Job Description

A highly respected and rapidly growing food manufacturer—recognized as one of the top food production facilities in the Chicago suburbs—is seeking a skilled Industrial Maintenance Electrician Technician to join its maintenance team. This role is critical to ensuring the uptime and efficiency of the company’s modern production and packaging lines.

Responsibilities:

• Perform setup, inspections, preventive maintenance, and service work on a wide range of facility and production equipment

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical issues in both low and high voltage systems, including electromechanical and control systems

• Install, maintain, and repair equipment such as:

  • Production machinery: blenders, grinders, pumps, fillers, sealers, cappers, conveyors

  • Packaging systems: metal detectors, printers, case packers, case tapers

  • Utility systems: HVAC units, air compressors, air handlers, and software interfaces

• Execute emergency repairs during production downtime to ensure minimal disruption

• Interpret manuals, schematics, blueprints, and technical specifications

• Use computer-based systems for tracking work orders, PMs, and inventory

• Participate in equipment startups and commissioning including wiring, testing, grounding, and calibration

• Maintain accurate daily records including downtime logs, spare part usage, and completed tasks

• Ensure strict compliance with OSHA safety regulations, GMP standards, and internal safety protocols

• Take on additional duties as assigned by leadership

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required

• Formal technical training in electrical systems strongly preferred

• 3–5 years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably within a food manufacturing environment

• Solid knowledge of industrial electrical systems, troubleshooting, and safety codes

• Strong mechanical background including pneumatic and hydraulic systems

• Proficiency reading electrical drawings, schematics, and manuals

• Ability to troubleshoot and repair complex machinery independently

• Effective communication skills with the ability to interact professionally across teams

• Self-directed and reliable with a strong work ethic

• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks such as kneeling, standing, and climbing

• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends or alternate shifts when necessary

Benefits:

• 401(k) with company match

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

• Company-paid life insurance

• Employee assistance program (EAP)

• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)
• Conveyor Systems
• Servo Motors