Maintenance Multi-Trade Technician
Waterway, ILOperations - Manufacturing /Hourly /On-siteApply for this job
Innophos is seeking a Maintenance Multi-Trades Craftsperson to fill a role in our Chicago, Illinois facility. The Maintenance Multi-Trade is responsible for the maintenance and installation of plant equipment including mechanical, electrical and instrumentation throughout the plant.
2nd Shift: 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Key Responsibilities
Responsible for performing the necessary work to repair, adjust and perform preventative maintenance to all plant equipment, to ensure smooth and consistent operation of equipment.
Involved in the installation and repairs of electrical systems, apparatus and electrical and electronic components of the industrial machinery, instrumentation, and auxiliary equipment. This may include removing and replacing components, projects can include bending conduit, pulling wire, making connections and trouble-shooting electrical issues.
May include elevated work requiring use of ladders, hi-lifts or scaffolds.
Conducts basic rounds daily throughout production plant, control rooms, packaging areas and warehouses to discuss with operators any issues; checks instrumentation such as but not limited to temperature and pressure gauges, temperature of the cooling tower, main air compressor status and operation.
Typical work can include changing drive belts, changing out motors and/or gearboxes and pumps. Other equipment maintained includes screw and belt conveyors, dust collectors and other mechanical conveying equipment. This includes the installation of new equipment.
Work may include frequently working in hot & cold conditions and possibly in awkward postures for prolonged periods of time.
Desired skillset includes experience replacing motors, ensuring proper alignment and tolerances using feelers, gauges, shims, etc.
Motors, pumps and other equipment and tools are lifted and carried as needed.
Maneuvers around equipment and will be working both inside and outside as needed by the repair.
Experience with stick welding and using acetylene torch highly desired.
May be performing minor repairs to heavy equipment such as forklifts, spotter truck, Track Mobile, etc. and test drive to determine problems.
Also responsible for making repairs to buildings and facility structures as needed.
Required Education and Experience
High School Diploma or General Education Diploma; college degree a plus
Specialized training (trade school, apprenticeships, etc.) preferred
Minimum 3 years of multi-craft experience required
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Self-starter, addressing issues before they create down time
Thorough knowledge of electrical and mechanical trades
Good proficiency with Microsoft office products
Ability to work independently, in a safe manner, and with acceptable housekeeping (GMP) at the job site
Strong organizational and time management skills
Dependable and team-oriented
Environmental and/or Physical Requirements
Constant standing
Frequent bending & lifting to 55 lbs.
Occasional squatting, climbing (stairs/ladders), operating mobile equipment (Forklift), and temperature changes
Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision benefits which start the 1st of the month after hire
Annual incentive bonus eligibility based on individual and company performance
Tax advantaged health savings and spending accounts
401k eligibility with company match and annual discretionary contribution
Time off: vacation, holidays/floating holidays, personal and sick days
Company provided Life and Disability Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Fitness Membership Reimbursement Program
Educational assistance program
The benefits set forth in this posting reflect Innophos' current benefits for similarly situated employees, are subject in all respects to the terms and conditions of the applicable program policies and may be modified or discontinued by Innophos in the future (subject to applicable law).
$43.36 - $43.36 an hour
Wages start at $43.36/hour in accord with the labor contract.
About Innophos
Innophos is a leading international producer of specialty ingredient solutions that deliver far-reaching, versatile benefits for the food, health, nutrition, and industrial markets. We leverage our expertise in the science and technology of blending and formulating phosphate, mineral and botanical based ingredients for our customers.
Our people are the heart of our organization and the foundation of our success. We are driven by our core values of safety, diversity, integrity, and collaboration.
Headquartered in Cranbury, New Jersey, Innophos has manufacturing operations across the United States, in Canada, Mexico and China and sells into over 70 countries.
Innophos is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. Innophos is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications against job descriptions, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses (including recording, transcribing, and summarizing our interviews). These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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