Job Description
Job DescriptionMaintenance Technician - 2nd Shift | Burr Ridge, IL(Onsite role with occasional travel to a nearby production facility)We are currently hiring for an experienced Maintenance Technician to join a fast-growing, high-impact manufacturing team on the 2nd shift.Location: Burr Ridge, ILShift: 1:30 PM – 9:30 PM + overtime & weekends as neededAbout the Role:The Maintenance Technician will provide hands-on maintenance and performance support for large-scale food manufacturing equipment. This includes performing repairs, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and general facility upkeep across both locations.Key Responsibilities:
- Install and maintain cooking, packaging, and bagging equipment (conveyors, kettles, poppers, VFFS, product scales, coding systems, and inspection equipment)
- Perform preventative maintenance to reduce equipment failures and downtime
- Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing issues
- Work on electrical systems up to high voltage (including thermocouples, heating elements, temperature controllers, VFDs, motors, and photo eyes)
- Run conduit to and from motor control panels
- TIG weld stainless steel and solder copper pipe (highly valued)
- Handle general facility repairs (painting, lighting, pallet racking, etc.)
- Identify and execute improvement projects to increase throughput and reduce downtime
- Read and interpret drawings, equipment manuals, and work orders
- Utilize a CMMS system to document all work
- Follow Lean manufacturing principles and strong GMP/food safety standards
- Collaborate effectively with production teams, managers, and other technicians
Requirements:
- 3+ years of experience in a maintenance role (manufacturing environment preferred)
- Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
- Ability to use a multimeter and basic electrical troubleshooting knowledge
- Experience reading drawings and equipment manuals
- Proficient with hand tools and basic computer skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of GMPs and food safety guidelines
- Food manufacturing experience is a plus
Ideal Skill Set:
- TIG welding (stainless steel) and copper pipe soldering experience
- OSHA 10 or 30 certification
- Welding certification
- NFPA 70e certification
- PLC experience (Allen Bradley or similar)
- HS Diploma or GED