AFB Maintenance Technician
About The Position
AFB International is seeking Maintenance Technicians for its Aurora site. The role performs routine, preventive, and breakdown maintenance to support safe, reliable, and efficient site operations and delivery of quality products. Technicians troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems, maintain equipment, and follow established safety, quality, operating, and food-safety procedures. The work includes cleaning and sanitizing areas and equipment after maintenance, maintaining work areas to the Master Cleaning Schedule, and completing required HACCP training. The position requires 12-hour shifts in a rotating schedule: either Sunday through Tuesday and every other Wednesday, or every other Wednesday and Thursday through Saturday, with shifts running 6:00 to 6:00. The schedule provides three- and four-day workweeks and includes approximately eight hours of built-in overtime each pay period, with additional overtime opportunities available. Starting pay is $24.50 per hour, based on experience and qualifications, with night shift differentials of $1.50 or $2.50 depending on the scheduled days. The role offers opportunities for training, skill development, and career advancement.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 2–4 years of manufacturing experience; food-grade experience preferred.
- Ability to work 12-hour shifts.
- Ability to regularly stand and lift at least 70 pounds in a dusty environment with fluctuating temperatures.
- Ability to frequently stand, walk, and communicate effectively.
- Ability to follow procedures regarding attendance, job tasks, safety, and quality.
- Ability to problem-solve and deal with ambiguity.
- Strong computer skills, with familiarity with PLC systems and controls.
- General knowledge of welding.
- Good interpersonal skills and a desire for continuous learning and improvement.
Nice To Haves
- Food-grade manufacturing experience.
- Familiarity with PLC systems and controls.
- Knowledge of welding.
- Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
- Preventive maintenance and problem-solving skills.
- A safety-first mindset, attention to detail, reliability, accountability, teamwork, a positive attitude, and a continuous-improvement and ownership mindset.
- Willingness to learn and embrace change.
Responsibilities
- Adhere to all safety policies and established safety, quality, and operating procedures.
- Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems.
- Perform preventive maintenance and routine and breakdown maintenance on equipment.
- Apply knowledge of rotating and related mechanical equipment, electrical circuits, voltage, electrical safety codes, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
- Clean and sanitize work areas and equipment where maintenance has been performed, and follow plant food-safety requirements for Critical Control Points.
- Clean and maintain the work area in accordance with the Master Cleaning Schedule.
- Complete and sign off on HACCP training in accordance with plant food-safety requirements.
- Support 5S workplace organization and housekeeping standards.
- Learn and incorporate the Ensign-Bickford Operating System (EBOS).
- Perform other duties as requested by a supervisor or management.
Benefits
- Competitive health insurance options.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off and holiday benefits.
- Annual merit increases.
- Annual incentive plan and performance bonus opportunities.
- Built-in overtime every pay period and additional overtime opportunities.
- Company-provided uniforms.
- Required tools, equipment, and materials provided.
- Company-provided safety shoes and required personal protective equipment.
- On-site showers and changing facilities.
- Ongoing technical training and development.
- Career growth and advancement opportunities.
- Long-term career stability.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
