Maintenance Mechanic: 3rd shift
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Prairie Farms Dairy is hiring a Maintenance Mechanic: 3rd shift. Prairie Farms Dairy is seeking an experienced industrial maintenance mechanic to support production and plant utilities at its O'Fallon, Illinois facility. The role involves diagnosing mechanical issues, performing preventive maintenance, repairing equipment, and collaborating with operations and contractors to ensure reliable, safe plant operations during the third‑shift schedule.
Key focus areas include Diagnose mechanical problems using blueprints, manuals, and specifications., Perform maintenance on processing equipment, pipe fitting, welding, fabrication, and carpentry., and Adjust and repair packaging equipment as needed..
Important skills include Interpersonal Skills, Diagnose Mechanical Problems, Read Blueprints, Use Repair Manuals, Use Engineering Specifications, and Use Parts Catalogs. Preferred (not required): PLC Knowledge and Ammonia Refrigeration Knowledge.
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Full job description
Full Time
Service Worker
ESJ - O'Fallon, O'Fallon, IL, US
Salary Range: $33.94 To $33.94 Hourly
East Side Jersey Dairy O'Fallon/Prairie Farms is looking for an EXPERIENCED Industrial Maintenance Mechanic to support production in a food manufacturing and packaging facility. Position also includes maintaining plant utilities such as boiler, HVAC, air compressors, refrigeration compressors, anhydrous ammonia system, building and grounds maintenance, etc...
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Shift: Third
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Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 11:30pm-8:00am
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Location: O'Fallon, Illinois
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Job Type: Full-time with shift differential; 90 day probationary period
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Union: District NO.9, International Association of Machinist and Aerospace workers; Must join union after 30 days
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Pay: $33.94/hr plus shift differential
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Benefits offered: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Long Term Disability, Short term Disability, and Life Insurance
Duties:
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Good interpersonal skills are a must.
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Diagnose mechanical problems quickly and determine how to correct them, checking blueprints, repair/owner manuals, engineering specifications, and parts catalogs as necessary.
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Maintenance on processing equipment, pipe fitting, welding, fabrication, carpentry; repairing electrical or mechanical equipment; installation of equipment.
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Adjust and repair packaging equipment as needed.
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Perform routine preventive maintenance on all equipment.
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Clean and lubricate shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery.
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Interface with Operations to minimize downtime and maximize plant reliability.
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Work with both Outside Contractors and Plant Operations to ensure all maintenance activities are completed safely and efficiently.
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Other responsibilities as requested.
Education Experience:
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2+ Years relevant Maintenance experience required
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Strong mechanical and electrical knowledge is a plus
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Experience with PLCs and ammonia refrigeration preferred
Qualifications/Physical Requirements:
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Ability to lift, push, pull products weighing up to fifty pounds out of confined spaces and occasionally having to lift product overhead.
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Ability to stand, kneel climb ladders, and other physical requirements as needed.
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Must be able to pass a post-offer drug test, alcohol screening, and physical exam.
Apply today and join the Prairie Farms family!
Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc Company is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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