IRCA Group

Overview

IRCA is an international provider of semi-finished ingredients for the bakery, pastry, and gelato markets, currently seeking a Maintenance Technician for the 2nd shift. The company has a strong history of growth and a diverse product portfolio, serving a wide range of customers in the food manufacturing sector.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, and maintain mechanical systems, machinery, and equipment.
• Troubleshoot machinery and perform routine preventative maintenance.
• Read, interpret, and follow instructions and operation manuals.
• Demonstrate electrical competency for troubleshooting and be familiar with electrical principles and components.
• Weld and fabricate parts and equipment.
• Use an electrical meter for testing purposes.
• Maintain a schedule for inspecting, servicing, and testing machinery.
• Be knowledgeable in piping systems, pipe fittings, pumps and motors, valves, etc.
• Comprehend gearboxes, motors, bearings, sprockets, chains, bushings, belts, and pulleys.
• Clean, repair, and install equipment and parts as needed.
• Operate sit-down forklift and/or articulating boom lift.
• Operate a variety of hand and power tools.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Comply with health and safety regulations.
• Be dependable and reliable, ready to work.
• Perform general maintenance work on buildings as assigned.
• Demonstrate strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Maintain a strong working relationship with all plant departments and write routine reports and correspondence.

Requirements

• Industrial maintenance experience.
• 2 years of experience as a Maintenance Mechanic or in a similar role, preferably in a food manufacturing environment.
• Welding and/or fabrication experience preferred.
• HS diploma or GED.
• Demonstrate knowledge and ability to operate hand and power tools.
• Demonstrate mechanical aptitude and ability.
• Demonstrate strong computer skills.
• Able to perform physical tasks and demonstrate physical dexterity.
• Ability to troubleshoot to identify and recommend solutions.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Ability to safely lift 50 lbs. and/or push, pull or move heavy machinery and/or drums.
• Ability to work up to a 12-hour shift.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k
• PTO

Additional Information

• $3,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Base salary range of $30.00-$38.00 per hour plus an additional $1.00 for the shift differential for Employees Located in Illinois.