Mechanic 1

Company Overview:Tootsie Roll Industries, Inc. is America's favorite candy company, manufacturing and selling some of the world's most popular confectionary brands. Beginning in a modest New York candy store with the Tootsie Roll's introduction in 1896, the Chicago-based company has grown to become one of the country's largest candy companies, with operations throughout North America and with distribution channels in more than 75 countries. The Tootsie brands resonate strongly among every age group, culture, and demographic; for every occasion and event; and during every economic climate, qualifying them as truly enduring, iconic American confections. For more information, visit www.tootsie.comSummary: This role reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and will be primarily responsible for troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining the production machines and plant facilities. This role is also tasked with performing preventative maintenance on production and plant equipment.Job ResponsibilitiesEnsure safety by following company safety rules, including Lock-out Tag-out, GMPs and SQF.Perform maintenance and troubleshoot equipment mechanical and/or electrical systems and facility support equipment.Inspect, operate and test machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions. Make timely repairs to ensure equipment reliability.Complete work assigned within time allotted.Support the Preventative Maintenance program.Clear oral & written communication skills in English required.QualificationsHigh School Diploma, GEDMinimum 3 years of experience in troubleshooting, repair and maintaining plant production machineryAble to work overtime and irregular hours when necessaryAble to work professionally and effectively with co-workers to meet common goalsAbility to work with minimal supervisionStrong mechanical and/or electrical skills requiredAbility to lift 40 lbsAbility to obtain and maintain forklift certificationAbility to operate scissor liftWelding skills desiredFabrication skills desiredMachining skills desiredElectrical control skills desiredTootsie Roll Industries offers:Competitive wagesMedical, Dental and Vision CoveragePaid VacationUp to 40 hours per year of Chicago Paid Sick TimeUnion Pension401K Participation