US Foods

Food Production Maintenance Technician

Aurora, IllinoisFull-time
$28 - $32 hourly
About the Job
THE STOCK YARDS STORY

We’ve been providing chefs with expertly cut and portioned beef and pork for over 120 years, based on rigid meat-selection criteria, precise beef aging and expert trimming. Whatever your need, from white-linen presentation to casual family dining, our procurement experts will find the best-quality options that work for your budget and pack-size needs, carefully selected from our extensive meat assortment.

Responsible for upkeep and maintenance of production/facility equipment. Work on other assignments as designated by management. Maintain proper Hazmat documentation. Ensure preventive maintenance is fulfilled per schedules.

Aurora, IL Stock Yards location

Hablamos Español!

First Shift - Monday through Friday and Saturdays as needed. OT

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 
  • Perform necessary repairs and maintenance to all production/facility equipment to insure that adequate machinery is available for day and night operations.
  • Review any equipment reports submitted by associates, record actions/repairs taken, and maintains a repair log per USF policy.
  • Complete all applicable documentation for equipment related activities (assembly forms, disassembly forms, etc.).
  • Perform PM’s (Preventative Maintenance) on equipment, and maintain PM log with proper documentation, per USF policy.
  • Comply with all USF and government guidelines regarding safety when working on equipment (i.e. Lock Out/Tag Out, placarding and required documentation, safe work environment, etc.)
  • Maintain and secure the battery-charging area, batteries and other equipment contained therein.
  • Responsible for company tools, replacement parts and maintenance equipment used in performance of job duties, including inventory maintenance, safe operation, proper storage, and security of tool area.
  • If authorized, may purchase tools and other equipment needs from local vendors to perform required duties.

SUPERVISION: 
RELATIONSHIPS:
  • Internal: Warehouse and production personnel and supervisory staff, Operations support, Maintenance and Sanitation personnel.
  • External: Outside vendors.

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Education/Training: High School education or equivalent preferred; additional mechanic training or trade school degree preferred.
  • Related Experience: A minimum of six months previous mechanic experience required.
  • Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Knowledge of equipment repair and operation; able to repair and overhaul warehouse & production equipment; welding ability; able to read and write legibly; able to follow orders; basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide); able to work with little direct supervision.

Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law. The expected base rate for this role is between $28.00 and $32.00 hr. As applicable, this role is also eligible for overtime compensation.

​​Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click here: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html.