Maintenance & Reliability Specialist

• Shift: 12-hour 2-2-3 rotation (day shift 7am – 7pm)
• Wage: $37.55 hourly
• Medical (HSA), Dental and Vision
  Effective 1st of the month following your hire date
• 2 weeks of vacation per year
• 401K | Fidelity
  3% match + 3.5% employer contribution = Up to 6.5% for you!
• Safety shoe allotment | $250
• Quarterly Bonus
• Health, life, and disability insurance

About Ingredion:

Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.

What you will do:

• Troubleshooting mechanical machine failures by disassembly and inspection of components.
• Utilizing technical documentation (prints, manuals, specifications, etc.) to aid in troubleshooting. Accurately keeping maintenance records of critical and quality-related plant equipment.
• Determining root cause of failure and correcting condition to prevent reoccurrence.
• Auditing the maintenance program and identifying and recommending opportunities for improvement.
• Repairing failure using current procedures and recommend alternative methods of repair.
• Developing, documenting, and performing preventive and predictive maintenance tasks to maximize equipment reliability. Generating out-of-tolerance reports, when required, for equipment found outside of acceptance criteria.
• Performing precision maintenance tasks such as alignment checks, measurement of mechanical clearances, and balancing of rotating equipment.
• Executing Motor and Plant lubrication tasks.  Ensuring that grease quantity and intervals are maintained within appropriate guidelines. Maintaining procedures for critical and quality-related plant equipment. 
• Understanding and complying with all OSHA, state/provincial, and local codes. Participate in plant training and safety programs.
• Acquiring new mechanical, pneumatics and hydraulics knowledge as appropriate

What you will bring:

• High school diploma/GED required
• Technical training in accredited technical school or equivalent, with certification in mechanical maintenance, industrial maintenance, strongly preferred
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and schematics
• Must be able to pass a background check for education, work history, and criminal record
• Must be able to complete a physical, drug screen and respirator clearance
• Be willing to work an off shift.

Who you are:

• Proven ability to work safely on or around mechanical equipment or systems in an industrial environment.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities as well as a proven ability to troubleshoot industrial equipment and hardware.
• Proven ability to read and understand documentation including, but not limited to, electrical schematics, P&IDs job site maps/directions, instruction manuals, and/or written instructions accurately.
• Willingness to collaborate with others and provide support, if needed, in other areas.
• Ability to work in potentially loud and odorous environments, different physical environments, or in various weather conditions.
• Must be able to move about in the processing areas and be able to lift and carry 50 pounds, stand and walk for sustained periods, climb stairs and ladders, bend, reach, push, pull, and enter tanks.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

• Read, write, and speak in English and work in a team environment.
• Computer literate with prior experience with computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice and Food Safety, a plus.
• Must be willing to work any day of the week.
• Must have a basic understanding of OSHA rules.
• Must be able to pass a background check for education, work history, and criminal record.
• Must be able to successfully pass a physical and drug screen as applicable by local government.

Why Join Ingredion:

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