Facilities Technician 1st shift at Hearthside Food Solutions LLC in Michigan City, Indiana

Job Description:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Occasionally required to operate a forklift.
• Responsible for operating lawn mowers, snow blowers, etc. to ensure grounds maintenance.
• Perform multiple tasks, including carpentry, plumbing, minor electrical, roofing, concrete masonry repairs and remodeling.
• Develop and maintain documentation of projects assigned and repairs completed.
• Practice good housekeeping, including clean up at end of shift.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (G.M.P.'s) at all times.
• Verbally communicate instructions, problems, etc. to co-workers, supervisors and employees from all departments.
• Meet Company attendance standards of start and end time for work as scheduled.
• Comply with all safety, health and environmental regulations as prescribed by law.
• Comply with Company rules, regulations and policies.
• May perform other functions as assigned.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Reaching with hands/arms throughout shift.
• Ability to use hands and fingers.
• Ability to see, hear and talk.
• Required to walk, climb, and/or balance.
• Ability to lift/move up to 100 lbs.
• Ability to work in light to moderate noise levels; hearing protection may be required.
• Able to walk up to 400 yards to work areas.
• Communicate in English to give and acknowledge instructions/problems.
• Physical and mental ability to work in excess of 40 hours per week.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
• May have to stand eight hours per shift.
• Repetitive reaching over head, under and across throughout shift.
• Push/pull items up to 2600 lbs with assistance.
• May crawl under equipment to reach work areas.
• Perform general housekeeping, including sweeping, mopping, etc.
• May climb steps to and from work and break areas.
• Good hand/eye coordination and manual dexterity for repetitive tasks.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment in close proximity to others.
• Ability to distinguish colors.
• Physical and mental ability to work in excess of 40 hours per week and on various shifts.
• Possess basic math skills to perform simple counting, adding and subtracting.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in various units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to work in variable temperatures and weather conditions.
• Repetitive bending, stooping and twisting throughout shift.
• Ability to work in wet, humid areas.
• Ability to read and interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram and schedule form.
• Ability to work well with others in stressful situations and meet deadlines as necessary.
• May work near moving mechanical parts and may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, and vibration.
• May be required to work in high precarious places.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

• Maintain harmonious working relations with employees from all departments.
• Maintain harmonious working relations with management from all levels.
• Communicate effectively with all employees and management.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. preferred.
• Must be able to pass a mechanical aptitude test.
• Ability to pass forklift driving test.
• Basic math and reading skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and at times independently.
• Must be accurate and detail-oriented.

POSITION OBJECTIVES:

• Must be able and willing to follow directions as issued by supervisor.
• Must be responsible and self-motivated.
• Must be honest and trust worthy.

Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Downers Grove, IL we are a world-class contract manufacturer producing wholesome baked goods, snacks and packaged foods for many of the world's leading food companies. As one of the largest and fastest growing food co-manufacturing companies in the US, we are the proud owner and operator of over 35 facilities globally. Our nearly 10,000 employee-strong organization is leading the way and setting new standards for quality, safety, flexibility and efficiency while feeding families around the globe.

Hearthside's exceptional growth stems from its ability to address real-world problems for customers of all shapes and sizes, and by our resolute commitment to our belief that there are no great companies without great culture. Our culture of personal empowerment enables growth, learning, and continuous improvement every day!
We are steadfast in our ambition to be the indispensable and most trusted partner to our customers and need your help to do it! Join Hearthside and enjoy a competitive package, outstanding benefits and a diverse work environment.
Hearthside is an Equal Opportunity Employer.