Electromechanical Maintenance Technician (2nd Shift) at Ferrara Pan Candy Co., Inc. in Chicago, Illinois

Job Description:

Job Location: Chicago



Chicago, 2945 W. 31st Street Location




Want to make an impact?



Ferrara offer excellent benefits, paid time off and holiday schedules, and growth opportunities. Starting wages at $41.44 plus shift differential for talented maintenance professionals.


Explore your career opportunities at our manufacturing facility in Chicago (2945 W. 31st)!! Seeking a talented, talented Electromechanical Maintenance Technician to help our organization grow and improve efficiencies. Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, this position will provide technical support, hands-on execution and direction to facilitate maintenance activities including troubleshooting, major overhauls, and critical downtimes.




Ways you will make a difference

• Test performance of electromechanical assemblies 12v,24v,240v,480v,(ac/dc) using test instruments.
• Read blueprints, schematics, diagrams, or technical orders to determine methods and sequences of assembly.
• Troubleshooting, replace of PLC's (input and output), HMI's, photo eyes, proximity switches, sensors, relays, motor controls.
• Repair, or calibrate assemblies or systems to meet operational specifications or tolerances.
• Preformed preventative electrical and mechanical maintenance and repairs.
• Fabricate brackets and guards necessary for machine operation.
• Install, set up and troubleshoot A/C and D/C VFD's.
• Diagnose cause of electrical and mechanical malfunction and failure of operational equipment, performing preventative and corrective maintenance.
• Recommend and initiate modification and replacement of equipment that failed to meet acceptable operating standards.
• Collaborate with management heads to plan and execute preventive maintenance programs and to schedule inspections and major overhauls in coordination with other operating activities.
• Repair and replacing low/high pressure pumps, diaphragm and piston pumps.
• Install electrical and electronic parts and hardware in housing and assembly, using soldering equipment and hand tools if needed.
• Diagnose cause of electrical and mechanical malfunction and failure of operational equipment, performing preventative and corrective maintenance.
• Inspect and measure parts to detect wear, misalignment, and removed and replaced worn and defective parts of drive mechanism and systems.
• Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and the need for adjustment and compliance.
• Follow NFPA 70E code Realign and adjust components, repair broken parts using various hand tools.

Skills that will make you successful

• PLC troubleshooting along with VFDs
• Ability to read and comprehend electric, pneumatic, and hydraulic prints, schematics, assembly drawings, operations and maintenance manuals, and other technical literature.
• Exhibit good communication and teamwork skills.
• Maintain exceptional housekeeping standards at all times and adhere to GMP and SSOPs.
• This position requires knowledge and awareness of manufacturing and industrial sites. Protective gear will be required where appropriate. The position requires the ability to work overtime, and weekends dependent on business needs

Experiences that will support your success



Education: related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience 5 years of electrical or mechanical maintenance experience or a minimum of a combination of 3 years' experience and education Apply Now