intervals with the ability to repeat several times.Load/Replace Motor/Large Equipment: Lifting up to 80 pounds.Climb Ladders: Carry ladder, weighing up to 40 pounds, at least 30 feet to location of work order/PM followed by climbing up/down 3-4 ladder rungs or the equivalent of 36 rungs with bilateral upper extremity support.Awkward Positions for Repair/Adjustments: Maintain a stoop position reaching below waist for work order/PM with tools at 2-minute intervals with the ability to repeat several times.Push/Pull Carts/Equipment: Push a sled generating 60 pounds of force up to 25 feet.Awkward Positions Below Equipment: Crawl 20 feet to perform work order/PM while kneeling under a table at 2-minute intervals with the ability to repeat several times.Lift Filler Tubes/Medium Equipment: Lift 50# from waist to shoulder level and return with the ability to repeat.Climb Fork Lift: Step onto a 22” step using upper extremity support with the ability to repeat several times.Transfer Floor to Overhead Level: Squat to lift with 2 hands, a 20-pound object, standing and placing onto a 70” shelf with the ability to repeat for 2 minutes.WORK ENVIRONMENTManufacturing environment.FOOD SAFETY and QUALITY RESPONSIBILITIESFollow applicable procedures and work instructions.Back up Redundant.IMPACT ON JEL SERT SUCCESSThis job directly impacts departmental and company productivity and product quality.

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