Location of Job: Independence MO (Unionized)

C shift hours 7:00 pm - 7:30 am (Sun, Mon, Tues and every other Weds)

D shift hours: 7:00 pm-7:30 am (Thurs/Fri/Sat and every other Weds)

Pay Rate – $33.96 with an additional $0.50 - $1.00 shift differential | Weekly pay periods

Benefit Overview

These are direct hires, full time position with a full benefits package - *Medical, Dental, & Vision plans | 401K Matching | Unilever’s Employee Share Plan | Tuition Reimbursement | Paid Leaves | Monthly Bonus Payouts | Uniforms and PPE provided | $750 employee referral bonus payments | Safety shoe subsidy, prescription safety glasses discount, etc. | Onsite company store for employees to purchase Unilever products at a discount | Career Advancement Opportunities

Background & Purpose of the Job

Knorr believes that wholesome, nutritious food should be accessible and affordable to all.  That’s why we’re on a journey to ensure all Americans can eat healthy meals they feel good about by creating high-quality products, offering simple chef-developed recipes, or supporting organizations and initiatives that provide access to healthy foods, Knorr remains committed to its long history of making good food available to everyone.

The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for ensuring maximum availability of production plant across the Sourcing Unit utilizing excellent technical skills for improvements and modifications and sound application of WCM methodology. 

What You'll Do

Contribute to the delivery of operational KPIs (Productivity, Quality, Safety, Health and Environment, Cost, Delivery, Morale and Innovation.

Advanced problem solver who can maximize machinery operations whilst minimizing waste.

Coach and develop the Machine Operator’s and Skilled Operator’s core technical awareness and skills.

Remove and replace major electrical components (such as motors, switch/control gear) and troubleshoot wire and rewire relay logic safely. Basic PLC knowledge to assist in troubleshooting.  

Able to isolate machinery and re-install electrical components

Preventative Maintenance Specialist and user of Condition Based Monitoring.

Fully Operational on mechanics, pneumatics and motion control.

knowledge and application of technical skills and expertise to ensure the provision of effective engineering support within the team, focused on delivering performance targets. 

Directly contributes to improved safety, quality, sustainability and cost.

Establish power distribution systems and electrical control circuits.

Install electrical drive systems and Control Loops.

Utilize appropriate safety and environmental procedures for people, processes, materials, products and equipment to ensure a safe working environment for the whole team.

Use performance measures to identify and prioritize losses in production area and to improve Maintenance performance. 

Ability to identify, prioritize and address problems using appropriate tools and techniques that eliminate recurrence.

Adhere to company GMP policies

All other duties as assigned

What You’ll Need to Succeed

High School diploma or equivalent (GED) is Required/ 2 to 4-year degree in industrial technology or related field is Preferred.

3-5 years’ experience in the field of maintenance

Experience of manufacturing in a Fast-Moving Consumer Goods Company and World Class Manufacturing.

Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests, which may include drug screening, physical and background check.  

*Any coverages for health insurance and retirement benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

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