Maintenance Mechanic Level 0

Ingredion Inc.Repair, troubleshoot and maintain production machinery, systems and equipment throughout the facility. Analyzes equipment failures, determines cause and makes necessary adjustments. Perform preventative maintenance and calibrations on equipment according to guidelines. Recommends modifications to PM program to improve equipment life, reduce costs, etc. Maintain and rebuild individual system components such as valves, pumps, motors, and conveyors using testing instruments, hand and power tools and precision-measuring instruments.
Repairs and maintains physical structures such as platforms, doors, concrete floors, roof, etc. using hand and power tools. Builds physical structures and work areas. Repairs, maintains, replaces, installs and diagnoses defects and malfunctions in HVAC, water, wastewater and drainage systems. Repairs and installs pipes, joints, fixtures and fittings- has the ability to thread pipe, solder, etc. Determines suitability of materials for application, such as corrosive compatibility or acceptable pressure rating. Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair problems with complex electro-mechanical process equipment, including PLC control cabinets and associated sensors, relays, circuit breakers, and alarms. Repairs, maintains, replaces, installs and tests electrical systems, circuits and equipment.
Analyzes equipment failures, determines cause and makes necessary adjustments. Installs both mechanical and electrical systems as directed by Engineering with minimal instructions after general assignment.
These could include wiring inputs and outputs to PLC, installing and connecting pneumatic control systems, and fabricating special parts. Is full capable in metal cutting and welding.
Reads manuals on new and existing equipment and applies knowledge to creating/modifying PM tasks, establishing equipment settings, and generating other documentation. Correctly completes paperwork associated with tasks, work orders, tagging equipment in/out of service, etc. Leads maintenance technician and assists and takes direction from Maintenance Superintendent, engineering, etc. in completing work on equipment as required. Assists Engineering in modifying sketches or electrical diagrams of electrical and mechanical systems. Properly inspects and tests all finished work. Cleans area and conforms to all GMP requirements. Audits equipment for possible failure or existing problems and schedules them to be repaired. Completes other duties as assigned by Maintenance Superintendent, Plant Superintendent, V.P. of Manufacturing or other member of management. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job satisfactorily, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE :AA degree in an electrical or mechanical field or completion of formal apprenticeship program and minimum of five years maintenance experience required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk and hear; use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms.
Occasionally, the employee is required to sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and smell.
Must wear all personal protective equipment required for this job.The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 to 100 lbs.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT :
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles and risk of electrical shock.
The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, extreme heat and vibration.
The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places or confined spaces and is exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
Hearing protection is required in certain work areas.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability-mental or physical-marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law ("protected classifications"). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.Relocation Available: NoThis pay rate is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any). Benefits: Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with a competitive company match .