Who We Are  

At Lindt, we are a global fast-growing consumer goods company, enchanting the world with premium chocolate. We are driven by our passion for excellence and go the extra mile ensuring that every Lindt experience is nothing short of exceptional. Our collective efforts are geared towards making a positive impact, not only in the world of premium chocolate but also in the lives of our employees, customers, and communities. Our company embraces a culture defined by the core values of Excellence, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Responsibility, and Collaboration, fostering a dynamic and collaborative environment where these principles drive our success.

Position Purpose:

The individual in this position is responsible for performing preventative maintenance and electro mechanical troubleshooting and repair of production and process machinery. In addition, this person ensures minimum downtime on equipment while complying with company policies, procedures and safety regulations.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:

Preventative Maintenance

• Perform preventative maintenance on all production and process machinery in accordance with the established schedule that is determined and assigned by the Maintenace Supervisor.
• Document necessary repairs that are required to insure safe and efficient operation of the machinery

Corrective Maintenace Troubleshooting & Repair

• Troubleshoot or diagnose any electromechanical production and process machinery or equipment problems.
• Determine extent of repairs required, secure the necessary parts, and make repairs to damaged or inoperative equipment in a timely manner; record work activity including labor time and utilized parts in maintenance management software work orders.
• Partner with the machine operator or designated room supervisor to test machine following repair to insure proper operation.
• Relieve parts from inventory and assign to work order. Submit non-stock items for requisition in maintenance software.

Machine Set Up

• React appropriately to production needs and set machine according to production specs and requirements as posted or instructed by Maintenance Supervisor in an efficient manner, minimizing downtime.
• Upon initial set up of the machine, run the product through the machine to test and verify that output meets production standards.
• Prior to releasing the machine to production, conduct a final assessment of the machine to insure safe and efficient operation.

Ensure compliance to company policy, procedures and safety regulations

• Encourage and model effective working relations with employees, the production areas and functional support departments to ensure timely communication and effective execution.
• Maintain a safe work environment; communicate issues and take corrective action when safety issues arise. Execute and maintain safety procedures in order to minimize accidents and company liability.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Experience:

• Minimum 2-4 years of job related experience required
• Demonstrated experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred
• ASE certified mechanic, diesel mechanic, aviation technician, and HVAC technician with strong trouble shooting skills preferred

Skills & Knowledge:

• Ability to properly diagnose and repair mechanical and electromechanical equipment
• Demonstrates capacity and willingness to learn and perform new duties, trade skills, and more complex assignments
• Ability to multi task in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Flexibility to meet rotational shift changes, as required.
• Basic computer skills

Education:

• High School Diploma
• Technical, vocational, and/or equivalent job experience

Other Requirements:

• Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds
• Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and reach with arms
• Flexibility to meet rotational shift changes, as required

Total Rewards:

Compensation: Starting Hourly Rate: $25.00-$28.00 Based on Experience

• With employee driven increases through learning and development opportunities 
• Eligible for salary increases after 1 year through skills and job leveling program.
• Shift Differential for off shifts

To learn more about our benefits visit https://jobs.lindtusa.com/total-rewards

Lindt USA’s salary range reflects market rates based on our size, revenue, and location. Starting pay is determined using a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience as well as market conditions. A bonus and/or long-term incentive may be included as part of this compensation package.

Lindt and Sprüngli is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, veteran status, or any other classification protected by state, local or federal law.  Applicants for this position must successfully pass a background screening and may be required to pass drug screenings as well.

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