Maintenance Electro Mechanic Technician

Maintenance Electro Mechanic Technician

ELEMENT FOOD SOLUTIONS LLC - 2.0

Hodgkins, IL Job Details Full-time $31 - $38 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Gym membership Life insurance Pet insurance Qualifications Electro-mechanical components Electrical License Equipment installation Maintenance Electrical systems installation Programmable logic controllers Electrical maintenance Manufacturing Manufacturing company experience Full Job Description The Maintenance Electro Mechanic Technician is responsible for executing corrective and preventive maintenance to ensure maximum equipment reliability and support continuous improvement initiatives. Dedicated to meeting key performance indicators (KPIs)—including downtime reduction, PM attainment, and script revisions—while maintaining a strict focus on safety protocols. Proven expertise in multi-disciplinary troubleshooting (mechanical, electrical, and control systems), root cause analysis, and the successful installation of new machinery. Essential Functions and Responsibilities Strictly adhere to all company safety policies and procedures. Conduct comprehensive electrical risk assessments and define standardized electrical safety procedures. Install electrical conduits, cabling, and tubing. Provide technical support for both production equipment and plant utilities. Perform high-level corrective and preventive maintenance to maximize equipment reliability and uptime. Test and troubleshoot critical components, including motors, drives, VFDs, sensors, valves, and relays, to identify and resolve system malfunctions. Read and interpret PLC ladder diagrams, electrical blueprints, and mechanical schematics to repair automated machinery and machine controls. Repair Electrical Machine Controls and Mechanical Automated Equipment by Reading and Analyzing Blueprints and Schematics. Lead Root Cause Analysis investigations to identify and eliminate the source of recurrent machine downtime and implement permanent solutions. Ensure all machinery is kept in peak operative condition to meet production demands. Support plant-wide initiatives and engineering projects aimed at optimizing operational efficiency. Accurately document all maintenance activities, repairs, and parts used within the maintenance management system. Identify and resolve technical issues in a timely manner by gathering and analyzing system performance data. Maintain strict compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Work effectively both independently and as part of a team; follow complex verbal and written directives from supervisors. Perform any other duties as assigned.

Food Safety Responsibilities:

Follow all relevant food safety rules including SQF, GMPs, and Food Defense. Report any observed food safety violations to your supervisor immediately.

Education and Qualifications Minimum Required:

Technical career, Electromechanical, Mechatronics. Certified Electrician / Credentials Trained in Industrial Electrical Safety 5 years of Machines and Maintenance Experience in Manufacturing. Knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC). Commercial/Industrial Electrical Installation Experience. Preferred Maintenance Certificate Bilingual English/Spanish Bachelor's Degree Manufacturing Background in Bakery or Food Industry. Physical Requirements Performing Work from different Heights. Able to frequently walk, stand, and navigate the manufacturing plant floor for extended periods. Frequent bending, stooping, and kneeling to observe processes at equipment level. Ability to climb stairs, lifts and ladders occasionally to access equipment for troubleshooting and repairs. Able to lift and carry objects up to 30 pounds and occasionally push or pull up to 50 pounds. Ability to distinguish between different colors for Wiring Tasks. Good Hearing and ability to Distinguish different Sounds. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis. Essential Functions and Responsibilities Responsible for following Safety Policies & Procedures. Responsible for Corrective and Preventive Maintenance Execution. Responsible for Ensuring Equipment Reliability. Responsible for Fixing and Solving Machine Failures. Responsible for Support Production Equipment and Plant Utilities. Develop Root Cause Analysis to identify and Solve Potential and Recurrent Machine downtimes. Responsible for Keeping the Machine in Operative Conditions Responsible for Supporting Continuous Improvement Initiatives and Projects. Responsible for Documenting Maintenance Performed Activities. Adhere and Follow Food Industry Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's).

Education and Qualifications Minimum Required:

Technical career, Electromechanical, Mechatronics. 5 years of Machines and Maintenance Experience.

Preferred:

Maintenance Certificate Bachelor's Degree Physical Requirements Performing Work from different Heights Climbing Ladders, Scaffolding or Stairs Core Competencies Performing Electrical Risk Assessments. Assessing Electrical Processes and Procedures Installing and Maintaining Electrical Systems, Equipment and Devices. Installing Electrical Conduits, Cables & Tubing Repairing Wiring Systems. Testing Equipment (Motors, Drives, VFD's) and Components (Sensors, Valves, Relays). Knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC). Knowledge of Safety Standards and Procedures. Commercial/Industrial Electrical Installation Experience. Experience in Electrical, Machine Controls and Mechanical field on Automated Equipment. Ability to Work Independently. Highly Collaborative. Able to read and Interpret Written Information.

Problem Solving:

Identifies and Resolves Problems in a Timely Manner; Gathers and Analyzes information Skillfully. Reading and Analyzing Blueprints and Schematics. Diagnosing Electrical System Malfunctions and Failures. Ability to distinguish between different colors for Wiring Tasks. Good Hearing and ability to Distinguish different Sounds. Following directions from Supervisors. Manufacturing Background in Bakery or Food Industry. Core Benefits Basic Life Insurance Short Term Disability Long Term Disability Paid Time Off Paid Leave Voluntary Benefits Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Pet Insurance 401 k (matching) Accident Critical Illness Wellness Gym membership

Job Type:

Full-time Pay :

$31.00 per hour

Schedule:

2nd Shift Monday to Friday Overnight shift (as needed) Weekends (as needed)