Maintenance Mechanic

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　　Date:Jan 31, 2024

　　Location: Gibson City, IL, US, 60936

　　Company: IFF Family of Companies

　　Requisition ID : 494589

　　Job Description

　　It’s an exciting time to be part of the Nutrition & Biosciences family at IFF. Nutrition & Biosciences is recruiting for a Maintenance Mechanic to join its dynamic team located at its manufacturing site in Gibson City, IL.

　　We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes:

　　Medical insurance, including a generous company contribution to a Health Savings Account

　　Prescription drug coverage, dental and vision insurance

　　401k plan with a generous company match and a separate company Retirement Contribution

　　3 weeks of paid vacation to start, 12 paid holidays annually and a bonus plan

　　This role is responsible for maintaining manufacturing/packaging equipment at required operating levels at the site. The incumbent will be replacing parts, repairing equipment, and preventative maintenance. This is a day shift role that will require a rotating, on-call schedule.

　　Main responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

　　Execute work orders

　　Perform preventative/predictive maintenance on equipment as assigned

　　Install and align new equipment

　　Service, troubleshoot, and repair any problem of any nature in mechanical and electrical area including, but not limited to, pumps, grinders, fire protection, boilers, electrical circuits, motors, controllers, pneumatic controls and valves, computer interfacing and maintenance

　　Gather and process data from multiple sources related to electrical failures

　　Troubleshoot and maintain PLCs and VSDs

　　Troubleshoot and repair Variable Speed Drives

　　Verify job is complete and machine made whole before turn over

　　Maintain site safety and environmental requirements and policies

　　Job Requirements

　　The following are required:

　　High School Diploma/GED

　　3+ years of maintenance experience in an industrial, manufacturing, military, or related role

　　A basic knowledge of hand tools and troubleshooting skills

　　Basic computer skills, including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office

　　Positive attitude with an open-minded approach to learning

　　Strong communication and interpersonal skills to gather information related to mechanical/electrical failures

　　Willing and able to work both outdoors and indoors in hot, cold, wet and dry conditions

　　Willing and able to complete work that involves repetitive motion and/or repetitive lifting

　　Willing and able to climb and/or work in elevated areas

　　Willing and able to stand and/or sit for extended periods

　　Willing and able to work a day shift role with a rotating, on call schedule for a facility that operates 24/7

　　While we are interested in all qualified candidates with the potential to work in the United States, we are not able to sponsor visas. Additionally, to qualify for this position, you must be proficient in English, including reading, writing, and verbal communication.

　　We are a global leader in taste, scent and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.

　　VisitIFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion (https://https://www.iff.com/responsibilities/diversity-equity-inclusion) to learn more.