Ingredion Inc.
JOB DESCRIPTION: Maintenance Mechanic
Exempt: No Job Code: 220-OP-0019
Shift: A shift 12hr Division: Manufacturing
Location: Belcamp Dept.: Maintenance
Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor Date: May 2025
Prepared by: James Jones Date: May 2025
Revised by: James Kaiser Review/Revise Date 03/2025
Summary: Contributes to the overall team effort to decrease equipment downtime. Demonstrates a knowledge of mechanical and facilities repair and maintenance.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
Operates and maintains a safe, clean, and organized work area following company policies and procedures including GMPs. Follows all company safety rules in performing job duties.
Repair, troubleshoot and maintain production machinery, systems and equipment throughout the facility.
Perform preventative maintenance and calibrations on equipment according to guidelines.
Maintain and rebuild individual system components such as valves, pumps, motors, and conveyors using testing instruments, hand and power tools and precision-measuring instruments.
Repairs and maintains physical structures such as platforms, doors, concrete floors, roof, etc. using hand and power tools. Builds physical structures and work areas.
Repairs, maintains, replaces, installs and diagnoses defects and malfunctions in HVAC, water, wastewater, drainage systems, and facilities throughout plant and office areas. Repairs and installs pipes, joints, fixtures and fittings has the ability to thread pipe, solder, etc.
Performs minor electrical repairs such as replacing fuses installing sensors, and testing circuits on electrical equipment.
Assist maintenance or contractors in installing both mechanical and electrical systems as directed by Engineering. These could include connecting inputs and outputs to PLC, installing and connecting pneumatic control systems, and fabricating special parts. Has some metal cutting and welding capability or the ability to learn. Correctly completes paperwork associated with tasks, work orders, tagging equipment in/out of service, etc.
Assists and takes direction from maintenance superintendent, plant engineer, engineering, etc. in completing work on equipment as required.
Properly inspects and tests all finished work. Cleans area and conforms to all GMP requirements.
11) Performs other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job satisfactorily, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE :
High school diploma or GED required. AA degree in an electrical or mechanical field preferred or completion of formal apprenticeship program and minimum of two years maintenance experience required.
LANGUAGE SKILLS :
Ability to read and analyze blueprints, schematics and/or trade journals. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals and be able to present information and respond to questions from groups of employees within the organization, internal and external auditors, as well as vendors.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS :
Ability to apply mathematical concepts, such as Ohms Law, pressure & flow, and mechanical leverage to resolve maintenance problems.
REASONING ABILITY :
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES :
- Ability to work with certain tools, equipment and welding and operate a forklift.
- Must be computer literate and be able to work without close supervision.
- Required to be called in to repair equipment when scheduled, day or night.
- Must be able to read and interpret electrical diagrams, ladder diagrams, and mechanical drawings.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk and hear; use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms. Occasionally, the employee is required to sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and smell. Must wear all personal protective equipment required for this job.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT :
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles and risk of electrical shock. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, extreme heat and vibration. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places or confined spaces and is exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals.
The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Hearing protection is required in certain work areas.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disabilitymental or physicalmarital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law (protected classifications). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.
Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.
Relocation Available:
NoThis pay rate is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).
Benefits:
Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with a competitive company match .