CyberCoders · 5 days ago
Maintenance Technician - Food Manufacturing (NIGHTS)
Chicago, IL, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$26/hr - $32/hr
3+ years expCyberCoders is a company focused on recruitment for various industries, and they are seeking a Maintenance Technician for their food manufacturing operations. The role involves maintaining equipment, performing preventative maintenance, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards in a high-speed manufacturing environment.
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Responsibilities
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on screw conveyors, bucket elevators, spouting, storage bins, and associated material-handling equipment
Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
Calibrate and maintain level sensors, speed sensors, vibration monitors, and other equipment monitoring instruments
Ensure continuous and efficient operation of sugar conveying, elevating, screening, and storage systems
Conduct root cause analysis for equipment failures and implement corrective actions
Assist in system upgrades and modifications to improve efficiency and reliability
Maintain air compressors, air dryers, pneumatic air lines, and other plant air equipment
Ensure proper functioning of HVAC, dust-collection, and filtration systems
Monitor and maintain dry material-handling infrastructure such as chutes, airlocks, and dust-tight seals
Follow all safety protocols, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), confined space entry, and chemical handling
Ensure compliance with FDA, OSHA, and GMP regulations
Maintain documentation for audits and regulatory inspections
Assist in managing critical spare parts inventory and ordering replacement parts as needed
Work with vendors and procurement teams to ensure the availability of essential components
Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, work orders, and downtime reports
Use CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) for tracking maintenance schedules
Support audits and provide technical documentation as required
Work closely with production, quality, and engineering teams to address maintenance-related concerns
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED required; technical school or associate degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial maintenance preferred
3+ years of maintenance experience in a food manufacturing, beverage, or liquid processing facility
Experience with pumps, valves, piping systems, heat exchangers, and CIP (Clean-in-Place) systems
Familiarity with food-grade processing equipment and sanitary design principles
Strong troubleshooting skills in mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
Knowledge of industrial electrical systems (480V, 3-phase motors, VFDs, PLCs, control circuits)
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, P&IDs, and technical manuals
Experience with welding, pipefitting, and fabrication is a plus
Proficiency in using CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) for work orders and asset tracking
Understanding of OSHA safety standards, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and Confined Space Entry
Knowledge of GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices), FDA, and food safety requirements
Familiarity with sanitary piping and food-grade material handling standards
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
Good communication skills to interact with production teams, supervisors, and vendors
Willingness to work flexible shifts, including nights, weekends, and on-call as needed
12 months of experience working in a warehouse environment
Preferred
Technical school or associate degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial maintenance
Previous Forklift Operator Certification preferred
Benefits
Full Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD/STD, 401k w/ matching)
Company
CyberCoders
CyberCoders is a recruiting firm locating job positions across all industries, including finance, education, engineering and healthcare.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2013-12-02Acquired
Leadership Team
Nate Shuman
Lead Recruiter (Tech) CEO Club
Matt Miller
CTO
Recent News
2025-04-12
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