Maintenance Mechanic, 2nd Shift

Work Location

Forest Park.

Position requires the ability to work overtime. As a result, it may require working varying start times, end times, and weekends dependent on business needs.

Maintenance Mechanic maintains production and facility equipment in a condition to meet the plant production goals and the building requirements. This position works with mechanical devices such as gears, sprockets, chains, sheaves, belts, brakes, clutches, couplings and coupling alignment, bearings, lubrication, hydraulics, and pneumatics. The Maintenance Mechanic should also have basic experience working with and troubleshooting electrical components like 240‑480V motors, wiring, switches, sensors, AC and DC circuits.

Hours are 4 p.m. to 4:30 a.m.

• Disassembles, inspects, reassembles, troubleshoots, repairs and replaces malfunctioning parts or equipment (motors, switches, sensors, input/output boards, controllers, gears, sprockets, chains, knives) using test equipment and meters such as VOM, megger, amp probe and PC.
• Cleans, lubricates and adjusts guides, flap tuckers, sealing jaws, sensors, and timing for process systems of packaging equipment to improve efficiency, quality, or operation.
• Performs routine preventive maintenance procedures as per schedule.
• Installs change parts (pockets, flap tuckers, film folding shoulders, etc.) on production machinery to run a different size, shape or product.
• Reads blueprints, diagrams, programs/ladder logic and machinery manuals to diagnose problems, identify parts, and learn proper equipment operation.
• Installs new equipment.
• Actively seeks to find problems in assignment area and correct before the problem becomes critical with high supervision.
• Communicates conditions of equipment by completing appropriate maintenance records, transferring knowledge of conditions to incoming mechanics at shift change, and informing his supervisor of significant problems.
• Displays cooperation by working closely with Production personnel.
• Improves work related skills by actively pursuing outside schooling or plant provided programs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Experience must include diagnostic troubleshooting, repairing and replacing defective parts, adjusting machinery, and modifying units to meet proper operating specifications.
• Hands‑on experience in a food manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Ability to work with Machine Operators effectively.
• Good communication skills in working with maintenance team members and collaborating to improve efficiencies.

• High school Diploma or GED, 2-year Technical Degree in Maintenance field such as Industrial Maintenance or Mechanical Maintenance, OR related area of study, OR Journeyman Certification preferred.

At Ferrara, we’re proud to support our employees by providing comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, dental insurance, a 401(k), and paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

$38 per hour and $1 per hour Shift Differential.