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Sterling Engineering lists this Maintenance Technician | 1st Shift opportunity in waukegan, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description
Job Title: Maintenance Technician
Location: Waukegan, IL
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Pay Rate: $35.00-$45.00/hour
Shift: 1st Shift, 5:00 AM-3:30 PM
Schedule: Monday-Friday with every other Saturday required
Overtime: Approximately 10+ hours of overtime per week
Job Summary:
Seeking an experienced Maintenance Mechanic/Electrician to support the continuous operation of a food manufacturing facility. This is a hands-on position combining strong electrical troubleshooting skills with mechanical maintenance experience.
The Maintenance Technician will troubleshoot and repair automated production and packaging equipment, perform preventive maintenance, respond to equipment breakdowns, and help minimize production downtime. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of industrial maintenance experience, with food or beverage manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
Must Have Skills:
3-5 years of industrial maintenance experience
Strong electrical troubleshooting experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience with 480V 3-phase power
Experience troubleshooting motors, VFDs, sensors, relays, and control panels
Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings
Experience with PLCs and automated manufacturing equipment
Strong mechanical maintenance experience with conveyors, gearboxes, hydraulics, and pneumatics
Experience with preventive maintenance and CMMS systems
Knowledge of LOTO, OSHA, and NFPA 70E safety practices
Ability to work flexible hours and approximately 10+ hours of overtime per week
Ability to work every other Saturday
Ability to work on a production floor, climb ladders, and lift up to 50 pounds
Job Duties: Troubleshoot, repair, install, and maintain electrical systems and components
Diagnose issues with motors, VFDs, sensors, relays, control panels, and other electrical equipment
Perform basic PLC diagnostics and programming adjustments on systems such as Allen-Bradley and Siemens
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical equipment including conveyors, gearboxes, hydraulic systems, pneumatic cylinders, and high-speed packaging machinery
Perform scheduled preventive maintenance to identify and address potential equipment failures
Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns and line-down situations to minimize production downtime
Document maintenance activities and repairs in the CMMS
Support maintenance of plant utilities such as air compressors, boilers, and industrial cooling systems
Follow GMPs and food safety requirements to prevent product contamination
Follow all applicable safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout and Arc Flash safety
Maintain a clean and organized work area and communicate maintenance issues with production and other team members
Qualifications: High school diploma or GED required
Associate's degree in Mechatronics, Industrial Electricity, or a related technical field is preferred
Food or beverage manufacturing experience is strongly preferred
Journeyman Electrician license or PLC certification is a plus
Welding or basic machining experience is a plus
Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus
Strong analytical, mechanical, and troubleshooting skills
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and respond effectively to changing production needs
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Basic computer proficiency
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Work Environment: Hands-on position within a food manufacturing and production environment
Exposure to dust, odors, noise, varying temperatures, and active production equipment
Frequent standing, walking, bending, climbing ladders, and maneuvering in tight spaces
Ability to wear required PPE, including hair nets, gloves, and protective footwear
Must be comfortable working in both cooler and hot processing areas
No remote work; this is a fully onsite position
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
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About Waukegan, IL
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waukegan, IL, 60087, US
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