Why Join Alltech
We believe that every member of our team has a role in Working Together for a Planet of Plenty. We envision a sustainable world of abundance, made possible through new technologies and management practices, and the world’s most valuable infinite resource — human ingenuity. This role will make a difference by: Being the front line of improving the health and performance of people, animals, and plants through nutrition and scientific innovation, manufacture, and distribution of top-quality feed and supplements. Making a positive impact on the animal, the consumer and the environment.

About the Alltech Family of Companies:
Made up of over 20 companies and dozens of brands around the world, the Alltech Family of Companies is aligning to provide smarter, more sustainable solutions for global nourishment.

Ridley Feed Ingredients, an Alltech company, specializes in thoroughly researched, competitively priced micro feed ingredients, vitamin and mineral premixes, and feed additives. Our customers include regional manufacturers, distributors, wholesales, and large livestock and poultry producers.
We are seeking qualified candidates for a 3rd shift Maintenance Technician position at our plant in Mendota, IL. This position is assigned to maintain and repair equipment and facilities in working order to minimize lost production time and ensure food safety. Performing ongoing maintenance and completing repairs on equipment in addition to confirming safety standards throughout the facility.
Primary Responsibilities

• Trouble shoot non-working equipment
• Installation of new equipment
• Preventative maintenance activities
• Maintain proper inventory levels of parts to minimize lost production
• Notify management when repairs are outside the scope of the maintenance staff

Qualifications/Skills

• 3–4 years maintenance experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in basic electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, and pneumatic equipment
• Knowledge of the feed industry

Pre-employment drug screen, physical and background check is required.
Alltech provides the following benefits to employees who have the work ethic and commitment to customers, safety, and product quality that we are known for:

• Starting pay for this union position is $26.53, increasing to $33.16 after training
• Shift differential of $0.90/hr
• Annual incentive pay opportunity
• 2 medical plans and 2 dental plans to select from
• 401k plan with generous match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health savings account
• Disability and life insurance
• Paid holidays and vacations

Alltech is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.