Maintenance Tech - 2nd Shift

Campbell's • Downers Grove, IL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician helps keep the manufacturing operation safe, reliable, and efficient by maintaining and repairing production equipment, utilities, and facility systems. The role involves hands-on mechanical and basic electrical troubleshooting, equipment inspections and adjustments, and maintenance of systems such as boilers, HVAC, refrigeration, chillers, and fire protection. The technician works with production and maintenance colleagues to minimize downtime, document work, follow plant safety and food-safety requirements, and support continuous improvement.

This is an active, hands-on position in an industrial manufacturing environment. The schedule is second shift, generally starting as early as 1:45 PM and continuing until work is finished. Start times and hours may vary with production schedules, holidays, and staffing needs. Overtime and weekend work may be needed. Strong attendance and punctuality are essential. Employees must remain in the position for at least one year and successfully complete a 90-day evaluation period.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity to safely use hand and power tools.
• Knowledge and hands-on experience using basic hand tools.
• Basic electrical training or equivalent experience sufficient for basic electrical troubleshooting.
• Ability to safely and competently troubleshoot mechanical equipment.
• Ability to read and understand instructions, shop manuals, diagrams, and schematic drawings.
• Ability to interpret ladder logic and basic control circuits.
• Ability to use a multimeter and perform basic electrical troubleshooting.
• Ability to follow written, verbal, and diagram-based instructions and troubleshoot problems involving multiple variables.
• Basic computer skills, including documenting work and entering information using Microsoft Office, SAP, and email.
• Clear and respectful verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic math skills, including arithmetic with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to read rulers and tape measures in English and metric units.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and contribute effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to work in a changing, fast-paced manufacturing environment and respond effectively to high-pressure situations.
• Ability to comply with plant safety requirements and properly use required PPE, which may include safety glasses, safety shields, gloves, hearing protection, respirators, and approved footwear.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Powered Industrial Equipment/Forklift Operator Certification.
• Successful completion of required Electrical Aptitude, PLC and Controls Aptitude, Mechanical Aptitude, and WorkKeys testing.
• Ability to meet applicable Powered Industrial Equipment physical and licensing requirements.
• Strong attendance and punctuality; employees must remain in the position for at least one year and complete a 90-day evaluation period.

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years of experience troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production machinery in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Previous experience with industrial electrical troubleshooting, PLCs, and controls.
• Experience maintaining boilers, HVAC, refrigeration, chillers, or related plant utility systems.
• Experience using welding, machining, grinding, or milling equipment.
• Familiarity with SAP or a computerized maintenance/documentation system.
• Previous experience with HACCP, GMP, and/or SQF requirements, particularly in food manufacturing.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning, technical development, and sharing expertise with others.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain plant production machinery using manuals, schematics, technical documentation, and instructions.
• Diagnose mechanical and basic electrical problems and complete repairs safely and accurately.
• Use a multimeter for basic electrical troubleshooting and replace like-for-like components as appropriate.
• Interpret ladder logic and troubleshoot basic control circuits.
• Maintain boilers, hot water systems, HVAC, refrigeration, chillers, fire protection systems, and building equipment.
• Operate hand and power tools and shop equipment, including welders, lathes, grinders, and mills.
• Perform measurements, testing, adjustments, and equipment inspections.
• Work independently with minimal supervision and communicate equipment conditions and maintenance needs.
• Complete daily reports and maintenance documentation using Microsoft Office, SAP, email, and other applicable systems.
• Work safely at elevated heights using ladders, scissor lifts, WAV lifts, and other approved equipment.
• Follow company policies and programs, including Safety, HACCP, GMP, and SQF requirements, and use required personal protective equipment.
• Support plant safety initiatives and follow proper operating procedures.
• Work overtime when necessary and perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive health benefits beginning on the first day of employment.
• Competitive dental benefits beginning on the first day of employment.
• 401(k) benefits beginning on the first day of employment.
• Wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED