Gearbox​/Rotating Equipment Repair Tech - Decatur, IL

Overview

Gearbox/Rotating Equipment Repair Tech - ADM Mechanical, Decatur, IL. This is a full-time, hourly position. Pay Rate:
Based on experience, starting rate $29.93/hour. Shift: 1st Shift, Mon-Fri 6am-2:30pm plus overtime opportunity until 4:30pm. Learn more about ADM:  

• Weekly Pay
• Benefits Start First Day
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
• On-site 24/7 FREE medical care facility
• Health and Wellness Incentives
• Membership to ADM Wellness Center (Gym membership)
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• 401K/ESOP, pension with ADM matching contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouse and Children
• Parental leave (paternity/maternity)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Assistance
• Advancement Opportunities
• Perks at work (discount program with several companies)

We have a repair technician position available on day shift at the ADM Mechanical facility, 2290 N Jasper Street in Decatur Illinois. Candidates shall have experience doing disassembly and assembly of industrial rotating equipment. Colleagues will work in a team atmosphere to rebuild equipment as needed. Overtime will be worked as needed.

• Study blueprints or manufacturers’ manuals to determine correct repair and assembly
• Examine parts for defects such as breakage or excessive wear
• Disassemble equipment to remove parts and make repairs
• Repair or replace broken or malfunctioning parts
• Clean, lubricate or adjust parts
• Repair or maintain the operating conditions of the rotating equipment to OEM specifications
• Record repairs and maintenance performed
• Record parts or materials used
• Accurately documenting failure analysis and repair steps taken
• Reassemble equipment after completion of inspections or repairs
• Test run equipment after repair and take vibration readings

• Able to work safely in a team environment and be quality conscious
• Able to use precision measuring tools including but not limited to Vernier calipers, OD Micrometers, s, Bore Gauges, and dial indicators
• Able to read and interpret blueprints

• Exhibit regular and prompt attendance and maintain attendance record in accordance with company policy
• Experience in manufacturing, production and/or similar military environment (preferred)
• Must be 18 years or older
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
• Ability to understand and effectively communicate in English (verbal/written)
• High School diploma or equivalent (preferred)

• New colleagues will need to undergo on-the-job training to acquire skills and certifications, which will be assessed according to established standards
• Complete ADM safety, food safety, quality, and environmental training
• Participate in company planner operations training
• Equipment training may include but not limited to JLP, Forklift, Non-DOT Truck, Reach Lift, Lock Out/Tag Out, etc.

• Ability to move about or to a work site by ascending/descending stairs, bending, kneeling and prolonged periods of standing and sitting, stooping, bending, kneeling, or squatting frequently
• Ability to operate equipment or machinery that may be located at different heights; may require work on ladders, scaffolding or other work at heights or in confined spaces
• Ability to lift and transport materials and equipment weighing up to 40 pounds on a frequent basis, up to 55 pounds on an occasional basis and up to 50 pounds overhead
• Requires ability and willingness to wear respirators
• Ability to walk up to two miles during the course of a workday over uneven ground surfaces

• Ambient conditions – non-air-conditioned production environment with hot or cold temperatures
• Atmosphere:
  Dust, allergens, odors
• Must be able to work around noise levels that may reach or exceed 85 decibels and use hearing protection
• Company provided PPE as required; respirator-required roles may require clean shaven

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check and medical clearance.

Base pay offered may vary depending on location, knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will be paid overtime pay for qualifying overtime hours. The pay for this position is expected to be $29.93/hour plus growth opportunity.

Benefits and Perks

• Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement
• Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and related programs
• Mental and social wellness – EAP, ERGs and ADM Cares
• Paid time off, holidays
• Adoption assistance and paid maternity/parental leave
• Tuition assistance
• Company-sponsored training and development resources

* Benefits may vary for bargained locations. Confirm eligibility with your recruiter.

About ADM

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